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News from May 2025
Supreme Court decision affects TPS protections for 350,000 Venezuelans
Catholic immigration advocates have expressed concern following a Supreme Court decision that allows the Trump administration to terminate legal protections for approximately 350,000 Venezuelan immigrants.

Pope Leo XIV reflects on parables during first general audience

Pope Leo XIV addressed his first general audience on May 21, 2025, in the Paul VI Hall.

Trump hosts Pope Leo XIV's brother at White House

President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance recently hosted Louis Prevost, the brother of Pope Leo XIV, along with his wife Deborah Prevost, at the White House.

Providence welcomes new bishop who calls for outreach beyond comfort zones

Catholics are encouraged to embrace their baptismal call to "knock on the doors of people's hearts," according to Bishop Bruce A. Lewandowski, who delivered this message during his installation Mass as the new bishop of Providence on May 20.
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Father Mike Schmitz takes 'Parables' tour across U.S., supporting Newman Center expansion

Father Mike Schmitz, known for his popular podcasts "The Bible in a Year" and "The Catechism in a Year," is currently on a nationwide speaking tour titled "Parables.

Ukrainian sister invites Pope Leo XIV amid ongoing conflict

Basilian Sister Lucia Murashko, based in Zaporizhzhia, Ukraine, has expressed gratitude and an invitation to Pope Leo XIV amidst the ongoing conflict with Russia.

Mexican bishops denounce killings amid rising violence

The Mexican bishops' conference has denounced the killing of seven young individuals, including minors, at a parish festival.

New Orleans Archdiocese reaches tentative agreement amid bankruptcy proceedings

The Archdiocese of New Orleans has reached a memorandum of understanding with creditors, signaling progress in its ongoing bankruptcy case.

Experts question EPPC study on abortion pill risks

The Ethics and Public Policy Center (EPPC) recently released a study titled "The Abortion Pill Harms Women," which has sparked debate due to its claim that "Insurance Data Reveals One in Ten Patients Experiences a Serious Adverse Event."

Catholic University cuts jobs amid financial restructuring

The Catholic University of America in Washington has implemented a 7% workforce reduction as part of a financial restructuring effort to address a $30 million deficit.

Pope Leo XIV calls for renewed focus on missionary discipleship

Recognizing the unity of all Catholics as members of the body of Christ, Pope Leo XIV emphasized the urgency of sharing the Gospel message.

Pope Leo XIV addresses global directors at Pontifical Mission Societies assembly

Pope Leo XIV addressed the national directors of the Pontifical Mission Societies on May 22, 2025, at Vatican's Clementine Hall.

U.S. bishops call on youth to tackle climate crisis following Laudato Si' anniversary

In a letter commemorating the 10th anniversary of Pope Francis’ encyclical "Laudato Si'," U.S. bishops have called on young people to take a leading role in addressing the climate crisis.

Pope appoints Sister Tiziana Merletti to key Vatican position

In a significant appointment within the Roman Curia, Pope Leo XIV has named Sister Tiziana Merletti as the secretary of the Dicastery for Institutes of Consecrated Life and Societies of Apostolic Life.

Hong Kong cardinal optimistic about continued Vatican-China dialogue under new pope

Reflecting on the recent election of Pope Leo XIV, Cardinal Stephen Chow of Hong Kong expressed hope that the new pope will maintain dialogue and engagement with China, following the path set by his predecessor.

Bishops urge end to exploitation as EU-Africa meeting approaches

Catholic bishops from Europe and Africa have issued a joint statement expressing concern over Africa becoming a "battleground for external interests," particularly regarding land, resources, and Europe's climate agenda.

House passes major Trump-backed legislative package amid mixed reactions

The U.S. House of Representatives has passed a significant legislative package aligned with President Donald Trump's agenda, moving the bill to the Senate for further consideration.

Pope advances sainthood causes for missionaries killed protecting Indigenous tribes

Pope Leo XIV has taken a significant step in the process of sainthood for two missionaries who were killed in Ecuador while attempting to protect Indigenous peoples.

Poland prepares to celebrate beatification of martyred priest Stanisław Streich

In Poland, preparations are underway for the beatification of Father Stanisław Streich, a parish priest murdered at the altar in 1938.

US cuts CRS food aid projects affecting child nutrition worldwide

Catholic Relief Services (CRS) announced on May 21 that the majority of its projects under a federal international food aid program have been terminated.
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