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US Supreme Court to hear Kentucky church's Virgin Mary shrine zoning dispute

A proposed shrine to the Virgin Mary has brought a Kentucky church group into a dispute over residential zoning, with the case now heading to the highest court in the United States. The Missionaries of Saint John the Baptist, a nonprofit formed by Roman Catholic priests, wants to build the…

The Times of India · Oct 26

‘We all will die one day’: Ecuador priest dies after crucifix falls on him during sermon

In a heartbreaking incident during a sermon in Guayaquil, Ecuador, Roman Catholic priest Father Patricio Alfredo Sánchez Molinari was tragically killed when a crucifix fell on him. As he spoke about cherishing moments with God and loved ones, the unexpected calamity struck. Despite prompt medical attention, he was declared dead…

The Economic Times · Oct 19

Priest killed by falling crucifix moments after sermon on life’s fleeting nature in Ecuador

Moments after preaching about life’s fleeting nature and the importance of faith and family, a Roman Catholic priest in Ecuador was killed when a heavy crucifix fell on his head during a livestreamed Mass.

The Times of India · Oct 19

A church, a Jesus statue and a border wall: Inside Trump's latest land acquisition battle

The US government seeks land for a border wall near Mount Cristo Rey. This sacred site is a pilgrimage destination for thousands of faithful people. The Roman Catholic Diocese of Las Cruces opposes the land acquisition and wall construction. Church officials argue the wall infringes upon religious freedom and desecrates…

The Times of India · Jul 27

Best advice for life by John F. Kennedy: 'Change is the law of life. And those who look only to the past or present are...' - inspiring quote by first Roman Catholic president of the United States explains why future belongs to those who embrace change

Life advice by John F. Kennedy: John F. Kennedy emphasized that change is life's constant law. He believed looking only to the past or present misses the future. Embracing new ideas and experiences aids adaptation and personal growth. This forward-looking mindset is crucial for achieving lasting success. Kennedy, the 35th…

The Economic Times · Jul 8

US-Mexico ‘border mass’ honours migrants

NOGALES, Arizona - More than 100 Roman Catholic bishops, nuns, priests and parishioners joined a procession across the ​US-Mexico border on Friday evening, urging the US government to treat migrants with ‌dignity and respect.

Bangkok Post · Jun 27

Louisiana church sparks backlash by soliciting prayers for pastor convicted of sexual assault - but nothing for his victims

Anthony Odiong, a Roman Catholic priest who served in Texas and Louisiana, was found guilty of sexual assault in Waco

The Independent UK · Jun 3

Philippine bishop and ex-ICC judge lead new inquiry into thousands of Duterte-era killings

A group led by a Roman Catholic bishop in the Philippines has launched a fact-finding body to document accounts of ex-President Rodrigo Duterte’s anti-drugs crackdown

The Independent UK · May 27

Pope Leo takes aim at AI in encyclical

FRANCE 24's François Picard welcomes David Gibson, journalist and director of Fordham University's Center on Religion and Culture. On Monday, Pope Leo XIV set out his sweeping vision for AI and humanity. His first encyclical – a special papal letter that's sent to bishops in the Roman Catholic Church –…

France 24 · May 26

Pope Leo XIV prays with Archbishop of Canterbury in historic encounter at Vatican

The papal audience at the Vatican comes in the 60th anniversary year of the first formal ecumenical statement between the Anglican and Roman Catholic Churches.

Euronews · Apr 27