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N.Y. priests urged not to give religious exemptions to COVID-19 vaccines

As some Catholics are seeking a religious exemption to the coronavirus vaccine mandates that are becoming more common in workplaces and even some public venues, priests in the Archdiocese of New York have been advised not to get involved in that process.

Richard Trumka, AFL-CIO president, dies; Catholic faith shaped his career

Richard Trumka, 72, president of the AFL-CIO since 2009 and the labor federation's secretary-treasurer for 14 years before that, died Aug. 5 of a heart attack.

Louisiana eucharistic boat procession celebrates faith, family, tradition

The annual Fête-Dieu du Teche in the Diocese of Lafayette is a "time for all of us to renew our faith," following the example of the first Acadians who were "led by their faith" when they came to Louisiana, said Lafayette Bishop J. Douglas Deshotel.

Inquiry opens into migrant facility for minors at Texas’ Fort Bliss

The Office of the Inspector General for the Department of Health and Human Services is investigating allegations of abuse at a Texas camp for unaccompanied migrant minors.

Charity, Knights’ highest calling, ‘demands’ renewed focus, says top Knight

Supreme Knight Patrick Kelly, the CEO of the Knights of Columbus, told his fellow Knights that their "highest calling" -- charity -- "demands our renewed focus."

Australian Mass becomes longest-running show on nation’s television

A weekly 30-minute Mass broadcast into people's living rooms has become the longest-running program on Australian television.

Federal judge blocks Texas order stopping transportation of migrants

A federal judge Aug. 3 temporarily blocked an order issued by the governor of Texas to halt transportation of migrants by anyone other than local or federal authorities following an incident involving a Catholic nonprofit.

Only Jesus reveals true Gospel, pope says at first audience after surgery

The true Gospel has been revealed by Jesus Christ, not by individuals or founders of movements, Pope Francis said during his weekly general audience.
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