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Iranian missile fragments fall near Church of the Holy Sepulchre

The Government of Israel condemned the Iranian regime for “firing missiles at the holy sites of Jerusalem, endangering Jews, Muslims, and Christians alike."

German bishop recalls Habermas-Ratzinger dialogue after philosopher’s death

The chairman of the German Bishops’ Conference praised the late philosopher Jürgen Habermas’ landmark 2004 dialogue with the future Pope Benedict XVI on faith and reason.

Bishop Conley, Gov. Pillen ask for prayers for Nebraskans facing wildfires

As Nebraska faces its largest-ever wildfire, Bishop James Conley of Lincoln and Gov. Jim Pillen are calling for prayers.

Barron, Cordileone warn pro-life Catholics face pressure in health care

The Religious Liberty Commission’s hearing on health care and social services highlighted legal issues faced by Catholic health care professionals.

Leo XIV to journalists: War is not a video game; guard against propaganda, verify the news

Pope Leo XIV exhorted journalists to fact-check the news and show the true face of war.

St. Patrick’s hidden years in captivity explored in new EWTN docudrama

The new film on St. Patrick, directed by Campbell Miller, spans the period of time beginning with Patrick’s abduction to Ireland by slave traders until his eventual escape from the island.

Pope Leo XIV to accept Liberty Medal from National Constitution Center via telecast on July 3

The Vatican confirmed that Pope Leo XIV will accept the award and offer live remarks virtually.

Pope urges Church to see abuse prevention as ‘a natural expression of faith’

Leo addressed the topic in a March 16 audience with members of the Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors.

2 priests save 2 altar boys from drowning in sea but die in the effort

During a Lenten retreat in Ecuador for altar boys, two priests rushed to the aid of two servers who were in danger of drowning and managed to save them but they themselves perished.

Church institutions in Jerusalem remain active despite increasing security threats

Despite rocket debris near key Christian sites, Jerusalem’s Latin Patriarchate and other Christian institutions continue their services.