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Abortion to be ‘preeminent priority’ in voting guide for US Catholics
The United States bishops will continue to highlight the threat of abortion as a “preeminent priority” in the introduction to a guide they’ll disseminate to Catholic voters ahead of the 2024 election. Source: CNA.
Outspoken critic of Pope removed from leadership of US diocese
Following a recent visitation and several instances of outspoken opposition to the current papacy, the Vatican announced on Saturday that US Bishop Joseph Strickland has been removed from the leadership of his Texas diocese. Source: Crux.
Pope offers prayers after mass shooting in US
After the “unspeakable tragedy” of the shooting rampage that left 18 people dead and another dozen injured in Lewiston, Maine, Pope Francis prayed that God would give the entire United States his “blessings of strength and peace”. Source: OSV News.
US seminary starts preparatory year program for priest candidates
A United States seminary has launched a yearlong program to better introduce Catholic men studying for the priesthood to the basics of faith formation, spiritual direction and service to the local community. Source: NCR Online.
California diocese warns about imposter priests
A Californian diocese has issued a warning about a pair of imposters posing as Catholic clergy and charging high fees for blessings and sacraments. Source: National Catholic Register.
Pope calls for release of Gaza hostages and discusses aid with Biden
Pope Francis has called for the release of Israeli hostages held in Gaza and spoken with US President Joe Biden to discuss the humanitarian crisis and the need to de-escalate violence in the region. Source: NCR Online.
US bishops tell people struggling with mental health: ‘We are with you’
The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops has launched a new national campaign focusing on mental health. Source: Crux.
Almost two-thirds of US Catholics believe in Real Presence
A new study shows that almost two-thirds of adult Catholics in the United States believe in the Real Presence of Jesus in the Eucharist, a significantly different result from a 2019 Pew Research study that suggested only one-third believe in the Church’s teaching on the Blessed Sacrament. Source: CNA.
McCarrick not competent to stand trial on abuse charges
A judge has ruled that former cardinal Theodore McCarrick is not competent to stand trial on criminal sexual abuse charges in Massachusetts. Source: CNA.