Throughout the diocesan phase of the Synod on Synodality, U.S. Catholics consistently highlighted several “enduring wounds” that plague the nation’s church, including the still-unfolding effects of the sexual abuse crisis, divisions over the celebration of the Traditional Latin Mass, and a perceived lack of unity among the nation’s bishops.
Author: John Lavenburg
Los Angeles Archbishop Issues New Call for Immigration Reform
Speaking to the faithful ahead of National Migration Week, Archbishop Jośe Gomez of Los Angeles encouraged prayer for a society of “solidarity and compassion” that better serves the “poor and least among us.”
Jesuit Refugee Service Launches Plan to Help Integrate Immigrants
About a year ago, Jesuit Refugee Services USA staff at the U.S.-Mexico border realized something about many migrants’ journeys: They needed as much help settling into their final destinations as they did when they first entered the country.
Queen Elizabeth II’s Faith Was ‘An Inspiration and an Anchor’
When then-Princess Elizabeth II turned 21 on April 21, 1947, she broadcasted a speech from Cape Town, South Africa, where she dedicated her life to the service of the Commonwealth, saying, “God help me make good on my vow, and God bless all of you who are willing to share it.”
Michigan Bishop Calls for Catholics to ‘Fight Like Heaven’ Against Pro-Abortion Amendment
The bishop of Lansing, Michigan, is calling on Catholics to “fight like heaven” to oppose a pro-abortion amendment to the state’s constitution in direct response to Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s consistent message that she will “fight like hell” for reproductive freedom.
U.S. Bishops Lament Failure of Latest U.N. Nuclear Disarmament Talks
U.S. bishops are calling for world leaders to continue working towards nuclear disarmament after participants in the recent Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons Review Conference (NPT) failed to reach a consensus on a final document.
Queen Elizabeth Remembered as ‘A Shining Light in Our History’ After Death
Queen Elizabeth II died Thursday evening with the royal family by her side after doctors expressed concerns about her deteriorating health earlier in the day.
Chicago Cardinal Pledges Support for Migrants Sent from Texas
Cardinal Blase Cupich of Chicago has pledged the archdiocese’s support for city efforts to respond to busloads of migrants arriving from the southern border at the direction of Texas Gov. Greg Abbott, simultaneously calling Abbott’s actions “unbecoming of any elected official.”
Catholic Charities Gets Water to Needy Communities in Mississippi
Chamon Williams remembers the catastrophic damage caused by Hurricane Ida in 2021 and how back then, Catholic Charities of Jackson, Mississippi, helped the Diocese of Houma-Thibodaux, Louisiana. Now, she is working to return the favor as a water crisis hits Mississippi’s capital city.
Kentucky Flooding: Spiritual, Physical, Financial Support Comes Through From the Church
In recent weeks, Father Bob Damron has spent his time driving down winding eastern Kentucky roads, stopping by anyone he sees cleaning up mud and flood debris to offer both spiritual and physical support — a shoulder to cry on and a shovel to help dig.