San Jose Bishop Oscar Cantú urged prayers for the victims and their families after a gunman opened fire the morning of May 26 at a rail yard operated by the Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority, or VTA, north of downtown San Jose.
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On Anniversary Of George Floyd’s Murder, Catholic Leaders Say Church Must Do More
Today, on the one-year anniversary of the murder of George Floyd – a Black man killed by police officer Derek Chauvin — Catholic leaders reflect on the renewed attention paid to racial justice this past year and acknowledge the essential role of the Church on the long road ahead.
Court’s Decision to Take Up Abortion Case Brings Issue Front and Center
When the Supreme Court decided May 17 to take up a challenge to a Mississippi abortion law, it brought abortion back to the front burner months before the court will hear oral arguments about it this fall.
Catholic War Vets Seek ‘Young Blood’ to Carry on Vital Services
The Catholic War Veterans & Auxiliary of the United States worry there is no one to continue their work in the future. The group’s leaders want to recruit younger vets who can keep services going once the current class of Vietnam-era vets is no longer active.
Low Supply, High Demand: Pandemic Woes Send Food Prices Soaring
Jenny Carbone remembers a year ago when her family grocery bill was just under $200 per online order. Now, that same bill is skyrocketing and has become a growing concern.
Texas Governor Signs Pro-Life ‘Heartbeat’ Bill into Law
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has signed into law legislation banning abortions after a baby’s heartbeat can be detected — at approximately the sixth week of pregnancy — making his state the largest in the nation to enact such a strict limit on abortion.
White House Hosts Visit for ‘Dreamers’; Six Young People Meet With Biden
President Joe Biden welcomed to the White House May 14 six beneficiaries of a program that helps young adults brought into the country illegally as children.
Seminaries Commit To Benchmarks On Sexual Misconduct Policies
Fifteen prominent North American seminaries have committed to meeting a series of sexual misconduct policy benchmarks in hopes the move will inspire others to follow suit and to reinforce policies already in place.
As Drugs Prey, People Pray for God’s Help in Overcoming Addiction
People struggling to overcome substance abuse often find that having a deep faith is an important step on the road to recovery, according to experts.
Hundreds Participate in Cardinal Gregory’s Recitation of the Rosary in D.C.
Soon after 11 a.m. on Monday, Julia Lum was one of the first to arrive at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception’s Great Upper Church to participate in a worldwide recitation of the rosary, offering prayers for an end to the COVID-19 pandemic.