Two leading U.S. Catholic bishops called for “renewed vigilance and action” against antisemitism following the May 21 killing of two Israeli Embassy staffers.
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This is the text of the catechesis and appeal from Pope Leo XIV’s first general audience, given in Italian May 21, 2025 in the Paul VI Hall.
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Gaza is in a state of ‘extreme poverty,’ but Christians still share what they have with others, says Holy Family parish pastor
by OSV Newsby OSV NewsGaza Strip’s only Catholic parish marks Holy Week amid Israeli bombardment of the enclave.
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US bishop warns renewed war in the Gaza Strip augurs ‘dire consequences’ for the region
by OSV Newsby OSV NewsThe U.S. bishops’ Committee on International Justice and Peace chairman warns renewed war in the Gaza Strip will have “dire consequences” for the Holy Land.
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VATICAN CITY (CNS) — God tells Christians not to be afraid because he is always close, accompanying the faithful throughout their lives and through all their challenges, Pope Francis said. …
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(OSV News) — After more than a year of war and thousands killed or wounded, negotiators representing Israel and Hamas agreed to a ceasefire deal. A six-week initial ceasefire phase …
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California wildfires, the SEEK25 conference and the appointment of the new archbishop of Washington are among top headlines at OSV News this week — listen to more stories in our …
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(OSV News) — With northern Gaza Strip’s last major hospital lying in ruins following a raid by Israeli forces, the director of Caritas Jerusalem said that with limited medical resources …
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Good evening and Merry Christmas! Hope you are having a blessed Christmas octave and that the joy of celebrating the Child Jesus is with you and yours. Catch up on …
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(OSV News) — With a ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon barely holding, as both sides accuse each other of violations, hopes for even a fragile peace seem impossible for those …
