Catholic News

Spanish archbishop refuses cathedral funeral to Franco-era lieutenant

Antonio Tejero Molina, former Guardia Civil officer under General Franco, has been denied a funeral in Madrid’s Armed Forces Cathedral after Archbishop Juan Antonio Aznárez, Military Ordinary of Spain, intervened
Niwa Limbu

Cardinal Ouellet appears in Montreal court in defamation trial

The retired Canadian cardinal is seeking damages after a woman accused him of sexual misconduct during a class-action lawsuit against the Archdiocese of Quebec, allegations he has firmly denied
The Catholic Herald

Holy See warns Christianity remains the world’s most persecuted religion

With almost 400 million Christians worldwide facing persecution, the Holy See has warned that the Faith remains under constant attack, with a notable increase in anti-Christian violence in Europe
The Catholic Herald

Leo XIV repeats his call for peace amid mounting tensions

From his first words on the loggia to his latest Angelus appeal, Leo XIV has returned again and again to a single message: peace
Michael Haynes

Reversing the trend? Ireland appears to be coming back to the Faith

A new report is a cause for hope in the Catholic Church in Ireland
Thomas Edwards

Clericalism and digital influencers: inside the Final Synod Reports

The Vatican has released the first Synod study reports, addressing priestly formation, digital evangelisation and the role of Catholic influencers.
Niwa Limbu

Parishioners in Northamptonshire vow appeal to Rome over Sunday Mass closures

hree churches in the Kettering area are set to lose regular Sunday Mass under diocesan restructuring plans, with parishioners warning they will challenge the decision at the Vatican
The Catholic Herald

Bishop Oster will follow Vatican guidance on German Synodal Conference

The Bishop of Passau says his participation in the proposed permanent Synodal Conference will depend on Rome’s judgement
Niwa Limbu

US bishops warn of ‘tragedy of immense proportions’ as Middle East conflict escalates

Archbishop Paul Coakley, president of the USCCB, has urged diplomacy and prayer after coordinated US and Israeli strikes on Iran
The Catholic Herald

Catholic Church in India reaches out to transgender community

The Catholic Church in southern India has launched a new pastoral initiative for transgender persons, combining spiritual accompaniment with practical support while reaffirming its teaching on human dignity and sexual difference
The Catholic Herald