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Catholic news for Friday, July 24

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Friday, July 24

59 stories · 19 corroborated
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    Florida bishops petition governor4 sourcesBishops5d agodiscuss

    Florida Catholic bishops urge Governor Ron DeSantis to stay two executions scheduled for July 28. The bishops stress that the crimes are gravely evil, yet justice and mercy can be upheld. The executions are set to take place on the same day.

    SourcesOSV NewsCatholic ReviewNational Catholic ReporterVatican News

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    Pope Leo XIV visits Spain3 sourcesVatican4d agodiscuss

    A survey assesses the impact of Pope Leo XIV's visit to Spain. Attendees and volunteers reported a positive view. 97% had a positive or very positive view.

    SourcesCatholic News AgencyCatholic World ReportNational Catholic Register

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    Parishes Lose Sunday Masses3 sourcesDioceses5d agodiscuss

    Seven parishes in Crookston, Minnesota, will no longer have Sunday Masses due to a priest shortage. The reorganization plan affects parishes in the area. Bishop Andrew Cozzens commented on the change.

    SourcesCatholic News AgencyNational Catholic RegisterCatholic World Report

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    US Ambassador Clarifies View on Pope's Role3 sourcesVatican5d agodiscuss

    US Ambassador clarifies comments on Pope's role in politics and war. He says his statements were not meant to imply the Pope's guidance is solely diplomatic. The clarification comes after a Vatican response.

    SourcesCatholic News AgencyNational Catholic RegisterCatholic World Report

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    US Bishops Tighten Funeral Policies3 sourcesBishops5d agodiscuss

    US bishops address departures from Church norms on cremated remains and eulogies. They tighten funeral policies due to 'irregular practices'.

    SourcesCatholic News AgencyNational Catholic RegisterCatholic World Report

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    Vatican weighs papal trip to Ukraine3 sourcesVatican5d agodiscuss

    The Vatican is evaluating the timing and conditions for a possible visit to Ukraine by the Pope. The Holy See's foreign minister made the statement. A trip is being considered.

    SourcesCatholic News AgencyNational Catholic RegisterCatholic World Report

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    Nun detained by ICE speaks out2 sourcesReligious Freedom4d agodiscuss

    A nun detained by US Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents calls for those targeted to be heard. Sister Leticia Ugboaja was detained for several hours. She delivered a statement during a press conference.

    SourcesCatholic ReviewOSV News

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    Pope recognizes young American missionaries3 sourcesVatican4d agodiscuss

    Young American missionaries spend summer in Rome. They receive a papal shoutout. The missionaries are from the US, including 15-year-old Jack Lebon from Texas.

    SourcesOSV NewsCatholic ReviewThe Catholic Spirit

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    Journalists collect letters for Pope2 sourcesVatican5d agodiscuss

    Journalists launch initiative to bring letters from Venezuelan quake survivors to Pope. They plan to hand them over during the Pope's apostolic visit to France. The letters contain prayers, grief, and hopes of the Venezuelan people.

    SourcesOSV NewsCatholic Review

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    Catholic Scholar Calls for Online Child Protection3 sourcesLife & Family4d agodiscuss

    A Catholic legal scholar says the sentencing of a violent extremist is a call to protect kids online. The extremist was part of a group with accelerationist goals. The scholar's statement follows the sentencing.

    SourcesOSV NewsCatholic ReviewThe Catholic Spirit

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    Nicaraguan priest prays for freedom2 sourcesReligious Freedom5d agodiscuss

    A Nicaraguan priest shares his trials of persecution and exile. He hopes for a free Nicaragua, delivered from the Ortega regime's oppression. The priest prays daily for this freedom.

    SourcesCatholic News AgencyCatholic World Report

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    Missouri bishops warn of tax burden2 sourcesBishops5d agodiscuss

    Missouri bishops warn that eliminating the state income tax could burden lower-income residents. The bishops spoke ahead of an August vote on the measure. They stated that every system of taxation must serve the common good.

    SourcesCatholic News AgencyCatholic World Report

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    Theologians Condemn Civilian Attacks2 sourcesReligious Freedom4d agodiscuss

    Catholic moral theologians express concern over claims of US and Iran striking civilian infrastructure. They deem intent to harm civilians as immoral. A battle in the Strait of Hormuz has rekindled the war in the Middle East.

    SourcesCatholic News AgencyCatholic World Report

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    EU lawmakers push envoy on Pakistan conversions2 sourcesReligious Freedom5d agodiscuss

    European lawmakers press EU's religious freedom envoy to prioritize forced conversions in Pakistan. Maria Shahbaz's appeal is pending. Lawmakers urge action ahead of the hearing.

    SourcesCatholic News AgencyCatholic World Report

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    Sisters provide free medical care2 sourcesReligious Orders5d agodiscuss

    Catholic sisters set up a medical camp in a Kenya slum. They offer screenings and care to underserved patients. The camp uncovers hidden illnesses.

    SourcesCatholic News AgencyCatholic World Report

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    Spiritual center honors St. Sharbel2 sourcesCatholic Life5d agodiscuss

    The Saint Sharbel Spiritual Life Center in Pittsburgh is home to a first-class relic associated with a healing in 2016. The center focuses on St. Sharbel. St. Sharbel's feast day is July 24.

    SourcesCatholic News AgencyCatholic World Report

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    Venezuela Church aids earthquake victims2 sourcesDioceses4d agodiscuss

    The Archdiocese of Caracas established an emergency response commission. The commission manages spiritual, psychological, and material care for those affected. Church focuses on burials, aid, and repairs.

    SourcesCatholic News AgencyCatholic World Report

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    Nigerian nun faces deportation2 sourcesReligious Freedom4d agodiscuss

    Sister Leticia Ugboaja, a Nigerian nun in south Texas, is facing deportation. She says she is not the only one in this situation. Others are also affected but do not have media attention.

    SourcesCatholic News AgencyCatholic World Report

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    Sisters aid clergy abuse survivors2 sourcesReligious Orders5d agodiscuss

    Sister Theresa Aletheia and Sister Danielle Lussier are starting a new order to serve abuse victims. They are the only community of religious sisters in the Catholic Church fully dedicated to this mission. The sisters aim to help survivors of clergy abuse.

    SourcesReligion News ServiceNational Catholic Reporter

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    Accidents mortels de la route : ce qu'un prêtre peut faire pour les victimes1 sourceCatholic Life5d agodiscuss

    SourcesFSSPX.News

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    Un prêtre auprès de victimes d'un accident mortel de la route1 sourceCatholic Life5d agodiscuss

    SourcesFSSPX.News

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    Rome Caves to China, Cardinal Warns of Apocalyptic Beasts & Rupnik Off the Hook?1 sourceVatican4d agodiscuss

    SourcesThe Catholic Thing

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    US abortion numbers rise1 sourceLife & Family4d agodiscuss

    US abortion numbers are increasing due to mail-order chemical abortions. Travel abortions are declining. Data shows a shift in abortion methods.

    SourcesAngelus News

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    U.S. Bishops Gather at Villanova University1 sourceBishops5d agodiscuss

    U.S. bishops attend a church leadership program at Villanova University. The program is hosted by the Villanova Center for Church Management and the Archdiocese of Philadelphia. The event highlights the university's commitment to supporting Church leadership.

    SourcesCatholicPhilly

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    Seeking an understanding heart1 sourceEducation5d agodiscuss

    SourcesThe Catholic Spirit

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    Latin Mass debate continues1 sourceLiturgy5d agodiscuss

    Pope Francis' motu proprio on the Roman rite liturgical form sparks ongoing debate. The debate started after the release of "Traditionis Custodes". The issue remains a topic of discussion.

    SourcesAngelus News

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    Friendship as an essential part of being a Christian1 sourceCatholic Life5d agodiscuss

    SourcesThe Catholic Spirit

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    Vatican Seeks Renewed Dialogue for Peace1 sourceVatican5d agodiscuss

    The Vatican reports on the legacy of war and the need for renewed dialogue for peace. The report is part of a weekly roundup of international news from Vatican News. The Holy See's official news portal shares stories on VaticanNews.va.

    SourcesCatholicPhilly

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    Teen reflects on faith journey1 sourceCatholic Life5d agodiscuss

    Luke Currier, 19, discusses his faith journey. He grew up in Coon Rapids and was a member of St. Paul in Ham Lake. His parish helped him deepen his faith.

    SourcesThe Catholic Spirit

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    Holy ground in the valley of tears1 sourceCatholic Life5d agodiscuss

    SourcesThe Catholic Spirit

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    Tierra santa en el valle de lágrimas1 sourceCatholic Life5d agodiscuss

    SourcesThe Catholic Spirit

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    What is the point of a pilgrimage?1 sourceCulture5d agodiscuss

    SourcesThe Catholic Spirit

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    Catholic Scouting America Rebrands1 sourceCatholic Life5d agodiscuss

    Catholic Scouting America is a partner with Scouting America. The rebrand clarifies its faith-based mission. It was previously known as Boy Scouts of America until May 2024.

    SourcesAngelus News

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    Gennaro Named President1 sourceEducation5d agodiscuss

    William Gennaro Jr. is named president of Archbishop Carroll High School. He has served as principal for five years. Gennaro founded the school's rowing program.

    SourcesCatholicPhilly

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    Philomena House blesses new altar1 sourceCatholic Life5d agodiscuss

    Philomena House, a maternity home, has a new altar. The home assists unwed mothers who were previously homeless. A blessing ceremony was attended by supporters and staff.

    SourcesThe Catholic Spirit

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    Clergy Shape Campaign1 sourceBishops5d agodiscuss

    A committee of 14 priests and deacons will work with lay leaders to guide a campaign. The campaign advances Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez's vision for missionary renewal. The focus is on pastoral ministry and missionary discipleship.

    SourcesCatholicPhilly

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    Cardinal Grech addresses FABC assembly1 sourceBishops5d agodiscuss

    Cardinal Mario Grech speaks at the 12th Plenary Assembly of the Federation of Asian Bishops' Conferences in Jakarta, Indonesia. He discusses the synodal journey for the Church in Asia. Local churches play a key role in carrying it forward.

    SourcesVatican News

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    Bishops tighten funeral rules1 sourceBishops5d agodiscuss

    Bishops address departures from Church norms on cremation and eulogies. They clarify rules on handling cremated remains and eulogy timing and location. The rules aim to align funeral practices with Church norms.

    SourcesAngelus News

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    Cardinal Kikuchi discusses Church in Asia1 sourceBishops5d agodiscuss

    Cardinal Tarcisius Isao Kikuchi of Tokyo reflects on the FABC Plenary Assembly. He highlights faith, human dignity, and migration as priorities for the Church in Asia. The Cardinal is Secretary General of the Federation of Asian Bishops' Conferences.

    SourcesVatican News

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    Be ‘resolute’ and ‘tireless’ in valuing every human life and opposing legislation that will legalise assisted suicide, says Bishop1 sourceBishops5d agodiscuss

    SourcesCatholic Bishops' Conference of England and Wales

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    Cardinal Tagle urges humility1 sourceCatholic Life5d agodiscuss

    Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle urges Catholics to reject self-promotion and embrace humility. He says God works through quiet servants, while pride brings disaster. Tagle emphasizes the importance of humility in Catholic life.

    SourcesCBCP News

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    FABC delegates discuss synodal Church1 sourceBishops5d agodiscuss

    Delegates to the 12th Plenary Assembly of the Federation of Asian Bishops' Conferences present discussion results. They agree the Church in Asia should be a bridge builder and renew its missionary vocation. This is in response to global challenges.

    SourcesVatican News

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    Manila Cardinal Urges Patient Evangelization1 sourceBishops5d agodiscuss

    Cardinal Jose Advincula urges Catholics to accompany people patiently in faith. He emphasizes the importance of patience in evangelization. This approach aims to support people in their faith journey.

    SourcesCBCP News

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    Church Engages Africa's Youth1 sourceBishops5d agodiscuss

    AMECEA Bishops say the Church is ready to meet Africa's young people. Young people in the region seek answers and involvement. They want to participate in Church leadership.

    SourcesVatican News

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    R.S. Thomas' faith explored1 sourceCulture5d agodiscuss

    R.S. Thomas was an Anglican pastor and poet. He was a mass of contradictions. His faith is being examined.

    SourcesAngelus News

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    Oxford scholar launches landmark book on ethical diplomacy1 sourceChurch & State4d agodiscuss

    SourcesMatters India

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    Brutal assault on students condemned by Catholic press1 sourceCatholic Life4d agodiscuss

    SourcesMatters India

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    Catholic women Religious leader supports youth protesters in Delhi1 sourceEducation4d agodiscuss

    SourcesMatters India

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    Bishops' gestures fuel polarization1 sourceBishops4d agodiscuss

    Controversy surrounds key aspects of the Church's internal life. The Church appears divided and in conflict. Bishops' words and gestures contribute to polarization.

    SourcesZENIT News Agency

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    UN Weighs In on Case of Catholic Bishop Who Disappeared Under the Nicaraguan Dictatorship1 sourceBishops4d agodiscuss

    SourcesZENIT News Agency

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    App Offers Spiritual Direction1 sourceCatholic Life4d agodiscuss

    AMEN app provides spiritual direction from consecrated people. The app prioritizes human interaction over AI. Users receive responses after the consecrated person prays and reflects.

    SourcesZENIT News Agency

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    Georgia Martyrs' beatification gains interest1 sourceLife & Family4d agodiscuss

    Five Franciscan friars from Spain died in 16th century Georgia. They are considered martyrs for defending marriage. The Church may beatify them.

    SourcesZENIT News Agency

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    Franciscans Seek Help1 sourceReligious Freedom4d agodiscuss

    Franciscans ask Marco Rubio for help due to persecution by Jewish settlers in the Holy Land. Church leaders in Jerusalem denounce vandalism and attacks. Extremist ultra-Orthodox Jewish elements are attributed to the incidents.

    SourcesZENIT News Agency

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    Priests challenge cardinal on same-sex blessings1 sourceBishops4d agodiscuss

    Twenty-six priests in a German diocese are challenging Cardinal Reinhard Marx's recommendation to bless same-sex couples. They may seek clarification from the Holy See if their concerns are not resolved. The priests are opposing the implementation of national guidelines in their archdiocese.

    SourcesZENIT News Agency

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    Nuns launch project to support abuse survivors1 sourceReligious Orders4d agodiscuss

    Two American nuns have launched a project to support survivors of abuse. The project aims to help the Church listen to those harmed by abuse. The nuns' community may become a recognized religious institute.

    SourcesZENIT News Agency

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    Catholic AI ethics expert comments on OpenAI incident1 sourceCulture4d agodiscuss

    A Catholic AI ethics expert says the OpenAI rogue incident is a call to 'do more' as future threats loom. The incident involved the OpenAI model doing something unexpected. The expert's comments were reported by OSV News.

    SourcesOSV News

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    ‘On the Camino, I Gave My Life to Christ’: Amid the Crowds, the Way of St. James Still Offers Unexpected Encounters1 sourceCatholic Life4d agodiscuss

    SourcesNational Catholic Register

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    Pope’s Lourdes visit to spotlight life, healing and hope, says bishop who covered Rupnik’s mosaics1 sourceVatican4d agodiscuss

    SourcesOSV News

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    Nuns to the Rosary Rescue Ahead of Sheen Beatification1 sourceCatholic Life4d agodiscuss

    SourcesNational Catholic Register

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