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Archbishop Broglio Urges Funding of Lifesaving Programs and an End to Federal Government Shutdown
“As this government shutdown continues, the U.S. bishops are deeply alarmed that essential programs that support the common good, such as SNAP, may be interrupted.”
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U.S. Bishops’ Fall Plenary Assembly to Meet November 10-13
The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) will gather for the 2025 Fall Plenary Assembly, November 10-13. Public sessions of the plenary on November 11 and...
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“Religious Freedom Fosters Peace,” Say Bishop Zaidan and Bishop Rhoades
On October 27, the United States observes International Religious Freedom Day to commemorate the signing of the International Religious Freedom Act in 1998.
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Pope Leo XIV Accepts Resignation of Bishop Edward Scharfenberger of the Diocese of Albany; Appoints Bishop Mark O’Connell as Successor
Pope Leo XIV has accepted the resignation of Most Reverend Edward B. Scharfenberger, 77, from the pastoral governance of the Diocese of Albany, and has appointed Most...
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Bishop Chairmen Respond to Administration’s Announcement of Expansion of Access to IVF and Fertility Treatments
“Every human life, born and preborn, is sacred and loved by God. Without diminishing the dignity of people born through IVF, we must recognize that children have a right...
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U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops Announces New Staff Changes for Catholic News Service Rome
The USCCB has announced Carol Glatz as Editor in Chief of Catholic News Service in Rome. The news follows the announcement of the retirement of Cindy Wooden who has led...
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Bishop Boyea Encourages Prayer and Renewed Commitment to Journey With Young People in Their Vocations
The Catholic Church in the United States will commemorate National Vocation Awareness Week, November 2-8. Each year, national Catholic organizations, dioceses, schools...
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U.S. Bishops to Elect New Conference President and Vice President at November Plenary Assembly
The president and vice president are elected from a slate of 10 candidates who have been nominated by their fellow bishops.
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With Peace Process Underway, Bishop Zaidan Urges Prioritizing Humanitarian Assistance for Gazans
“I urge all international partners to urgently prioritize humanitarian assistance for the Gazan people, as well as the rebuilding of the Strip; this will lay the...
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Archbishop Broglio Encourages the Faithful To Read, Reflect, and Pray With the Message Offered by Pope Leo XIV in Dilexi Te
“May it call us to renewal of our Church and society so that we learn to approach each person with the same love Christ has for that person.”