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Archbishop asks church to be in solidarity with migrants who died in truck

The archbishop of San Antonio offered prayers for 46 people found dead and another 16 survivors discovered June 27 in sweltering conditions in a semitruck.
Mexican bishops: The country is spattered in the blood of the dead and disappeared

"Our Mexico is being spattered in the blood of so many dead and disappeared," the Catholic Church in the country decried, remembering the thousands of victims of organized crime in the country, especially the two recently murdered Jesuit priests.
How bishops around the U.S. have responded to Dobbs

The Supreme Court on Friday overturned Roe v. Wade in a 5-4 decision, bringing an end to nearly a half-century of nationwide legalized abortion in the U.S. The June 24 decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization was welcomed by Catholic bishops across the country.
Outside high court, joy, defiance and insults after Roe is struck down

Amid cries of defiance and jubilation, Father Tim Wezner stood out for his quiet prayer, holding a rosary and contemplating the crowd outside the Supreme Court of the United States June 24 after a majority of justices overturned a landmark decision that for almost 50 years made abortion legal across the land.
Six things to know about Roe v. Wade, Dobbs v. Jackson and the Supreme Court

The U.S. Supreme Court heard a historic case on Dec. 1, 2021 that directly challenged Roe v. Wade, the 1973 ruling that legalized abortion nationwide. And on June 24, the court issued its ruling, overturning Roe v. Wade and Planned Parenthood v. Casey and returning the question of abortion policy to the states.
Read about the five Supreme Court justices who voted to overturn Roe v. Wade

Here are the justices who voted to end Roe v. Wade. All have links to Catholicism.
Supreme Court overturns Roe in anticipated Dobbs decision

In a 5-4 decision June 24, the U.S. Supreme Court overturned its nearly 50-year-old decision in Roe v. Wade that legalized abortion in this country.
Cardinal Kasper warns German synodal way risks 'breaking its own neck'

A theologian considered close to Pope Francis has warned that the German Synodal Way is at risk of “breaking its own neck” if it does not heed the objections raised by a growing number of bishops around the world.
Court: Tuition program excluding religious schools is unconstitutional

In a 6-3 ruling June 21, the Supreme Court said a Maine tuition aid program that excluded religious schools violated the Constitution's free exercise clause.
Two Jesuits murdered defending person in Mexican parish

Two Jesuit priests were murdered in a rugged region of Mexico rife with violence as they provided refuge to a person being pursued by a gunman, according to the Society of Jesus and state officials.
Murdered Nigerians found suffering at foot of cross, bishop says at funeral

The Catholics attending Mass at St. Francis Xavier Church on Pentecost did not know how much it would cost to participate in the suffering of Jesus, said Bishop Emmanuel Badejo of Oyo.
Diocese takes first step toward possible cause for former FOCUS missionary

Bishop David D. Kagan of Bismarck announced June 16 the diocese will open an investigation into "the holiness of life and love for God" of North Dakota native Michelle Christine Duppong, who died of cancer Dec. 25, 2015. She was 31.
Justice Department urged to address violent attacks on pro-life centers

The Biden administration's "relative silence" over a growing number of attacks on churches, pregnancy resource centers and pro-life organizations over the abortion issue "endangers Americans even more," said a coalition of pro-life and faith leaders.
Nigerian priest says he shielded parishioners like chicks during massacre

Father Andrew Adeniyi Abayomi was in the sacristy of St. Francis Xavier Church after Mass when parishioners began running in different directions.
WATCH: As charter turns 20, trust in bishops is slow to return, cardinal says

The nation's Catholic bishops have made progress in regaining the trust of the laity since approving a groundbreaking document in response to the clergy sexual abuse crisis two decades ago, but for Washington Cardinal Wilton D. Gregory "the task is not complete."
Another pro-life clinic attacked, this one in Philadelphia

A pro-life pregnancy center in Philadelphia was vandalized last weekend with smashed windows and graffiti.
Philippine clergy welcome assurances from president-elect

Catholic clergy in the Philippines have welcomed an assurance from President-elect Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. to "work closely" with the church for the common good.
Afghan Christians: Where are they now?

In August of last year, the world watched as crowds of Afghans surged outside the gates of Hamid Karzai International Airport, hoping for an exit from the soon-to-be Taliban-run government.
Chef urges graduates to 'feed the world' by using talents to spread hope

Recently back home after joining his World Central Kitchen's outreach in war-torn Ukraine, Chef José Andrés addressed the class of 2022 at Stone Ridge School of the Sacred Heart in Bethesda June 9.
California bishops oppose move to 'enshrine' abortion in state constitution

The California Catholic Conference "vehemently opposes" amending the state's constitution "to enshrine the most extreme forms of abortion."

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