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Denver bishops mark America 250 with message on migrants and refugees

“This anniversary invites us to remember not only the founding of our nation but also the generations who have helped bring its ideals to life,” said the letter from Colorado Christian leaders.

‘Not a happy result’: Federal bankruptcy court rejects Diocese of Oakland settlement plan

Judge William Lafferty said the diocese had not settled bankruptcy requirements and did not qualify for a special religious dispensation in the proceedings.

‘How long, O Lord?’: Pope Leo XIV laments new attacks on Gaza victims

The pontiff sent a message of condolence for those killed in Gaza by airstrikes on Oct. 3.

Hundreds pray after Virgin Mary statue desecrated in French Island of Corsica

Corsican Catholics answered the destruction of a Marian statue with a public rosary and prayers for the accused men’s conversion.

Jordan’s Latin patriarchal vicar calls for unified pilgrimage route across the Holy Land

Bishop Iyad Twal said he is looking to 2030 to deepen Jordan’s place on the Christian pilgrimage map.

EU bishops warn about risks of deleting names from baptismal records

The case involves a Belgian citizen who has left the Church and has requested his name be deleted from the baptismal records and whether the Church under EU law has the right to decline to do so.

Historic Catholic parish in Alabama marks 100 years with ecumenical tent revival

Our Mother of Mercy Parish in Africatown celebrates 100 years of faith with an ecumenical revival bringing nearly 500 Christians together.

St. Louis Archdiocese sues over limits on sacraments for ICE detainees

The Archdiocese of St. Louis says it has been discriminated against in its efforts to minister to Catholic ICE detainees.

French bishop condemns ‘destructive’ protest violence, urges peaceful dialogue

Bishop Matthieu Rougé, who leads the French bishops’ conference’s Council for Catholic Education, said responsible adults must lead young people to express their concerns peacefully.

Argentine auxiliary bishop removed from office following allegations by 2 adults

The prelate was barred from receiving formal appointments or new offices and from administering the sacrament of penance for five years. He may celebrate Mass and administer the other sacraments.