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The Catholic Relief Services Collection Reveals Christ’s Love to Vulnerable at Home and Abroad
The U.S. bishops’ annual Catholic Relief Services Collection helps those in need in the United States and worldwide by benefiting six agencies and offices affiliated with...
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Archbishop Coakley Echoes Pope Leo XIV’s Appeal for Renewed Dialogue Amid Rising Tensions in the Middle East
"My brother bishops and I unite our voice with our Holy Father and make the heartfelt appeal to all parties involved for diplomacy to regain its proper role."
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“The Thought of Holding Thousands of Families in Massive Warehouses Should Challenge the Conscience of Every American,” Says Bishop Cahill
Newly released details show how the Administration plans to double federal immigration detention capacity, spending an estimated $38.3 billion from last year’s...
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Bishops Representing Latin America, Canada, and United States Gather to Pray, Discuss, and Reaffirm Their Unity as One Church
Concluding a biennial gathering, the officers and members of the Episcopal Conferences of the Americas met from February 15-17 at a retreat center to pray and discuss...
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Religious Liberty Report Aims to Help Catholics Bring the Spirit of the Gospel to Public Life
The report summarizes developments on national questions and federal policies affecting religious liberty in the U.S., including the role of religion in American public...
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Pope Leo XIV Accepts Resignation of Bishop Patrick Zurek of Amarillo and Appoints Cardinal Daniel DiNardo as Apostolic Administrator
Pope Leo XIV has accepted the resignation of the Most Reverend Patrick J. Zurek, 77, from the Office of Bishop of Amarillo. At the same time, he has appointed His...
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Pope Leo XIV Accepts Resignation of Archbishop Gregory Aymond of New Orleans; Succeeded by Coadjutor Archbishop James Checchio
Pope Leo XIV has accepted the resignation of Most Reverend Gregory M. Aymond, 76, from the Office of Archbishop of New Orleans. On the same day, Coadjutor Archbishop...
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Pope Leo XIV Accepts Resignation of Archbishop Samuel Aquila of Denver; Appoints Bishop James Golka as Successor
Pope Leo XIV has accepted the resignation of Most Reverend Samuel J. Aquila, 75, from the pastoral governance of the Archdiocese of Denver, and has appointed Most...
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In Commemoration of Black History Month, “Let Us Be Faithful Stewards of Memory,” Say Bishop Garcia and Bishop Campbell
"This February marks one hundred years of commemorating Black history in the United States. This milestone is an opportunity for us to prayerfully reflect on the ways...
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Archbishop Coakley Calls on Policymakers to Pursue Diplomatic Negotiations and Maintain New START’s Limits
“The dangers posed by current conflicts around the world, including the devastating war in Ukraine, make the forthcoming expiration of New START simply unacceptable,"...
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U.S. and African Bishops Call for Continuing Solidarity and Lifesaving Assistance to Africa in Joint Statement
The USCCB's Committee on International Justice and Peace along with the Justice, Peace and Development Commission of the Symposium of Episcopal Conferences of Africa and...
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Bishop-Chairmen Respond to Expanded “Mexico City Policy”
This week, the U.S. Department of State officially published three rules, significantly expanding the “Mexico City Policy,” which historically limited certain federal...
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Bishop Chairmen Call on Administration to Extend Protections for Haitians in the United States
“We are deeply concerned about the plight of our Haitian brothers and sisters living in the United States who will soon have their legal status and work authorization...
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Archbishop Coakley Calls for Holy Hour as a Moment of Renewal for Our Hearts and Our Nation
"Let us pray for reconciliation where there is division, for justice where there are violations of fundamental rights, and for consolation for all who feel overwhelmed by...
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30th World Day of Prayer for Consecrated Life and Profiles of Most Recent Profession Class
The bishops' Committee on Clergy, Consecrated Life, and Vocations has released the annual study by the Center for Applied Research in the Apostolate (CARA) at Georgetown...
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Ash Wednesday Collection for the Church in Central and Eastern Europe Continues 35 Year History of Restoration and Healing
This collection, which is in its 35th year, continues its mission of helping churches in nearly 30 countries recover from militantly atheist communist rule, including...
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Archbishop Coakley Urges Calm, Restraint, and Respect for Human Life in Minneapolis
Echoing the message Pope Leo XIV delivered at the Sunday Angelus today, Archbishop Coakley reminded the faithful: “Peace is built on respect for people.”
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Bishop Chairmen Praise Legislation “Helping Mothers to be Able to Welcome Their New Children”
The Supporting Pregnant and Parenting Women and Families Act would help ensure that key public resources are available to pregnancy help centers, which compassionately...
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Administration’s Regulatory Change is a Truly Significant Step to Support Essential Religious Services in the United States
"This targeted change is a truly significant step that will help facilitate essential religious services for Catholics and other people of faith throughout the United...
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“What Does It Mean To Be a Drum Major for Justice,” Asks Archbishop Coakley
In a reflection commemorating Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Archbishop Coakley focused on a portion of Dr. King’s sermon, "Drum Major Instinct."
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“Our United Prayers, Sacrifices, and Efforts To Protect Human Life and Heal the Wounds Inflicted by Abortion Remain as Important as Ever,” Says Bishop Thomas
Noting there have been several pro-life victories since Roe v. Wade was overturned in 2022, Bishop Thomas cautioned "Many challenges remain, including pro-abortion ballot...
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MEDIA ADVISORY: National Prayer Vigil for Life on January 22
Catholics across the country are encouraged to observe a nationwide prayer vigil from Thursday, January 22 to Friday, January 23, 2026, to pray for an end to abortion and...
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U.S. Bishops’ Collection for Church in Latin America Reflects the Missionary Spirit of Pope Leo XIV
On the weekend of January 24-25 many Catholic dioceses in the United States will take the annual Collection for the Church in Latin America, which supports ministries...
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Bishop Thomas Affirms Hyde Amendment Amid Congressional Health Care Discussions
In response to discussions in Congress regarding healthcare affordability, Bishop Thomas, chairman of the USCCB's Committee on Pro-Life Activities, affirmed the...
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Pope Leo XIV Accepts Resignation of Bishop Salvatore Matano of the Diocese of Rochester; Appoints Bishop John Bonnici as Successor
Pope Leo XIV has accepted the resignation of Most Reverend Salvatore R. Matano, 79, from the pastoral governance of the Diocese of Rochester, and has appointed Most...
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“9 Days for Life” To Unite Hundreds of Thousands in Prayer for the Protection of Life
Catholics nationwide are invited to pray “9 Days for Life,” an annual Respect Life novena starting Friday, January 16.
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Pope Leo XIV Appoints Reverend James Misko as Bishop of Tucson
Pope Leo XIV has appointed Reverend James A. Misko, a priest of the Diocese of Austin, as the Bishop of Tucson. Father Misko currently serves as vicar general and...
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Pope Leo XIV Appoints Monsignor Peter Bui as Auxiliary Bishop of Phoenix
Pope Leo XIV has appointed Reverend Monsignor Peter Dai Bui, as Auxiliary Bishop of Phoenix. Monsignor Bui is a priest of the Diocese of Phoenix and currently serves as...
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Pope Leo XIV Accepts Resignation of Bishop Gerald Barbarito of the Diocese of Palm Beach; Appoints Reverend Manuel de Jesus Rodriguez as Successor
Pope Leo XIV has accepted the resignation of Bishop Gerald M. Barbarito, 75, from the pastoral governance of the Diocese of Palm Beach, and has appointed Reverend Manuel...
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Pope Leo XIV Accepts Resignation of Cardinal Timothy Dolan of the Archdiocese of New York; Appoints Bishop Ronald Hicks, as Successor
Pope Leo XIV has accepted the resignation of His Eminence Cardinal Timothy M. Dolan, 75, from the pastoral governance of the Archdiocese of New York, and has appointed...