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Bill banning men from women’s showers, spaces in jails signed into law in Mississippi
The legislation prohibits men who self-identify as transgender women from accessing women’s changing rooms, restrooms, showers, sleeping quarters, and other... Read more
U.S. bishops respond to Trump executive order designed to eliminate Department of Education
“Parents are the primary educators of their children and should have the freedom and resources to choose an educational setting... Read more
In federal suit, Illinois diocese says state ‘human rights’ law violates religious freedom
The Diocese of Springfield in Illinois is arguing in federal court that a state “human rights” law is infringing upon... Read more
Kansas City archbishop settles lawsuit against Satanist group over alleged stolen Eucharist
Archbishop Joseph Naumann had on March 14 filed a lawsuit in Leavenworth County District Court seeking an order to secure... Read more
World Down Syndrome Day: How the Church works to reach Catholics with disabilities
March 21 marks World Down Syndrome Day — a global awareness day recognized by the United Nations to advocate for... Read more
Catholic perspectives set to weigh in at upcoming natalism conference
The problem of below-replacement fertility rates across the globe and possible solutions to reverse the trend will be the subject... Read more
How the McDonald’s Filet-o-Fish became a Lenten tradition in the U.S.
Known primarily for its burgers and chicken nuggets, the restaurant’s “Filet-o-Fish” sandwich is also a classic mainstay on its menu. Read more
20 years later: Terri Schiavo’s impact on the right-to-life movement
It’s been 20 years since Terri Schiavo’s feeding tube was removed, initiating the process of dehydration and starvation that would... Read more
Planned Parenthood shutters only facility in Manhattan after decades of pro-life prayers
The location is one where New York pro-life Catholics have frequently prayed outside. Read more
Assisted suicide is false charity with alarming consequences, bishop warns
“Assisted suicide is a false charity” with alarming consequences that must be rejected, said Bishop David Malloy of Rockford, Illinois. Read more
Hundreds of Deaf Catholics to gather for first-ever Deaf Eucharistic Congress
The congress, which will take place April 4–6, will bring together about 230 Catholics to pray and honor the Eucharist. Read more
Delaware halts enforcement of law targeting pro-life pregnancy centers
Delaware Attorney General Kathy Jennings agreed to a March 17 court order that requires the state to stop any enforcement... Read more
First nitrogen gas execution in Louisiana takes place amid Catholic opposition
Jessie Hoffman Jr. was pronounced dead at 6:50 p.m. after undergoing nineteen minutes of nitrogen gas. Read more
Maryland passes bill that would provide $25 million to fund abortion
The Maryland Senate passed a bill Monday that would allow $25 million in funding to go toward abortions. Read more
U.S. bishops call for Walking with Moms in Need program to become staple in ‘every parish’
Walking with Moms in Need is a nationwide parish-based initiative that works “to increase outreach and support to pregnant and... Read more
Catholic clergy, laypeople to gather for prayer at Trump’s Mar-a-Lago
“The goal of this event is to pray — and to pray in a specifically Catholic way,” Catholics for Catholics... Read more
8 Catholic universities get ready to compete in NCAA men’s basketball tournament
Several of the Catholic institutions in this year’s March Madness tournmant are making history. Read more
Catholic Relief Services calls for ‘prompt payments’ after termination of USAID programs
“As part of the Catholic Church, Catholic Relief Services believes that human life is a precious gift from God that... Read more
‘This baby is a gift’: Trisomy 18 Awareness Day reminds us that every life is sacred
March 18 is Trisomy 18 Awareness Day. The condition, also called Edwards syndrome, occurs when a person has an extra... Read more
CNA explains: What’s ahead for the U.S. visa program for religious sisters, workers
Concern for the future of the visa program grew earlier this month, as extension of the program hinged on whether... Read more
