Catholic News

Trump's victory could be good news for persecuted Middle East Christians

Middle East Christians in America and beyond appear to be behind the new president due to his pro-Russian, anti-Saudi leanings
Ed West

Morning Catholic must-reads: 09/11/16

A daily guide to what's happening in the Catholic Church
Luke Coppen

Vatican calls on President-elect Trump to work for peace in the world

Cardinal Pietro Parolin, the Vatican's Secretary of State, said it was 'too premature to make judgments' about Trump's stance on immigration
Staff Reporter

Peter Cook and Dudley Moore sketch show banned for 'blasphemy' to air 50 years on

Comedy duo Peter Cook and Dudley Moore made the show about Jesus's acquaintances in 1964
Staff Reporter

Extend clemency to deserving inmates, says Pope

Pope Francis has said justice systems should work towards giving prisoners hope for the future
Junno Arocho Esteves

Chicago priests celebrate Cubs' World Series triumph

Clergy in Chicago are continuing to celebrate after their team ended a 108-year curse
Catholic News Service

Priest criticised for using dead baby in Trump endorsement

Fr Frank Pavone posted videos featuring an aborted foetus to Facebook and YouTube
Staff Reporter

Morning Catholic must-reads: 08/11/16

A daily guide to what's happening in the Catholic Church
Luke Coppen

Dutch cardinal says papal encyclical on gender theory might be needed

Cardinal Willem Eijk said an encyclical may be necessary to counter the idea that gender can be determined by personal choice
Simon Caldwell

French bishops hold day of prayers for abuse victims

The bishops also prayed for forgiveness for the sins of clergy members
Associated Press