ROME – Among the many traditions surrounding a presidential inauguration, Catholics seem to have created one of their own, especially when it’s a Democrat: Mixed messages from the Vatican and the US Conference of Catholic Bishops.

One of the performances by “country musicians” in the country Gospel genre at inaugural celebrations. Great message...

Working and praying for peace and justice for all

President Trump impeached a second time as he leaves office this week

U.S. Bishop Chairman Urges Peace Following Reports Warning of Plans for Additional Violence at State Capitols and U.S. Capitol

The expectation is to continue for health and safety to celebrate the Mass “outside.” Please see the letter from Archbishop Gomez to Priests for context.

U.S. Bishops’ Migration Chairman Welcomes Court Decision Reinstating DACA and Urges Congress to Act

“Sadly, we must call on the Administration yet again to stop an execution, this time scheduled on November 19. Two more are scheduled in December. We are now on pace for ten federal executions in 2020, more than double the previous record of four in 1938.”

On Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception of Mary

The Vatican announced Monday that Pope Francis will travel to Iraq in March 2021. He will be the first pope to ever visit the country, which is still recovering from the devastation inflicted by the Islamic State.

Maryknoll Sisters Ita Ford and Maura Clarke Dec. 1, 2020, (photo) the eve of the 40th anniversary of their assassination in the Central American nation. Along with Ursuline Sister Dorothy Kazel and laywoman Jean Donovan, the Maryknoll sisters helped children and civilians find refuge but were subsequently raped and assassinated by military.

“Let Us Dream: The Path to a Better Future is the first book written by a pope in response to a major crisis, and offers unique, practical guidance from the world’s pre-eminent spiritual leader...”

Archbishop Wenski's column for November 2020 edition of the Florida Catholic

The pope announced his intention to add to the College of Cardinals from a window overlooking St. Peter’s Square, after leading the Angelus Oct. 25. Gregory, who was appointed Archbishop of Washington in 2019, will become the first Black cardinal of the United States.

Rose Molokoane is participating in a meeting of Popular Movements and the Vatican’s Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development.

The Baby Healed Through Fr. McGivney’s Prayers: ‘Let Michael Be the Miracle’