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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...