Catholic Missionaries Faced Increased Violence Globally in 2023

2023 witnessed a harrowing rise in violence against Catholic missionaries, with 20 lives lost globally, marking a distressing upward trend.

Pope Francis Shows Support for Female Deacons, Says Nun Who Advises...

Spanish nun Linda Pocher, advisor to Pope Francis, revealed his support for exploring the female diaconate within the Church 👉

Pope Francis Laicizes Former Belgian Bishop Roger Vangheluwe After Abuse Confessions

Pope Francis has officially removed Roger Vangheluwe from the clerical state, 14 years after the ex-bishop admitted to abusing two nephews 👉

Nottingham Cathedral to Host Funeral of Baby Indi Gregory

Nottingham Cathedral will host baby Indi Gregory's funeral on December 1. Her dad says “We’re going to give her the best send-off we can."

Cardinal Sarah Firmly Rejects Blessing of Same-Sex Unions

Cardinal Robert Sarah wrote about the Vatican's declaration on blessing same-sex unions, criticizing the document for confusion and division and advocating for traditional teachings.

USCCB Says OTC BC Puts Women at ”Grave Risk”

📢 US Bishops criticized the FDA's approval of over-the-counter contraceptive, Opill, citing health risks and moral concerns.

Pope Francis Picks Non-Vatican Burial Site

Instead of the Vatican, Pope Francis said he plans to be buried in Rome's Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore, a reflection of his simplicity and devotion to Mary.

Pope Francis and President Biden Discuss Paths to Peace in Israel...

In a 20-minute call, Pope Francis and President Biden discussed the ongoing conflict in Israel and Gaza, emphasizing the need for lasting peace 👉

Record Departures Stir Alarm in German Catholic Church, Yet Mass Attendance...

🇩🇪 Germany's Catholic Church faces a critical crossroads with record departures in 2022, even as Mass attendance shows a slight uptick.

Vatican Announces “Infinite Dignity” Document Will Explore Human Dignity and Contemporary...

The Vatican is set to release "Infinite Dignity" on Monday, April 8, addressing human dignity, gender and surrogacy 👉