world news NewsRespect LifeWorld News Coakley: Catholic response to gender dysphoria must ‘affirm one’s God-given sex,’ also recognize those struggling with it Julie AsherMay 4, 20237 min read A Catholic response to those experiencing gender dysphoria “must both affirm God-given sex and recognize the struggle of the person in front of us,” Archbishop Paul S. Coakley of Oklahoma City said in a new pastoral letter. FeatureGun ViolenceNewsWorld News Atlanta police apprehend suspected shooter who left one dead, four injured Gina ChristianMay 4, 20233 min read Five women were shot, one fatally, in the waiting room of a medical office in Atlanta May 3, sparking area lockdowns and a manhunt that lasted into the late evening. FeatureNewsRespect LifeWorld News Catholic governors inconsistent on role of death penalty Kate ScanlonMay 4, 20238 min read Despite the support for the practice from some Republican governors, a growing number of Republican state lawmakers are backing efforts to repeal the death penalty, marking a notable shift in conservatives’ views on the matter. Crisis in UkraineFeatureNewsWorld News Russia’s seizure of Ukraine nuclear power plant a global threat and ‘wake-up call,’ say experts Gina ChristianMay 3, 20236 min read Russia’s seizure of Europe’s largest nuclear power plant in Ukraine has undermined global nuclear security, while serving as a “wake-up call” to ending energy dependence on Russia, said experts at a recent panel discussion hosted by a Catholic college. Ecumenism and Interfaith RelationsFeatureNewsVaticanWorld News Christians must nurture roots of faith and build bridges, pope says Cindy WoodenMay 3, 20233 min read At his weekly general audience May 3, the pope reflected on his visit April 28-30 to Budapest, Hungary. Crisis in UkraineFeatureNewsVaticanWorld News After praying for peace in Ukraine, pope greets Russian Orthodox official Cindy WoodenMay 3, 20233 min read Shortly after urging people to pray the rosary for peace and entrusting the people of Ukraine to Mary’s care, Pope Francis met briefly with Metropolitan Anthony of Volokolamsk, director of external relations for the Russian Orthodox Church. NewsRespect LifeWorld News Abortion bans fail in GOP-controlled Nebraska and South Carolina Kate ScanlonMay 2, 20233 min read Abortion bans failed in Nebraska and South Carolina, two Republican-led states, in the final week of April following a successful effort in North Dakota. Crisis in UkraineFeatureNewsVaticanWorld News Kremlin denies working with Vatican on peace talks Justin McLellanMay 2, 20232 min read Moscow is not working with the Vatican to end the war in Ukraine, said a Kremlin spokesperson. FeatureGun ViolenceNewsWorld News ‘God is with us’ amid evil of mass shooting, says Texas deacon Gina ChristianMay 2, 20233 min read As a small Texas community grapples with a mass shooting, a Catholic parish is turning to prayer and trust in God. FeatureGivingNewsVaticanWorld News U.S.-based Cross Catholic Outreach continues support for pope’s efforts Carol GlatzMay 2, 20234 min read A Florida-based Catholic relief and development organization has been playing an important part in assisting with Pope Francis’ aid efforts for Ukraine, the organization’s president said. Previous 1 … 164 165 166 … 441 Next