USA: Bishop Thomas’ Statement on the Anniversary of the Dobbs Decision

Jun 22, 2026 10:09

Bishop Daniel E. Thomas of Toledo, chairman of the USCCB Committee on Pro-Life Activities Photo: The Blade/Dave Zapotosky

Analysis Opinion•Young People

Why Are People Converting to Catholicism in 2026? A Study Based on Surveys of Converts Reveals the Reasons (and Tradition Is One of Them)

The study, conducted by the Archdiocese of Chicago in collaboration with 20 dioceses across the United States, gathered 2,127 responses between February and May. Its findings challenge some long-standing assumptions about conversion in contemporary America

Jun 21, 2026 10:09

Jorge Enrique Mújica

Gender Ideology•Religious Freedom

Canada: Parliament Makes It a Crime to Speak Publicly About What the Bible Says Regarding Homosexuality

The legislation, known as Bill C-9, has now cleared its final parliamentary hurdles after members of the House of Commons rejected a last-minute attempt to stop it. With Parliament’s approval secured, the bill is expected to receive Royal Assent and become law in the near future

Jun 20, 2026 11:05

ZENIT Staff

Gender Ideology

International Campaign Launched Against LGBT+ Indoctrination Promoted by International Football Organization in the Context of the The Global Festival of Sport

The controversy centers on International Football Organization endorsement of a match-specific Pride designation, a move that many football supporters view as incompatible with the organization’s long-standing claims that football should remain free from political, religious, and ideological messaging.

Jun 20, 2026 10:35

ZENIT Staff

Justice and Peace•Local Church•Priests•Protection of vulnerable people

U.S.: Sexual abuse of individuals under the pastoral care of a clergy member is classified as a specific crime in the Civil Penal Code

Signed by Brian Kemp on May 11, 2026, Senate Bill 542 creates a specific criminal offense for clergy who engage in sexual misconduct with individuals over whom they exercise pastoral, spiritual, or religious authority

Jun 20, 2026 10:16

ZENIT Staff

Analysis Opinion•Local Church•Pope Leo XIV

8 out of 10 Americans approve of Pope Leo XIV. They also disapprove of Trump’s attacks on the Pope

The findings suggest that Pope Leo has largely succeeded in maintaining credibility among Catholics of different backgrounds, levels of religious practice, and political affiliations. In an era when both religious and political leaders frequently struggle to unite their constituencies, such a level of approval remains notable

Jun 20, 2026 10:02

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The Parable of the Wedding Banquet, Briefly Explained by Pope Leo XIV

Address on the Occasion of the Angelus Prayer on Sunday, October 18, 2026

Leo XIV is discharged from the hospital, but will the Pope be able to visit Argentina, Uruguay, and Peru? The doctor who operated on him answers

Margaritora estimated that Leo XIV would need approximately another ten days to achieve a full physical recovery. In his assessment, a journey involving long flights and extensive travel, scheduled roughly three weeks after the interview, remained medically feasible

USA: Bishop Thomas’ Statement on the Anniversary of the Dobbs Decision

Here’s what the second consistory of Leo XIV will look like: topics, schedule, and procedure. All the cardinals will be in Rome on the last weekend of June 2026

Four years after the Dobbs case, the United States remains deeply divided on abortion: here’s what the data shows

Support for “gender transitions” has fallen to its lowest level, according to a new study released during so-called “Gay Pride” month

A predominantly Catholic community dedicated to the Latin Mass sets a record for priestly ordinations in a single year: more than in all of Germany

Questions about liturgy: Rite of Communion Outside of Mass

Authentic Peace And Perfect Joy, According to Leo XIV: The Pope’s Message That Every Young Person Should Read

Why Are People Converting to Catholicism in 2026? A Study Based on Surveys of Converts Reveals the Reasons (and Tradition Is One of Them)

Canada: Parliament Makes It a Crime to Speak Publicly About What the Bible Says Regarding Homosexuality

International Campaign Launched Against LGBT+ Indoctrination Promoted by International Football Organization in the Context of the The Global Festival of Sport

U.S.: Sexual abuse of individuals under the pastoral care of a clergy member is classified as a specific crime in the Civil Penal Code

8 out of 10 Americans approve of Pope Leo XIV. They also disapprove of Trump’s attacks on the Pope