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St. Joseph the Worker College to repurpose Masonic temple into shrine, restaurant, theater

A Catholic trade school set to renovate a Masonic temple, Franciscan University prepares for its Truth of Love conference in Austria, and more in this week’s Catholic education roundup.

Miami archbishop calls for ‘compassionate’ protections for Haitians ahead of TPS deadline

Catholic Health Services, one of the Archdiocese of Miami’s largest ministries, faces losing an estimated 40 to 50 employees, Miami Archbishop Thomas Wenski said.

Macron commemorates French priest killed by Islamic extremists 10 years ago

“His memory places a duty upon us. It compels us to tirelessly defend the freedom of conscience that the Republic guarantees and protects,” the French president said.

‘The Chosen’ unveils emotional Season 6 trailer depicting Christ’s passion

Season 6 of “The Chosen” will be released on Prime Video beginning Nov. 15.

U.S. moves to revoke citizenship of Mexican friar convicted of child abuse

In 2018 when the allegations first came to light, Friar Urbano Vázquez was removed from ministry by the Archdiocese of Washington. He was convicted of child sexual abuse in 2019.

Research shows Catholic youth ministers are experiencing more complex roles

A new report found that, overall, younger generations of pastoral leaders have greater concerns about ministry demands today.

Major restoration in Minneapolis aims to renew ‘every square inch’ of country’s oldest basilica

The massive church was dedicated in 1915 and became the first basilica in the United States when it was designated as such by Pope Pius XI in 1926.

Hidden for 200 years, vast Baroque murals rediscovered in Vilnius’ St. John’s Church

Researchers confirmed more than 2,000 square meters — around half an acre — of original 18th-century murals survive beneath later paint in the church at the heart of Vilnius University.

Sedevacantist Scottish monks perform illicit consecration of bishop in spite of warnings of schism

The Sons of the Most Holy Redeemer in May announced their rejection of the Second Vatican Council and the popes that have come since.

New bill would protect mothers with surrogacy contracts from forced abortions

Here is a roundup of recent pro-life and abortion-related news.