The Supreme Court court ruled on June 26 that the government may not exclude religious groups from grant programs simply because they are religious.
Religious Freedom
Posted inFaith, News
Supreme Court rules church school can’t be barred from state funds for playground
The Supreme Court said a Lutheran preschool should not be excluded from a state grant program to refurbish its playground surface just because it is a religious entity.
Posted inFaith, News
Bishops urge renewed dedication to efforts to protect religious liberty
“Freedom for Mission” is the theme of the 2017 Fortnight for Freedom, taking place on June 21 to July 4.
Posted inFaith, News
Bishops extend work of immigration group after vigorous floor debate
On the same day the bishops decided to establish a permanent committee on religious liberty, they agreed to extend the work of an ad hoc committee on immigration.
Posted inNews, Politics & Society
What you need to know about this year’s Catholic bishops’ meeting
Some of the issues on the bishops’ agenda—immigration and health care specifically—have already caused a great deal of tension between the White House and Catholic leaders.
Posted inFaith, News
Known hate group hosts anti-Shariah rallies nationwide
About two dozen “Marches against Shariah” organized Saturday in cities across the country by ACT for America, a self-styled grass-roots national security organization.
Posted inNews, Politics & Society
Bill to aid genocide victims in Middle East goes before Senate
The bill will provide humanitarian aid to Christians and other religious groups suffering at the hands of Islamic State militants.
Posted inNews, Politics & Society
Catholic farmer ousted from Michigan market over same-sex marriage views
A Catholic farmer in Michigan is suing the city of East Lansing after he was barred from a municipal farmers market over his views on same-sex marriage.
Posted inFeatures, Politics & Society
Why is the A.C.L.U. targeting Catholic hospitals?
Though the A.C.L.U. has not won in the courtroom so far, there is every indication these challenges will keep coming.
Posted inNews, Politics & Society
Portland Catholic father of four killed trying to protect fellow passengers on MAX train
Rick Best defended two women being accosted by a passenger yelling hate speech about Muslims and other groups.