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Bishops offer firm support for legislation to combat human trafficking

The Church "is a steadfast voice against human trafficking and other forms of exploitation, as well as a longtime provider of services and pastoral care to victims of these crimes,” the bishops wrote.

Catholic, interfaith leaders press Ohio lawmakers to abolish death penalty

Republican Gov. Mike DeWine, a Catholic, is expected to issue a statement on the death penalty after the May 5 primary election.

Supreme Court temporarily lifts ban on mail-order abortion drugs

At the behest of two abortion drug companies, the Supreme Court is temporarily lifting the ban on mail-order abortion drugs after a lower court ruled that the policy undermined Louisiana state law.

DePaul University conference on Pope Leo draws conversation about AI, human dignity

AI “machines do not have soul,” Jesuit Father Philip Larrey said. “Only God can be responsible for the creation of the soul.”

Catholic mental health professionals react to executive order removing barriers to psychedelic drugs

The executive order notes that more than 14 million American adults now suffer from serious mental illness, a large rise from a decade ago.

Bishop Chylinski urges compassion during Mental Health Awareness Month

“Know that no matter what you’re going through, no matter what you’re suffering, that in Christ there is always hope,” Auxiliary Bishop Keith Chylinski of Philadelphia said. “You are never alone.”

Pope Leo to visit a much more secularized Spain since Pope Benedict’s World Youth Day in 2011

Two experts analyze the state of the Catholic faith among Spanish youth today, noting that while Spain is increasingly secularized, the faith is growing among young people.

Ethics and Public Policy Center at 50: A part of America’s ‘secret sauce’

Several hundred supporters gathered to celebrate the ecumenical think tank that engages on public policy questions within the context of America’s historic Judeo-Christian moral framework.

Race car driver’s gift fuels mobile ministry in Ohio diocese

A cargo van donated by a drag racing and stock car driver has become a mobile outreach ministry reaching Ohio communities in need.

Answering call to serve the poor: Papal Foundation announces more than $15 million in grants

The grants will fund initiatives across the globe including the construction and renovation of Catholic schools, monasteries, orphanages, and medical clinics in numerous countries.