Archive for December 1, 2021
EU Catholic bishops lament ‘anti-religious bias’ in guide discouraging word ‘Christmas’
Cardinal Hollerich said that Christmas was part ‘of European reality.’ Read more
Pope Francis: St. Joseph shows engaged couples what real love looks like
‘We need to move from infatuation to mature love,’ the pope said. Read more
Vatican archbishop ‘ultimately very optimistic’ about Catholic-Serbian Orthodox relations
Archbishop Paul Gallagher was speaking during a visit to Serbia. Read more
Highlights from the Supreme Court's oral arguments in Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health
Activists from both sides of the abortion issue gathered on Wednesday morning outside of the Supreme Court. Read more
How to listen to Supreme Court oral arguments in Dobbs abortion case
The U.S. Supreme Court will hear arguments today, Wednesday, Dec. 1, in the case Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization.... Read more
Dutch Catholic bishops cancel Christmas Midnight Masses due to COVID-19 pandemic
No Catholic Masses or other parish functions will be allowed to take place after 5 p.m. Read more
Pro-lifers win right to appeal ruling on German municipality’s prayer vigil ban
The challenge was spearheaded by a member of 40 Days for Life. Read more
French Catholic academy critiques landmark abuse report
The criticisms sparked resignations from the academy. Read more
Detroit archbishop 'heartbroken' over Michigan school shooting
Archbishop Allen Vigneron of Detroit said he was “heartbroken” on Tuesday after hearing of the “horrific tragedy” of school shooting... Read more
US bishops respond to Supreme Court arguments in Dobbs v Jackson
Catholic leaders offered statements and prayers leading up to and following the oral arguments in the case Dobbs v. Jackson... Read more
One 'core' issue may decide the Dobbs abortion case. Here's why
The U.S. Supreme Court heard oral arguments about the constitutionality of Mississippi’s 15-week state abortion ban Wednesday, a high-stakes test... Read more
Notable moments from the Supreme Court arguments over Mississippi abortion law
Oral arguments in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization have concluded. The U.S. Supreme Court heard arguments about the constitutionality... Read more
Physician blasts Justice Sonia Sotomayor for 'dead brain people' comment about fetal pain
U.S. Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor drew criticism from an accomplished physician for comments that appeared to draw a comparison... Read more
Pro-life leaders, legal experts speak out after Dobbs arguments at US Supreme Court
On Wednesday, the U.S. Supreme Court heard oral arguments in the case Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization, concerning Mississippi’s... Read more
Dobbs v. Jackson: What did Roberts, Kavanaugh, and Barrett say?
As the wait begins for a decision in the Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization abortion case, close attention will... Read more
Sixteen martyrs of the Spanish Civil War to be beatified in Granada
The beatification ceremony for sixteen martyrs of the Spanish Civil War will be held in February at the Granada Cathedral. Read more
Pro-life leaders react to President Joe Biden's statements about Dobbs abortion case
President Joe Biden reaffirmed his support of Roe v. Wade on Wednesday, in response to a question about the Dobbs... Read more
