Catholicism
Pope Francis’ main adviser on clergy abuse, Cardinal Seán O’Malley, retires as archbishop of Boston
By Patrick Whittle, Nick Perry, and Holly Ramer — August 7, 2024
BOSTON (AP) — Pope Francis accepted the resignation of Cardinal Seán O’Malley as archbishop of Boston on Monday and named the bishop of Providence, Rhode Island, Richard Henning, to replace him as leader of one of the most important Catholic archdioceses in the United States.
In surprise appointment, Bishop Henning to replace Cardinal O’Malley in Boston
By Aleja Hertzler-McCain — August 5, 2024
(RNS) — Henning, who has led the Diocese of Providence, Rhode Island, for just over a year, will now lead an archdiocese of more than 1.8 million Catholics.
Jim Jordan’s attack on Catholic groups’ ethical investing
By Steven P. Millies — August 5, 2024
(RNS) — Republicans’ commitment to religious freedom seems to end when it challenges their partisan positions.
Tim Busch and Jim Martin bring left and right Catholics together over dinner and wine
By Claire Giangravé — August 2, 2024
VATICAN CITY (RNS) — The unlikely duo of conservative businessman and Jesuit priest hope to bridge the divide in the church.
Childless women − cat ladies or not − have long played key roles in the Catholic Church
By Joanne M. Pierce — July 31, 2024
(The Conversation) — Women in Catholic religious orders establish schools for girls around the world, care for the sick and work on societal issues in many other ways.
Interfaith protest confronts Christians United for Israel summit
By Aleja Hertzler-McCain and Jack Jenkins — July 30, 2024
NATIONAL HARBOR, Md. (RNS) — For nearly three days in and around Washington, D.C., an interfaith coalition challenged the pro-Israel messaging of pastor John Hagee and CUFI.
Vatican reports financial gains as it prepares for new profit strategy
By Claire Giangravé — July 30, 2024
VATICAN CITY (RNS) — Despite financial reforms and cutting costs, the Vatican continues to struggle to generate enough revenues.
Dementia, disability and the 2024 presidential election
By Charles C. Camosy — July 29, 2024
(RNS) — Ableist and ageist ideas have come to play as our polarized politics leads to slurs.
As nations face off in Olympics, interfaith chaplain corps unites to serve athletes
By David I. Klein — July 29, 2024
(RNS) — 'We have a synagogue, a church, a Buddhist temple, a Hindu temple and more together,' said Rabbi Moshe Lewin, one of the chaplains in the Olympic village. Some of those ministering to the competitors are former Olympians themselves.
Catholics, Vatican officials react to controversial Olympic ceremony
By Claire Giangravé — July 29, 2024
VATICAN CITY (RNS) — LGBTQ+ performers posed for what some Christians believe was a mock representation of the Last Supper.
As Venezuela holds a presidential election Sunday, what does its religious landscape look like?
By MarÍa Teresa HernÁndez — July 29, 2024
(AP) — As they prepare for the upcoming presidential election, it's hard to say exactly how religious Venezuelans are and what specifically they believe.
Apache Christ icon controversy sparks debate over Indigenous Catholic faith practices
By Deepa Bharath — July 29, 2024
MESCALERO, New Mexico (AP) — For this close-knit community, the 8-foot Apache Christ painting is a reminder of the holy union of their culture and faith.
Ascension adds nine Illinois hospitals to string of sales
By Aleja Hertzler-McCain — July 26, 2024
(RNS) — Thursday’s announcement is the latest in a string of other Ascension sale announcements as the system shifts focus to outpatient care and telehealth.
As Olympics get underway, French Catholics hold prayer vigil for athletes
By Fiona André — July 26, 2024
“It got to my heart,” said Joseph Green, a sprinter from Guam.
Catholic Rio Grande Valley migrant shelter wins victory against Texas AG
By Aleja Hertzler-McCain — July 25, 2024
It's the latest legal defeat for a Republican-led investigation of Catholic migrant shelters.
