How ‘Rare’ Are Sex-Trait Modification Surgeries on Children?

Nov 06, 2024 18:00

ZENIT Staff

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The exemption of ultra-Orthodox men from military service dates back to Israel’s founding in 1948

While most German bishops support the Synodal Path’s ambitious agenda, Woelki, Hanke, Oster, and Voderholzer have opposed it

What initially started as a single day of solidarity has now evolved into a week-long or even month-long series of prayer vigils Photo: ACN

This recent move, approved in a Cabinet session on October 21 led by Prime Minister Dr. Mostafa Madbouly

The crescendo of combined violence by settlers and the army worries the United Nations

the terrorists set fire to many houses belonging both to Christians and Muslims.

Causes of Saints•Good News•Testimonies

Sister Clare: the young Irish actress who became a nun goes to the altars

With the opening of her cause in Madrid, Sister Clare will be declared a “Servant of God,” marking the first stage of an intensive review of her life and service. The appointment of a postulator and vice-postulator will ensure that her story reaches the Vatican with careful scrutiny and dedication.

Nov 05, 2024 13:14

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Gender Ideology

UN rapporteur opens debate by questioning inclusion policies affecting real women in sports

Alsaleem’s report, which received immediate responses from various member states, focused on the issue of fairness in sports. She called on countries and sports authorities to “uphold women’s rights in competitive sports” by limiting participation in women’s categories to biological females.

Nov 04, 2024 17:46

ZENIT Staff

Local Church

Founder of the Heralds of the Gospel dies at 85 years of age

Founder of Heralds of the Gospel, Msgr. João Scognamiglio Clá Dias, Dies at 85 in São Paulo

Nov 04, 2024 17:44

ZENIT Staff

Cardinals and Bishops•Pope Francis

Pope Francis Adds Naples Archbishop Domenico Battaglia to December 7 Cardinal List

This December, the College of Cardinals will reflect an even broader spectrum of voices. With 21 new cardinals, including Battaglia, the international scope is apparent: 11 are from Europe (5 from Italy), 6 from the Americas (5 from South America), 3 from Asia, and 1 from Africa.

Nov 04, 2024 17:41

ZENIT Staff

Analysis Opinion•Justice and Peace•Pro Life

The Battle Over Abortion Rights Heats Up in 10 States Ahead of November 5 Election

For voters heading to the polls on November 5, the decisions made could carry consequences beyond the election itself.

Nov 03, 2024 21:23

ZENIT Staff

Pope Leo XIV will visit Algeria, the land of Saint Augustine, according to local media: these are the dates given by the press

There is also a practical indication reinforcing the plausibility of the trip. The official calendar of Wednesday general audiences published by the Prefecture of the Papal Household does not list an audience for April 15

Pope Leo XIV to priests: no to homilies with Artificial Intelligence and the search for “likes” and “followers” on social media

The Pope also warned against a subtler distortion of priestly identity: the search for validation on social media platforms such as TikTok. The illusion, he suggested, is to believe that accumulating followers or “likes” means one is effectively evangelizing

How ‘Rare’ Are Sex-Trait Modification Surgeries on Children?

Israel to Draft 7,000 Ultra-Orthodox Men Amid Ongoing Military Pressure in Gaza

4 German Bishops Criticize german Synodal Path Amid Global Church’s Synodal Reflections

#RedWednesday events in over 20 countries to raise awareness of Christian persecution

Egypt Approves Legalization of 293 Churches in a Push for Religious Inclusion

One year of Israeli attacks on Palestinians in the West Bank under the pretext of Gaza and Lebanon

Burkina Faso: Priest calls for prayer after three new terrorist attacks

Sister Clare: the young Irish actress who became a nun goes to the altars

UN rapporteur opens debate by questioning inclusion policies affecting real women in sports

Founder of the Heralds of the Gospel dies at 85 years of age

Pope Francis Adds Naples Archbishop Domenico Battaglia to December 7 Cardinal List

The Battle Over Abortion Rights Heats Up in 10 States Ahead of November 5 Election