For 17 years the attorneys general of the United States did not pursue death even though that power was in their hands, then you hit somebody like Trump.’
The Legionaries of Christ university in Rome plans to honor Father Frank Pavone, national director of Priests for Life, with its “A Life for Life” award.
Recognizing “the gifts of each baptized person”—women and men—Pope Francis ordered a change to canon law and liturgical norms so that women could be formally installed as lectors and acolytes.
In a wide-ranging interview, Pope Francis said he was “astounded” at disorder at the U.S. Capitol. He also said he would get the Covid-19 vaccine next week and that “everyone should be vaccinated.”
The pro-life movement has a chance to move on from its alliance with Donald Trump, writes Xavier Bisits of Democrats for Life of America, and instead promote principled, consistent and compassionate leaders.
The Rev. and Sen.-elect Raphael Warnock shares more than a party with President-elect Joe Biden: Both Democrats made faith a central part of their political identity on the campaign trail — and their victories are emboldening religious liberals.
Will the Republican Party reject the counterfeit politics of conspiracy and fantasy? If not, writes Bill McCormick, S.J., the violence of Jan. 6 will not be an isolated event.
The power of Catholic moral theological vision can be substantial and nuanced, and could be the way for the GOP to evolve after the turbulence of the past few years.