Analysis Opinion•Local Church•Protection of vulnerable people

Abuses in the Catholic Church in the USA: Report Reveals Both Shadows of the Past as Well as Indisputable Signs of Change

The Report points out that over 90% of the complaints of abuse compiled occurred before 1990, and only 3% correspond to incidents recorded since 2000. This reflects that the majority of cases happened in a period prior to the efforts of reform implemented over the last decades.

Jan 19, 2025 14:16

Tim Daniels

Pope Francis

Biden awards top honor to Pope Francis: Presidential Medal of Freedom

The Presidential Medal of Freedom honors individuals who have made extraordinary contributions to society, whether through enhancing prosperity, safeguarding security, or fostering world peace. The “with Distinction” designation, an exceptionally rare honor, underscores the unparalleled influence of Pope Francis in addressing issues such as poverty, climate change, and the need for compassion in a divided world.

Jan 11, 2025 14:19

Tim Daniels

Cardinals and Bishops•Local Church

Cardinal Timothy Dolan to Open President Trump’s Inauguration with Prayer

Dolan’s role underscores the spiritual underpinnings of an inauguration often framed as a secular ceremony. “Faith is a gift—it’s God’s initiative, not ours,” Dolan said. “It’s not our energy that drives it; we simply must accept and cooperate.”

Jan 10, 2025 15:27

Tim Daniels

Local Church•Vatican Diplomacy

Trump names CatholicVote leader as U.S. ambassador to the Vatican

Burch, a devout Catholic and father of nine, is known for his vocal critiques of certain initiatives by Pope Francis, reflecting the ideological shift Trump aims to solidify in U.S.–Vatican relations during his second term in office.

Jan 09, 2025 18:06

Tim Daniels

Cardinals and Bishops•Local Church

Pope’s “Gift” to Trump? Holy Father Appoints a New Archbishop for Washington, DC

Pope Francis prolonged Cardinal Gregory’s mandate for two years (a resignation is usually tendered at 75 but the Archbishop of Washington is already 77).

Jan 08, 2025 18:14

Tim Daniels

Analysis Opinion•Local Church

This is the religion of the new congressmen and senators in the U.S. Congress: Protestant and Catholic (and Jewish overrepresentation)

The Catholic presence in Congress stands at 150 members, a slight uptick from the last session but below the average of the past 15 years. Catholics comprise 29% of the House and 24% of the Senate, maintaining a prominent, though slightly diminished, influence.

Jan 03, 2025 20:54

Tim Daniels

Analysis Opinion•Local Church

Most celebrate Christmas, few know what they celebrate: surprising revelations from a study

While the majority of Americans celebrate Christmas, understanding of its biblical roots is lacking. According to a 2018 Lifeway study, only 22% of U.S. adults believe they could accurately and entirely retell the Nativity story from memory. Another 31% say they could recount it but might miss some details or get others wrong. About 25% could only provide a general summary, while 17% admit they couldn’t recount the story at all.

Dec 19, 2024 11:34

Tim Daniels

Local Church

The 10 Commandments to go to auction in New York: up to $2 million expected in the fight

The pre-auction exhibition, which began on December 5, has already drawn international interest from collectors, historians, and institutions. While Sotheby’s has set an opening bid of $1 million, experts anticipate that the final price could soar beyond $2 million as the tablet’s unique provenance and cultural significance drive competitive bidding.

Dec 17, 2024 18:51

Tim Daniels

Cardinals and Bishops•Liturgy and Divine Worship•Local Church

Cardinal of Chicago asks not to kneel at communion: these are “his” reasons

“Our ritual for receiving Holy Communion holds profound meaning,” Cupich wrote. “It reminds us that receiving the Eucharist is not a private act but a communal one. As such, the established norm—approved by the Holy See and the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops—is for the faithful to process together and receive the Sacred Host standing.”

Dec 16, 2024 17:32

Tim Daniels

Local Church

Nancy Pelosi, Communion Ban, and Vatican Intervention: Faith, Politics, and Controversy

Pelosi revealed that the dispute is now under Vatican review, although the timeline and specifics of her appeal remain unclear. According to canon law experts, individuals subjected to such

Dec 15, 2024 19:45

Tim Daniels

Analysis Opinion•Local Church

Study reveals that non-churchgoers would go to Mass at Christmas if invited by someone else

Despite declining attendance, the study offers a silver lining: 56% of those who don’t typically go to church during Christmas said they might consider attending if invited by someone they know

Dec 13, 2024 13:48

Tim Daniels

Gender Ideology

USA: Republican Senators Push for Biological Clarity in Gender Definitions

The proposed bill emphasizes protections for women’s spaces, including sports, scholarships, restrooms, and shelters, by restricting access based on biological sex. Marshall criticized the current administration for advancing policies that he claims disregard science and endanger women and girls.

Dec 05, 2024 18:07

Tim Daniels