News & Commentary
Catholics lament voter rejection of school choice initiatives in 3 states
Proposed school choice initiatives in three states — Colorado, Kentucky and Nebraska — appear to have been defeated at the ballot box in the Nov. 5 general election.
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US bishops’ conference president calls for prayer, unity following the 2024 election
The president of the USCCB is calling for prayer and unity, following the nation's general election.
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Marist polls Rust Belt; election aftermath worries; bishops back faithful voting
Vice President Kamala Harris has a slight lead over former President Donald Trump in all three Rust Belt swing states, a new Marist Poll found.
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The ‘month of the dead’ brings its own strange refreshment
Those of us who have experienced the death of a loved one, even if we believe that she or he has gone to a better place, still find ourselves struggling with the parting. It's hard to let go.
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Albany Diocese hosts US premiere of ‘Groomed,’ written and performed by abuse survivor
An award-winning, one-man play that made its U.S. public premiere in the Diocese of Albany was a breakthrough event, but not for reasons one might associate with a night at the theater.
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Ohio archdiocese ends partnership with Girl Scouts over its view of human sexuality
The Archdiocese of Cincinnati has announced it will discontinue its partnership with the Girl Scouts of the USA due to the organization's "impoverished worldview regarding gender and sexuality," which conflicts with Catholic teaching.
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In final pre-conclave meetings, cardinals discuss war, dialogue