Local Priests Seek the Return of a Historic Building Destroyed in Cuba
The Piarist Order of the Catholic Church in Cuba is urging the communist Castro government to promptly return the historic 18th-century cloister and school, which were seized by the ruling regime and are now deteriorating rapidly, before it’s too late. Guanabacoa, a district in eastern Havana, is home to centuries-old cloisters and schools that hold […]
Nicaraguan Co-Dictator Rosario Murillo: Priests Are ‘Agents of Evil’
Murillo Criticizes Nicaragua’s Catholic Church Rosario Murillo, the spouse of Nicaragua’s leader Daniel Ortega, sharply criticized the nation’s Catholic Church on Tuesday, labeling its priests as “servants of the devil.” Murillo, who has held official power alongside her husband as Nicaragua’s “co-president” since 2025, has been a prominent figure in Ortega’s extended campaign against Christianity […]
Biden administration thoroughly investigated ‘traditional’ Christians and monitored priests, according to DOJ task force report
Justice Department Task Force Criticizes Biden Administration’s Treatment of Christians WASHINGTON – A recent report from a Justice Department task force indicates that the Biden administration conducted extensive investigations and imposed penalties on Christians who adhere to traditional biblical views. The findings suggest a pattern of aggressive prosecution and a disregard for conscientious objections from […]
Pope Leo XIV Advises Priests Against Using AI to Create Homilies
Pope Leo XIV Cautions Priests About Artificial Intelligence Pope Leo XIV recently expressed concerns to priests in Rome about the dangers of relying on artificial intelligence (AI) for sermon preparation, emphasizing that AI “can never share faith.” This warning came during an event where local priests could engage with him about spreading the teachings of […]
Priests in Jalisco Give Blessings from Rooftops Amid Ongoing Cartel Violence
Catholic Priests in Jalisco Pray for Peace Amidst Violence Catholic priests in Jalisco, Mexico, climbed onto a rooftop Sunday to conduct the Eucharist and pray for peace as the nation faced chaos from violent confrontations surrounding the recent death of a cartel leader. Following the killing of Nemesio “El Mencho” Oseguera Cervantes, the head of […]
Catholic priests warn of a split with the Vatican over the consecration of SSPX bishops
Traditionalist Catholic Priests Threaten Schism with Vatican A group of traditionalist Catholic priests, known for their longstanding tensions with the Vatican, has announced plans that could lead to a significant break from Rome. This weekend, the Society of Priests of St. Pius X (SSPX) declared their intention to consecrate bishops without seeking approval from the […]
Fernando Mendoza from Indiana marks national title alongside priests
Indiana Hoosiers Claim National Championship with Fernando Mendoza at the Helm On Monday night, quarterback Fernando Mendoza led the Indiana Hoosiers to their first college football national championship, showcasing both talent and a deep sense of faith. The game against the Miami Hurricanes was a tough battle, and Mendoza seemed to draw on something greater […]
Catholic conversions are rising as New Yorkers seek support from the church, according to priests.
In New York City, young people often seek out careers, material success, and pleasure. Surprisingly, the pursuit of faith isn’t usually part of that journey. However, during a recent crowded Sunday Mass at St. Joseph’s Church in Greenwich Village, Father Jonah Teller, OP, noted that there’s a shift happening. Teller highlighted that enrollment in the […]
Catholic resistance to Democratic law succeeds, allowing priests to avoid jail or excommunication.
In May, Washington’s Democratic Governor Bob Ferguson enacted a law requiring Catholic clergy to disclose confessions related to child abuse, with penalties of up to 364 days in prison or a $5,000 fine for non-compliance. This move prompted Catholic bishops in Washington to challenge the legislation, scoring a significant win recently, bolstered by support from […]
Court Declares Washington Law Compelling Priests to Disclose Confessions Unconstitutional
Federal Court Rules on Clergy Reporting Law A federal court decided on Friday that a recent law mandating clergy to report suspected child abuse might infringe on the First Amendment rights, favoring Catholic priests in Washington state who argue that confessions should remain confidential. Democratic Governor Bob Ferguson signed the bill in May, claiming it […]