The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops is marking the 15th anniversary of the Justice for Immigrants campaign “to unite and mobilize” Catholic organizations and individuals “to welcome, protect, promote and integrate immigrants and refugees coming to and living in the United States.”
USCCB’s Justice for Immigrants campaign marks 15 years of advocacy
They may not vote as a block, but Latinos still can influence the election
The Latino voice is more important than in years past. There is an effort to register Latinos and to get those who already are registered to confidently walk to the ballot box well informed.
Pope brings seven people closer to sainthood
Pope Francis advanced the sainthood causes of four Spanish martyrs, an Italian laywoman and two Spanish nuns who founded religious orders.
Summit speakers discuss ongoing efforts to combat religious persecution
A digital summit showed that the fight against all forms of religious persecution continues with a renewing cast of political leaders.
Canada’s Life Chain to include safety protocols to protect public health
The annual National Life Chain will be held across Canada Oct. 4, 2020, despite a surge in the number of COVID-19 cases in Canada’s largest provinces.
Vatican proposes renewal of agreement with China on bishops’ appointments
As the Vatican-China agreement on the naming of bishops approaches two years, the Vatican has proposed to the Chinese government that they extend an agreement.
Learning about Pope John Paul I’s life will help dispel myths, niece says
On Sept. 28 the Vatican marked the 42nd anniversary of the death of Pope John Paul I, who died just 34 days after his election.
Pope chooses theme for World Communications Day
The theme for the January 2021 celebration of World Communications Day is “Come and see: Communicating, encountering people as and where they are.”