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Contemplative life proclaims God is worthy of being sought and loved, Spanish bishops emphasize

Pro Orantibus Day, observed May 31 this year in Spain, highlights the contribution of the contemplative life to the Church and the world and why it is so needed in a fast-paced distracted society.

Nearly 500,000 already signed up for main events of pope’s visit to Spain

One hundred sixty thousand people have already registered for the vigil scheduled for June 6 and 250,000 for the Corpus Christi Mass and procession.

Agreement allows daily pastoral access at Illinois ICE facility, faith leaders say

A Chicago-based Catholic and Christian advocacy group said it has struck a deal allowing “daily pastoral visits” to a federal immigration facility in Broadview, Illinois.

U.S. Catholic bishops urge immigration reform to uphold ‘God-given dignity’ in budget bill

Fifty‑four people have died in ICE custody since the start of fiscal 2025.

U.S. bishops plan Sacred Heart consecration, issue agenda for June meeting

The bishops' conference is set to hold its 2026 Spring Plenary Assembly in Orlando on June 10–12.

Leo XIV laments that after receiving confirmation, many young people ‘disappear from the parish’

Speaking to a group of young people soon to be confirmed, Pope Leo XIV encouraged perseverance in the faith and emphasized that faith is lived in community, not in isolation.

Archdiocese of Baltimore proposes nearly $170 million settlement for abuse victims

The vast majority of the settlement would come from insurance contributions, according to a filing from the archdiocese.

Priest forced from West Bank after Israel refuses visa renewal

A Latin Patriarchate official said Israel declined to renew Father Louis Salman’s visa after Facebook posts were deemed “incitement,” forcing the Jordanian priest to leave his ministry near Bethlehem.

San Diego bishop condemns ‘senseless’ deadly shooting at mosque

The Islamic Center said it had lost "three pillars of our community," two men and a security guard, who "put themselves on the line for our [mosque] and our community."

Salesians honor 3 members killed in India 25 years ago as ethnic tensions persist

Relatives and former novices gathered in northeast India to honor two priests and a brother killed by militants in 2001 — even as fresh ethnic violence roils the region.