WASHINGTON (CNS) — A recent survey released by two Washington institutions shows a significant division of views on immigration between the two biggest racial and ethnic […]
Survey shows views on immigration differ among Catholics
Faith, tried and true, gives hope for future, pope tells Armenians
YEREVAN, Armenia (CNS) — A solid, sorrow-tested Christian faith gives believers the strength to overcome even the most horrific adversity, forgive one’s enemies and live in […]
Bishops seek assault weapons ban, say civilians have no need for them
WASHINGTON (CNS) — Two U.S. church leaders called for a ban on the sale of military-style assault weapons, saying they have no place in the hands […]
With record-high temperatures, volunteers help keep the vulnerable safe
PHOENIX (CNS) — As triple-digit temperatures hit the desert Southwest, charities are working overtime to keep homeless and vulnerable people safe. “This is our winter,” said […]
Supreme Court tie vote blocks temporary plan to stop deportations
With a tie vote June 23, the U.S. Supreme Court blocked the Obama administration’s plan to temporarily protect more than 4 million unauthorized immigrants from deportation.
Saints’ relics seen as reminder of today’s threats to religious liberty
BALTIMORE (CNS) — Baltimore Archbishop William E. Lori linked urgent matters of “immigration, marriage and the church’s teaching on sexuality” to a pair of 16th-century martyrs […]
Christians don’t exclude, they welcome, pope says at general audience
VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Flanked by a group of refugees, Pope Francis appealed to Christians to care for and welcome those whom society often excludes. “Today […]
World Day of Migrants to reflect on vulnerable, voiceless minors
VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Migrant children, the most vulnerable and fragile victims of war and persecution, will be at the heart of the Catholic Church’s annual […]