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English historian and pro-life advocate Jack Scarisbrick dies at 97

The Henry VIII scholar who contributed to “Catholic revisionism” was known for his commitment to pro-life advocacy and helping pregnant women.

Scottish bishops urge politicians to reject ‘dreadful’ assisted suicide bill

With a final vote on the controversial proposal due to take place on March 17, Scottish bishops have made an urgent plea to Scottish politicians to reject the legislation.

Mother Agnes Mary of the Sisters of Life to be honored with Fiat Award

Mother Agnes Mary Donovan, SV, is to be honored for her deep dedication to pro-life ministry and her work accompanying thousands of women in need.

Chaldean bishop arrested in San Diego on embezzlement, money laundering charges

Bishop Emanuel Shaleta was arrested at the airport, according to the sheriff’s office.

New Jersey man pleads guilty to bomb plot at 2025 Red Mass in Washington, DC

The arrest took place at the Cathedral of St. Matthew the Apostle before the annual Mass marking the start of a Supreme Court term.

‘My trust was in God’: Priest recounts flight from Holy Land amid Iranian conflict

Father Anthony Wieck, SJ, was leading a group of pilgrims in Jerusalem when the U.S. and Israel began launching strikes against Iran.

Cardinal Zen urges Society of St. Pius X to trust Pope Leo

The 94-year-old Chinese prelate weighed in on the ongoing discussions between the Holy See and the Society of St. Pius X in a post on X.

Formerly gay Christian convert wins court battle in Malta over ban on ‘conversion therapy’

After a three-year process, a judge in Malta ruled that Matthew Grech did not violate the country’s ban on advertising “conversion therapy” by sharing his conversion story in a news media interview.

St. John’s University in New York no longer recognizes faculty labor unions

St. John’s University’s recent decision to cease recognizing faculty labor unions after 56 years stirred a conversation on Catholic social teaching.

Lebanon’s patriarchs and bishops: ‘Persevere in prayer for peace’

The Council of Catholic Patriarchs and Bishops in Lebanon issued a statement combining a clear spiritual stance, a bold national demand, and an urgent humanitarian appeal.