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Vatican, US Catholic leaders pray for victims of Trump attack
The Vatican yesterday expressed “concern” over the assassination attempt on former United States President Donald Trump and said the attack “wounds people and democracy, causing suffering and death”. Source: NCR Online.
US state orders public schools to display Ten Commandments in every classroom
Louisiana has become the first state in the United States to require that the Ten Commandments be displayed in every public school classroom. Source: NCR Online.
Comic ponders the marvels of Catholic justice heroes
The creator of a webcomic series that discusses racism and social justice in American Catholic history says it’s important to confront uncomfortable truths to build a more just and equitable future. Source: Redemptorists of Oceania.
US bishops’ canonical committee to analyse case of transgender hermit
United States Catholic bishops have asked for guidance from their episcopal conference following the public disclosure of transgenderism by a Lexington diocesan hermit. Source: OSV News.
US safeguarding report warns of need for ongoing vigilance
The United States Catholic bishops’ latest annual safeguarding report shows abuse allegations are down, but guarding against complacency about abuse prevention is critical. Source: OSV News.
US Synod report sees Church as ‘safe harbour’ and ‘fiery communion’
Growth, undeniable tensions and “a deep desire to rebuild and strengthen” the body of Christ have emerged as key themes in the latest Synod report for the Church in the United States. Source: OSV News.
Priest admits biting woman in effort to save the Eucharist
A Florida priest has admitted to biting a woman who attempted to receive Holy Communion in what he, and eyewitnesses, said was an aggressive, desecrating manner. Source: OSV News.
US diocese to halve parish numbers over two years
The Diocese of Peoria, Illinois, will have half as many parishes by 2026 as it does now, as part of a pastoral planning effort focused on helping the diocese “be more intentional in cultivating disciples”. Source: CNA.
Parishioners in US stop armed teen entering Mass
Quick action by alert parishioners and local police are credited with averting a tragedy at a Louisiana parish on Saturday. Source: CNA.