CATHOLIC CHURCH

Nov 16 2025RELIGION

Vatican Gives Back: Indigenous Treasures Find Their Way Home

The Vatican has made a big move. They sent back 62 items that belong to Indigenous communities in Canada. This wasn't just a simple return. It was a step towards healing and respect. The items were given to the Canadian Catholic bishops. These bishops will now pass them on to the National Indigenous Organizations. From there, the items will go back to their original ...

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Nov 12 2025RELIGION

New Leadership for U. S. Bishops Amid Immigration Debate

The U. S. Catholic Church is stepping into a new era with fresh leadership. Archbishop Paul Coakley from Oklahoma City has been chosen to lead the American bishops for the next three years. This comes at a time when immigration is a hot topic, both in the church and across the country. Archbishop Coakley is known for his conservative views and has been vocal about s...

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Nov 06 2025RELIGION

Faith vs. Policy: Catholics and the Immigration Debate

In a notable show of defiance, Catholic clergy made their way to an ICE detention center in Illinois, hoping to bring the Eucharist to detainees. Their efforts were met with a firm "no" from ICE, leaving the clergy feeling humiliated and disappointed. This incident is just one example of the growing tension between the Catholic Church and the Trump administration's i...

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Sep 25 2025RELIGION

Cincinnati's Church: Trust in Jeopardy Amid Porn Scandals

In Cincinnati, the Catholic Church is facing a serious trust issue. Four porn-related scandals have rocked the community in recent years. The latest involves Father Edward Burns, who is now on leave after some questionable websites were found on his computer. The archdiocese has handed this over to the police, but they won't say much more. This leaves parishioners wo...

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Jul 18 2025RELIGION

Gaza Church Strike: A Misguided Attack and Its Aftermath

A recent incident in Gaza has sparked international concern. An Israeli strike unintentionally hit the Holy Family Church, the only Catholic Church in Gaza City. This event has led to a wave of condemnations and calls for a ceasefire. The strike resulted in the deaths of three individuals who were seeking refuge in the church. Many others were injured, including the...

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May 26 2025RELIGION

Pope Leo XIV: A New Roman Bishop

The new leader of the Catholic Church, Pope Leo XIV, has officially taken on the role of bishop of Rome. This is a big deal because it shows his commitment to the city and its people. He made this official during a special ceremony at the St. John Lateran Basilica. This basilica is like the main church for the city of Rome. He attended a Mass there with local pri...

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May 14 2025RELIGION

Pope Leo XIV and the Gender Ideology Controversy

The internet buzzed with a claim that Pope Leo XIV, the first American-born pontiff, had made a statement about "gender ideology. " The rumor suggested that he believed promoting gender ideology was confusing because it supposedly creates genders that don't exist. This claim spread rapidly across social media platforms like X, Instagram, and Facebook. Even reputable ...

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May 10 2025RELIGION

New Pope's Past Remarks Spark Conversations About LGBTQ+ Inclusion

The Catholic Church has a new leader. Pope Leo XIV, formerly Cardinal Robert Prevost, took the reins after a recent election. His past comments on LGBTQ+ issues have sparked conversations. Back in 2012, when he was the Augustinian prior general in Chicago, he criticized what he called the “homosexual lifestyle. ” He also spoke about the media's role in promoting ...

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May 09 2025RELIGION

New Leader for the Catholic Church: A Fresh Start

The Roman Catholic Church has a new leader. The new pope is Robert Francis Prevost. He is the first American to hold this position. He took the name Leo XIV. He is 69 years old. He was born in Chicago. He spent 20 years working in Peru. He held his first mass in the Sistine Chapel. The election happened quickly. It was on the second day of the conclave. Thi...

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May 08 2025RELIGION

The Vatican's Smoky Signal: A New Pope Isn't Chosen Yet

The Vatican is buzzing with anticipation, but no new pope has been chosen yet. The cardinals, who are responsible for electing the new leader of the Roman Catholic Church, have been locked away in the Sistine Chapel. They are voting in secret, with no communication allowed with the outside world. This means no phones, no internet, and definitely no leaks. Breaking th...

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