Person Taken into Custody for Vandalizing Historic Catholic Church in Milwaukee
Suspect Arrested for Vandalism at Marquette University’s Historic Church Authorities have detained a suspect linked to the vandalism at the Church of the Gesu, located on the Marquette University campus in downtown Milwaukee, Wisconsin. This incident occurred just nine months after the church had undergone a $10 million renovation. The individual, a 29-year-old man, was […]
Manhattan students feeling heartbroken over the shutdown of Catholic schools
Students at a Catholic elementary school in Manhattan were left feeling “devastated” upon learning their institution was one of three slated for closure in June. Families are now facing limited options for other religious education. Incarnation School in Washington Heights shared the announcement with its community on Monday, amid ongoing challenges like declining enrollment and […]
A Catholic exorcist shares insights: Fr. Chad Ripperger discusses his work with Shawn Ryan
Podcast Features Exorcist Insights on Demonic Influence On his podcast, former US Navy SEAL Sean Ryan welcomed guests who shared their unique experiences in battling evil. Recently, he engaged in deep conversation about the significance of Christ’s name, the power of prayer, and a personal calling with Father Chad Ripperger, a Catholic exorcist and philosopher. […]
Catholic bishops urge Supreme Court to block Trump’s birthright citizenship order and uphold ‘human dignity’
U.S. Catholic Bishops Criticize Trump’s Birthright Citizenship Order The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops has publicly opposed President Donald Trump’s order regarding birthright citizenship, deeming it “immoral.” This critique arose as the Supreme Court accepted an appeal from the Trump administration concerning a previous lower court ruling that supported a lawsuit from the American […]
California Catholic bishop visited Tijuana brothel linked to human trafficking multiple times, according to a report.
A bishop from California has reportedly visited a Mexican brothel associated with human trafficking and claims of mishandled diocesan funds over a dozen times, as uncovered in a new report. Bishop Emanuel Chareta, who heads the Chaldean Catholic Diocese of San Diego, has offered his resignation following these allegations, which were highlighted by “The Pillar,” […]
Authorities Discover Alarming Messages Following Gunman’s Reported Attempt to Access Catholic Church
Authorities discovered a collection of notes indicating “violent incidents” at a home in California after a 20-year-old man reportedly tried to enter a Catholic church armed with a loaded firearm during Ash Wednesday Mass. Brian Richard Girardot Jr. has been charged with possessing a firearm on school property, as stated by Eric Grant, the U.S. […]
Former gunman’s unsettling notes discovered after attempted attack on Catholic school service
Prosecutors alleged that handwritten notes mentioning suicide and threats indicated that the 20-year-old was gearing up for a “violent incident” when he attempted to bring a loaded firearm into a Catholic church in Sacramento on Ash Wednesday. A federal indictment revealed that, on the morning of February 18, Brian Girardot Jr. had dropped off a […]
On the path to sainthood? Catholic Church set to recognize friars killed in America for defending Christian marriage
Five Franciscan Friars on Path to Sainthood After Brutal Murders In the late 16th century, five Franciscan friars who journeyed from Spain to what is now Georgia met a tragic fate. They were murdered, it appears, for defending the sanctity of marriage. Friar Fred Nijem notes that, according to Fr. Conrad Harkins, an Associate Pastor […]
Catholic diocese in New Jersey agrees to pay $180 million to survivors of claimed clergy abuse in settlement
New Jersey Diocese Settles Clergy Abuse Lawsuit for $180 Million The Catholic Diocese of New Jersey has reached a $180 million settlement in a clergy sex abuse lawsuit that involves countless survivors. This agreement marks a significant end to a challenging period concerning church abuse in the state. Bishop Joseph Williams, who oversees the Diocese […]
New Jersey Catholic diocese reaches $180 million settlement for sexual abuse case
New Jersey Diocese Settles Clergy Abuse Lawsuit for $180 Million The Catholic Diocese of New Jersey has reached a $180 million settlement regarding a clergy sex abuse lawsuit involving a significant number of survivors. This settlement marks a pivotal moment in the ongoing efforts to address church abuse claims in the state. Bishop Joseph Williams, […]