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‘He presented a gun’: Dispute over Islamic mosque turns violent at New Mexico Catholic parish

A weekslong quarrel involving a local resident in Albuquerque ended with a suspect arrested on two felony charges, according to a local priest.

Pope issues new constitution for Vatican City State

The pontiff approved the new Fundamental Law of Vatican City State on July 31, enshrining the ability of non-cardinals to head its government.

Catholic priest sues U.S. government as processing delays complicate visa, residency

Father Sylvester Okoh can remain in the United States as he waits, but the processing delays prevent him from performing his religious duties.

Israeli strike damages Christian-run hospital in Gaza, Catholic aid group says

The Catholic Near East Welfare Association (CNEWA) reported emergency response crews were not able to immediately reach the struck building because responders feared a second strike.

Church in Venezuela to ‘remain at the side of the suffering’ following earthquakes

While the Church’s response to the earthquakes in Venezuela certainly involved material aid, a major part was simply being present to minister to survivors, offering consolation and the sacraments.

Pope confirms second Chinese bishop in a week under Vatican-Beijing agreement

The ordination of Bishop Francis Xavier Duan Yongkun as coadjutor bishop of Bameng is the latest episcopal appointment carried out under the provisional agreement between the Holy See and China.

Michigan hospital will change LGBT policies, pay fired physician assistant $400,000 after lawsuit

The health system will develop a religious accommodation for employees who do not wish to adhere to LGBT ideology as part of their employment.

Ukrainian ambassador says papal visit would give major boost to peace

Andrii Yurash said a visit by Pope Leo XIV would bring a message of peace and justice, while recent Vatican missions show that Ukraine is not alone.

Catholics in Haiti help the underserved as country prepares for elections

A Catholic community is quietly working on a water project that will improve the health and daily lives of many as the first presidential elections in a decade have been announced.

Official Seoul World Youth Day song to be released Aug. 3

Pope Leo XIV is expected to attend the event, which will run from Aug. 3–8, 2027, and to join thousands of young pilgrims.