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Florida firm accused of failing to pay Catholic military catechists

A spokesman for the company, Idemma, acknowledged “a limited number of contractor accounts that remain under review or resolution.”

Bishop Boxie addresses why the U.S. has so few Black Catholic bishops

“I really enjoy the gift of a Black Catholicism, Black Catholic spirituality, and it certainly does have a place in the universal Church,” Bishop Robert Boxie said.

Why St. Nicholas of Tolentino is the patron of souls in purgatory

For St. Nicholas of Tolentino, the Catholic imperative to pray for the dead was made very real to him when a deceased friend appeared to him asking for prayers.

A doctor and a biologist in Spain embrace life as consecrated virgins

In a special rite, the women embraced a life of consecrated virginity for the sake of Christ and service to his Church.

Liechtenstein parliament backs abortion initiative, but prince has the last word

The tiny European principality’s hereditary prince has announced he will block the measure, setting up a constitutional standoff.

German bishop voices ‘great concern’ after historic AfD victory in state election

Bishop Gerhard Feige called for respect for human dignity as Cardinal Gerhard Müller said bishops should not put their “spiritual authority onto the scales.”

The Priests: The Irish trio bringing sacred music to the world

From singing together as students at a boarding school in the 1970s to being discovered by Sony in 2008 and making four albums, the priests have always sought to evangelize through sacred music.

Cardinal Burke to lead international rosary rally in Amsterdam

Catholic cardinal presides over rosary rally in Holland, Norway celebrates 100 years since first Mass, Scottish sisters to stand trial for abuse, and more in this week’s world news roundup.

Lourdes Shrine finalizes preparations for Pope Leo XIV’s visit as registration caps at 150,000

Preparations for Pope Leo XIV’s visit to Lourdes are in full swing. Registration has been capped to ensure adequate services for those in attendance.

Polish bishops call surrogacy ‘incompatible’ with faith as Warsaw event looms

Poland’s bishops are calling on state authorities to block commercial providers as a Ukrainian fertility clinic plans a Warsaw promotional event.