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Vance says Trump was ‘posting a joke’ with now-deleted Jesus-like image
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 23:53:28 GMT
The vice president said Trump removed the AI-generated image because “a lot of people weren’t understanding his humor.”
Religious Liberty Commission members urge continued work as threats ‘are not disappearing’
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 21:31:00 GMT
Religious Liberty commissioners met for their final scheduled meeting.
Pope Leo XIV honors 2 Spanish nuns murdered in Algeria in 1994
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 21:01:00 GMT
The Augustinian nuns were about to enter a Catholic chapel in Algiers when they were gunned down. Pope Leo previously visited their community in 2009 when he was prior of the Order of St. Augustine.
U.S. bishops ask officials to prevent ICE detentions of pregnant women, nursing mothers
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 20:31:06 GMT
The bishops expressed concerns of reports that pregnant women in detention have miscarried and some nursing mothers have lost access to their children.
State Department provides update on visa restrictions for religious freedom violators
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 19:52:00 GMT
The U.S. has been restricting visas for religious freedom violators, a key State Department adviser said.
‘60 Minutes’ takes stock of Catholic Church under Leo with top cardinals
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 19:22:03 GMT
Three influential American cardinals spoke about the Church under Pope Leo XIV in an interview on “60 Minutes” that looked at rising conversions, patriotism, the Iran war, and immigration enforcement.
President Trump’s criticism of Pope Leo XIV sparks global reaction
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 18:17:00 GMT
Politicians and faith leaders around the world condemned President Donald Trump’s comments about the American pontiff.
Pope Leo XIV recalls the ‘living seed’ of the martyrs of Algeria
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 17:47:47 GMT
The meeting in the Catholic Basilica of Our Lady of Africa concluded the first day of the pope’s journey to Africa.
Trump’s comments on Pope Leo called ‘disrespectful’ as Americans react
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 15:44:48 GMT
President Donald Trump called Leo “weak on crime and terrible for foreign policy” in a lengthy social media post April 12 that drew response from U.S. bishops and elected officials.
Pope Leo XIV in Algeria: ‘I am here among you as a pilgrim of peace’
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 13:14:51 GMT
The pontiff called for a world order that does not exclude the vulnerable and urged leaders to serve the common good.
Argentine bishop offers advice to young people who wish to enter politics
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMT
Bishop Juan Liébana of Chascomús, Argentina, describes the ideal profile of a politician: a person of great virtue and integrity intent on building a better society.
Pope Leo XIV in Algeria: ‘The future belongs to men and women of peace’
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 11:38:04 GMT
At the Martyrs’ Monument in Algiers, the pope’s first message on Algerian soil was an appeal for peace, forgiveness, and reconciliation.
‘Even Just One of These Children’ is theme for 2026 World Day of Migrants and Refugees
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 11:00:00 GMT
The Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development explained that the pope chose this title to emphasize the duty to welcome migrant and refugee children.
Pope Leo XIV in Africa: 7 things to know about the Catholic Church in Algeria
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Pope Leo XIV kicks off his trip to Africa in the country of Algeria, which is home to a small but lively Catholic population.
Pope Leo XIV: ‘I have no fear’ of the Trump administration
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 09:30:51 GMT
Aboard the papal flight to Algeria, Leo said he is not a politician and will continue to preach the Gospel’s call for peace and multilateral dialogue.
Pope Leo XIV departs for Algeria, beginning third apostolic journey
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 07:54:29 GMT
The 10-day Africa trip will take the pope to Algeria, Cameroon, Angola, and Equatorial Guinea.
U.S. bishops’ president ‘disheartened’ by Trump attack on Pope Leo
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 03:08:17 GMT
Trump’s social media broadside and comments to reporters came as the pope prepared to depart for an 11-day trip to Africa.
Pope Leo XIV in Africa — Algeria welcomes a pope for the first time
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 01:30:00 GMT
Follow here for live updates of Pope Leo XIV’s journey to Africa from April 13–23.
Pope Leo XIV: Eucharist is ‘indispensable for Christian life’
Sun, 12 Apr 2026 16:29:53 GMT
"It is through the Eucharist that even our hands become ‘hands of the Risen One,'" the pope said.
Chaldean Church chooses Archbishop Amel Nona as patriarch, succeeding Cardinal Sako
Sun, 12 Apr 2026 14:28:20 GMT
His appointment comes following the resignation of Cardinal Raphael Sako, who submitted his resignation to Pope Leo XIV on March 9 amid a legal and financial scandal surrounding a former bishop.
U.S.-Iran talks collapse as Vance cites nuclear impasse and Catholic leaders call for peace
Sun, 12 Apr 2026 13:31:43 GMT
The high-level face-to-face talks in Pakistan followed weeks of military confrontation that began in late February and produced a tenuous two-week ceasefire, which ends April 22.
Florida bishop advocates for greater access to internet, political freedom for Cubans
Sun, 12 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMT
The bishop of Palm Beach said the crisis in the neighboring island nation “has reached truly inhumane proportions … and our solidarity and response are urgently needed.”
College students launch ‘Acutis AI’ to bring Catholic teaching to artificial intelligence
Sun, 12 Apr 2026 11:00:00 GMT
A new AI platform called Acutis AI has been developed by two brothers who want to create a search tool shaped by Catholic morality and teaching.
Pope Leo XIV urges ceasefire, protection of civilians in war zones
Sun, 12 Apr 2026 10:45:59 GMT
On Divine Mercy Sunday, the pope prayed for Ukraine, Lebanon, and Sudan.
At Washington Mass for peace, Cardinal McElroy condemns Iran war as immoral
Sun, 12 Apr 2026 10:30:00 GMT
The liturgy was part of a global response to Pope Leo XIV’s appeal to pray amid ongoing conflict in the Middle East.
9 things to know about Pope Leo XIV’s Africa visit
Sun, 12 Apr 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Pope Leo XIV is set to embark on a 10-day papal trip to four countries in Africa from April 13–23.
Pope Leo XIV at Vatican peace vigil: ‘Enough of war!’
Sat, 11 Apr 2026 19:37:11 GMT
Prayer is “the most free, universal, and disruptive response to death,” the pope said in St. Peter’s Basilica on April 11.
Minnesota bishop: Singer Gracie Abrams helps young people confront ‘gaping wounds in their hearts’
Sat, 11 Apr 2026 16:00:00 GMT
A roundup of the latest Catholic education news in the U.S.
Federal judge pauses Louisiana telehealth abortion suit pending FDA review
Sat, 11 Apr 2026 15:00:00 GMT
A roundup of recent pro-life and abortion-related news.
Philippine parishes enforce smoke-free, vape-free rules on church grounds
Sat, 11 Apr 2026 13:00:00 GMT
A Catholic bishops’ health official is urging parishes nationwide to enforce smoke-free and vape-free rules out of respect for sacred space and concern for public health.
Arthur Brooks: ‘The world needs American Catholicism’
Sat, 11 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMT
“Young people today, they have a craving for something that’s bigger and bigger. And if we don’t feed it, then we’re not feeding our sheep,” Brooks said.
New Catholic group seeks ‘a kinder world for all animals’ through Church teaching
Sat, 11 Apr 2026 11:00:00 GMT
The Saint Francis Institute wants to mitigate “needless suffering” on the part of both wild and domestic animals.
Vocations grant program offers ‘freedom to discern’ through new ‘DAD Fund’
Sat, 11 Apr 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Fund for Vocations, a group that helps cover student loan debt for people discerning religious life, recently launched a program designed to address hidden financial barriers to religious vocations.
Leo XIV and Macron meet: Peace is both a ‘duty and a requirement’
Fri, 10 Apr 2026 23:25:55 GMT
The two leaders expressed their common conviction on the necessity of dialogue and negotiations to resolve conflicts between nations.
Poll: Catholic support for President Donald Trump drops below 50% amid Iran war
Fri, 10 Apr 2026 22:22:00 GMT
A poll shows Catholics disapprove of President Donald Trump’s performance as president, overall, including on how he has handled the conflict with Iran.
‘No one felt safe’: Catholics continue aid in Lebanon amid deadly Israeli strike
Fri, 10 Apr 2026 21:52:52 GMT
Catholic aid workers in Beirut offer details on Israel’s deadliest attack on the country, which took place this week.
Tehran cardinal breaks silence: ‘I celebrated the Easter Vigil carrying you all in my heart’
Fri, 10 Apr 2026 20:31:19 GMT
The archbishop of Tehran reflects on being separated from his flock on Easter, a Filipino bishop speaks out for doves, a French church is vandalized, and more in this week’s world news roundup.
Alabama updates law allowing students time for off-campus religious instruction
Fri, 10 Apr 2026 19:04:16 GMT
The measure adds clearer guidelines and protections requested by school superintendents.
Pope Leo names Father Andrea Ciucci chancellor of Pontifical Academy for Life
Fri, 10 Apr 2026 16:11:00 GMT
The Italian priest has served as the academy's secretariat coordinator since 2016.
8,645 candles light Finland’s Parliament in pro-life vigil for unborn
Fri, 10 Apr 2026 15:41:00 GMT
Organizers of the "Muistamme" vigil lit one candle for each of the 8,645 abortions performed in Finland in 2024, drawing Catholic, Lutheran, and Presbyterian clergy together in central Helsinki.
Investing with ‘the lordship of Christ’ in mind: Ecumenical business conference convenes in Denver
Fri, 10 Apr 2026 15:11:00 GMT
Remembering “the lordship of Christ” over all things, Catholic and Protestant leaders discussed ethical investing.
Congressman criticizes Vatican for hosting China’s top organ transplant official in 2017
Fri, 10 Apr 2026 14:41:00 GMT
Rep. Chris Smith and Hudson Institute Senior Fellow and human rights advocate Nina Shea criticized the Vatican for hosting China’s top organ transplant official at an event in 2017.
Chaldean Catholic bishops meet Pope Leo as they prepare to elect new patriarch
Fri, 10 Apr 2026 14:11:57 GMT
The synod of Chaldean Catholic bishops is meeting in Rome this week to elect a new patriarch amid complex internal and national challenges.
Media narrative about nuncio’s Pentagon meeting untrue, Vatican says
Fri, 10 Apr 2026 13:37:54 GMT
The Vatican responded to a media report claiming Cardinal Christophe Pierre, then-papal envoy to the U.S., received “a bitter lecture” in a meeting with U.S. defense officials.
How Divine Mercy Sunday will be celebrated at the shrine in Krakow, Poland
Fri, 10 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMT
A complete schedule of Masses, vigils, and confessions has been prepared for pilgrims and television or online viewers beginning Saturday, April 11, and culminating on Divine Mercy Sunday, April 12.
Cause for canonization of Argentine Bishop Jorge Novak closed ‘with sorrow’
Fri, 10 Apr 2026 11:00:00 GMT
The diocese clarified that the decision expresses “no moral judgment regarding the life, virtues, and pastoral ministry” of the bishop, who remains a servant of God.
Churches worldwide join Pope Leo’s prayer vigil for peace on April 11 amid ongoing global conflicts
Fri, 10 Apr 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Bishops’ conferences in the United States, Mexico, the Philippines, Italy, and Spain have urged their faithful to join Pope Leo XIV on April 11 in praying for peace.
Bishop Zaidan appeals to Trump for aid and peace in Lebanon after deadly Israeli attack
Thu, 09 Apr 2026 21:27:01 GMT
Israel’s most recent strikes killed more than 300 people in Lebanon and more than 1,700 have died since the start of the war, prompting the bishop’s appeal to President Donald Trump.
U.S. births declined slightly in 2025, CDC reports
Thu, 09 Apr 2026 19:50:00 GMT
The report reflects the ongoing gradual decline in U.S. births that has persisted for most of the past two decades, only interrupted by a modest uptick in 2024.
Catholic moral theologians worry for civilians amid shaky Iran ceasefire, Trump rhetoric
Thu, 09 Apr 2026 19:20:42 GMT
The fighting is paused for about two weeks, but Trump's threats against civilian infrastructure alarm Catholic moral theologians, who emphasize that it is immoral to intentionally harm noncombatants.