Russia’s so-called “annexation” of the regions came after several days of sham referendums in those provinces, during which residents were polled door-to-door by Russian supporters accompanied by Russian soldiers.
Ukrainian Catholics denounce so-called ‘annexation’ of Ukraine regions
Swiss cardinal apologizes for Nazi reference in critique of Synodal Path
Bishop Bätzing had demanded an apology from Cardinal Koch, prefect of the Dicastery for Promoting Christian Unity, for the comments he made Sept. 29 in a newspaper interview.
Photos of the Week: Oct. 3, 2022
In the spotlight: Hurricane Ian devastation, feast of St. Michael, Padre Pio
Nation/World news briefs: Oct. 3, 2022
In focus: World Communication Day message, allegations against archbishop, call to end death penalty
Updated data showing faith can aid in recovery prompts support, skepticism
“In a nutshell, the decline in religious engagement does clearly have potential negative unintended consequences for mental and physical health,” says one psychology professor.
Catholic leaders weigh in on upcoming, busy Supreme Court term
The Supreme Court begins its new term Oct. 3, jumping right back into the fray with cases that take on affirmative action, voting, immigration, the environment and freedom of speech.
Florida continues with rescue efforts as Hurricane Ian heads north
Hurricane Ian was “far more devastating” than initially believed and “is likely to rank among the worst in the nation’s history.”
HHS urged to ‘reconsider misguided mandate’ on transgender procedures
Catholic hospitals and their workers “must not be coerced by the government to violate their consciences” by being forced to perform “gender transition procedures” against their religious beliefs, said two U.S. cardinals.