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A New Leader for New York's Catholics: What to Expect from Bishop Hicks

December 18, 2025

New York has a fresh face at the helm of its Catholic community. Bishop Ronald A. Hicks, a 58-year-old from Illinois, is stepping into big shoes, replacing Cardinal Timothy Dolan. Hicks' background is quite similar to Pope Leo XIV's, which might explain why he was chosen for this role. Hicks grew u

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Why the Vatican Still Says No to Women Deacons

December 5, 2025

The Vatican has a long history of excluding women from leadership roles. This time, it's about deacons. After years of discussion, a group of experts said no to women becoming deacons. This is a big deal because deacons are like junior ministers. They can preach and perform some sacraments, but they

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Pope Leo's First Big Test: Can He Make a Mark in the Middle East?

November 27, 2025

Pope Leo XIV is off to the Middle East for his first big trip as pope. Unlike his predecessor, who made waves early on, Leo is more reserved. But this trip might just show what he's really made of. First stop: Turkey. He'll meet with President Erdogan, who's been accused of not playing fair with de

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Vatican Gives Back: Indigenous Treasures Find Their Way Home

November 16, 2025

The Vatican has made a big move. They sent back 62 items that belong to Indigenous communities in Canada. This wasn't just a simple return. It was a step towards healing and respect. The items were given to the Canadian Catholic bishops. These bishops will now pass them on to the National Indigenous

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New Leadership for U. S. Bishops Amid Immigration Debate

November 12, 2025

The U. S. Catholic Church is stepping into a new era with fresh leadership. Archbishop Paul Coakley from Oklahoma City has been chosen to lead the American bishops for the next three years. This comes at a time when immigration is a hot topic, both in the church and across the country. Archbishop C

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Faith vs. Policy: Catholics and the Immigration Debate

November 6, 2025

In a notable show of defiance, Catholic clergy made their way to an ICE detention center in Illinois, hoping to bring the Eucharist to detainees. Their efforts were met with a firm "no" from ICE, leaving the clergy feeling humiliated and disappointed. This incident is just one example of the growing

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Cincinnati's Church: Trust in Jeopardy Amid Porn Scandals

September 25, 2025

In Cincinnati, the Catholic Church is facing a serious trust issue. Four porn-related scandals have rocked the community in recent years. The latest involves Father Edward Burns, who is now on leave after some questionable websites were found on his computer. The archdiocese has handed this over to

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Gaza Church Strike: A Misguided Attack and Its Aftermath

July 18, 2025

A recent incident in Gaza has sparked international concern. An Israeli strike unintentionally hit the Holy Family Church, the only Catholic Church in Gaza City. This event has led to a wave of condemnations and calls for a ceasefire. The strike resulted in the deaths of three individuals who were

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Pope Leo XIV: A New Roman Bishop

May 26, 2025

The new leader of the Catholic Church, Pope Leo XIV, has officially taken on the role of bishop of Rome. This is a big deal because it shows his commitment to the city and its people. He made this official during a special ceremony at the St. John Lateran Basilica. This basilica is like the main

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Pope Leo XIV and the Gender Ideology Controversy

May 14, 2025

The internet buzzed with a claim that Pope Leo XIV, the first American-born pontiff, had made a statement about "gender ideology. " The rumor suggested that he believed promoting gender ideology was confusing because it supposedly creates genders that don't exist. This claim spread rapidly across so