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Trump administration repeals gender, sexuality affirmation rules for foster homes
A federal judge blocked the rule nine months ago. […]
Month: March 2026
The Dispatch
Opinion: Mirabelli v. Bonta comes with heavy interventionist baggage
In the emergency-docket opinion in Mirabelli v. Bonta issued on March 2, the Supreme Court ruled that a district-court injunction should remain in place to stop California school policies that thwart parental knowledge of their […]
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U.S. bishops to advocate ‘just immigration policies’ with Homeland Security successor
U.S. bishops said they hope to work with Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem’s replacement. Policy scholars said they expect that many of the administration’s priorities will remain in place. […]
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Cuba ‘needs renewal and positive changes not more pain,’ Caribbean bishops say
As poor living conditions worsen in Cuba, accelerated by the U.S. oil embargo, Caribbean bishops appealed for assistance to reach those most in need without political manipulations or delays. […]
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Father Pasolini at the Vatican: Conversion and humility are paths to peace in times of conflict
In a Lenten sermon to the pope, Roman Curia, and Vatican employees, Capuchin friar Father Roberto Pasolini drew the connection between humility, conversion, and peace in life of St. Francis of Assisi. The Lenten sermons […]
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Pope to Italian newspaper: In age of AI, respect role of journalists and dignity of readers
Pope Leo XIV congratulated the Corriere della Sera on its 150th anniversary and offered advice on how to continue to fulfill its service to society. […]
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Catholic bishops’ conferences around the world call for end to Iran war
Catholic bishops around the world condemn the Iran war, a German cathedral defends its display of a 50-foot whale carcass in its sanctuary, and an Angola priest survives an attempt on his life. […]
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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. […]
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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. […]
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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. […]