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Papal nuncio turns 80, describes Vatican-U.S. bishops’ relationship as ‘normal,’ not in conflict

Ahead of his 80th birthday, Cardinal Christophe Pierre sat down with “EWTN News In-Depth” anchor Catherine Hadro to discuss his tenure as the Vatican’s representative to the U.S.

Amid new military moves in northeast Syria, Christians fear ISIS return and call for peace

Syrian Christians in Al-Jazeera await a political solution amid fears of an ISIS comeback.

Thai bishops urge citizens to elect ‘worthy candidates’ in upcoming vote

Warning against corruption, Thailand’s Catholic bishops have called on all citizens to exercise their moral duty to vote in the upcoming general elections.

‘Dramatic’ decline in Catholic marriage highlights need for ‘proactive’ Church response

Catholic marriages in the U.S. have declined 75% in about 50 years, even as the Catholic population has risen.

Smugglers of the faith: How Filipino workers became missionaries through migration

Filipino overseas workers, driven by economic necessity, have become what Pope Francis calls “smugglers of the faith,” quietly evangelizing through presence and service in parishes worldwide.

Documents reveal years of sex abuse allegations against fired Chicago Archdiocese substitute teacher

The Chicago Archdiocese said it fired substitute teacher Brett Smith after learning of his history of child sex abuse allegations.

300 Catholic leaders including 15 bishops ask Senate to reject ICE funding if no reforms

The 300 Catholic leaders are asking that Congress approve protections for migrants in any funding bill to prioritize family unity and alternatives to detention.

Cuban regime interrogates priests and dissidents over their public statements, activities

The Cuban government summoned two priests and two dissidents for questioning regarding their statements and activities advocating for freedom and democracy as well as deploring economic conditions.

Holy Land Church leaders announce renovations to Grotto of the Nativity

The restoration work for the “hallowed site” follows a decree from the Presidency of the State of Palestine. Learn more in this week’s roundup of Catholic world news.

Pope Leo’s pro-life and pro-family legacy as bishop in Peru remembered

As bishop of Chicalyo, Peru, Pope Leo XIV was a strong and unambiguous advocate for the right to life and marriage between one man and one woman.