Saint Junípero Serra: Apostle of California and Model of Missionary Zeal
Feast Day: July 1 Patron of Vocations, California, and Hispanic Americans St. Junípero Serra is not merely a figure of…
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Freedom Rooted in Faith: Simple Ways to Let Christ Illuminate Your Fourth of July
Fireworks, barbecues, and parades can be joyful expressions of patriotic pride—but for Catholics, Independence Day offers something deeper: a chance…
For Catholic Leaders, an Opportunity for Growth and Collaboration
In just about any endeavor, collaboration is key. The Catholic Leadership Conference was founded in 1997 to give leaders of…
Making a Difference: Attacking Iran fails to meet Catholic ‘just-war’ teaching
The bombings of Iran by Israel and the United States are clearly immoral when weighed against Catholic doctrine regarding war.…
Senate Bill Defunding Planned Parenthood for One Year Seen as ‘Small but Important Victory’ by Pro-Life Leaders
Senate Republicans have passed what pro-life advocates are calling a significant but partial victory in the ongoing battle to protect…
Mother Dead, Child Missing in Lampedusa Shipwreck as Pope Urges Dignity for Migrants
Another mother has perished. Another child is missing. Off the coast of Lampedusa, in a scene far too familiar, a…
Deadly Heatwave and ‘Tsunami Cloud’ Grip Europe as Catholic Leaders Warn of Climate Emergency
Europe is in the midst of a deadly and unsettling heatwave, with Catholic voices joining the global call to recognize…
Senate Passes Sweeping GOP Tax and Spending Bill with Deep Cuts to Social Programs: What Catholics Should Know
In a dramatic 51-50 vote, Senate Republicans passed President Trump’s long-anticipated domestic policy bill just ahead of the July 4…