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U.S. bishops urge continued immigration protections for Ukrainians, Salvadorans

Ukrainian and El Salvadoran temporary protected status (TPS) beneficiaries will continue to retain immigration protections, pending an announcement “made at the appropriate time,” the government said.

Archbishop Coakley receives award for anti-death penalty advocacy

Coakley said living in the U.S. has deepened his commitment to advocating for death row inmates and urging the Church and the nation to see the inhumanity of executions carried out in their name.

Supreme Court order leaves federal prison transgender services in place for now

Justices Clarence Thomas and Samuel Alito said they would have granted the government’s request to reverse the rulings.

Cardinal Filoni delves into God’s relationships with biblical figures, saints in new book

Cardinal Fernando Filoni discusses his new book, “My Days Are in Your Hands: Men and Women in the Footsteps of Jesus” with EWTN.

Polish lawmakers vote to ease abortion law as presidential veto looms

One bishop called to defend the defenseless, while reports say the bills are “almost certain” to be vetoed by President Karol Nawrocki.

Schoenstatt asks for information on founder as allegations remain under study

The movement says research into the allegations is far from complete and could take years, and that the evidence may confirm or fail to substantiate them.

Catholic association launches online courses to equip faithful for mental health ministry

The International Association of Catholic Mental Health Ministers launched two online courses to help the faithful recognize mental health struggles and learn how to support those who are suffering.

Trump signs bill to reopen SSocial Security, Medicare opt-ins for priests, clergy

The measure, supported by Catholic bishops, allows clergy to reverse their decision to opt out of Social Security and Medicare.

In exchange with religious sister, Vance says government tries to strike ‘balance’ on immigration

The vice president responded to a question by a member of the Sisters, Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary during a CBS interview.

Indianapolis to host National Eucharistic Congress in 2029

“The Lord has already shown us what can happen when we place Jesus Christ in the Eucharist at the center and surrender our lives to Him,” Bishop Andrew Cozzens of Crookston, Minnesota, said.