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On Mexican independence day, bishops warn of country’s ‘open wounds’

The Mexican bishops acknowledged that while progress has been made in human rights, serious social ills persist. They also emphasized religious freedom and devotion to Our Lady of Guadalupe.

Catholics process in Washington, head to Congress in solidarity with migrants

The Mass, procession, and rally brought out more than 100 Catholics. Following the events, some attendees met with congressional staffers about the dignity of migrants.

U.S. religious freedom commission urges Trump to press for release of religious prisoners

The U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom made the plea ahead of Chinese President Xi Jinping’s Sept. 24 trip to Washington, D.C.

Cardinal Pizzaballa calls Christians in the Holy Land to make the cross a way of life

The Latin patrarch presided over Mass on the eve of the feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross in Taybeh, calling on Christians to live the “logic of the cross” through love and self-giving.

Trump asks Cissie Lynch, granddaughter of Billy Graham, to be religious freedom ambassador

The author and radio host said it would be a “great honor and privilege” to serve if she is confirmed by the U.S. Senate.

Catholic doctors say both Eastern and Western spirituality are required to heal the whole person

The Catholic Medical Association at its 95th annual educational conference held in Phoenix Sept. 10–12 focused on how the Eastern Catholic Church can help Western medicine promote human flourishing.

Pope Leo XIV names Newark auxiliary bishop to lead Diocese of Metuchen, New Jersey

The pontiff also accepted the resignation of Bishop Francis Malone, 76, of Shreveport, Louisiana.

Daughter of imprisoned Christian Syrian urges Trump to intervene

Christian Solidarity International (CSI) is calling for U.S. governmental intervention after Suleiman Khalil was arrested and detained Feb. 8, 2025.

Church documents 304 martyrs in Latin America so far this century

Historian Andrea Riccardi, founder of the Community of Sant’Egidio, says the Church is truly experiencing a "new era of martyrdom."

‘Daniel and the Fiery Furnace’ brings biblical story of faith under pressure to big screen

“Daniel and the Fiery Furnace” will be released in theaters on Sept. 18.