In New Pastoral Message, Texas Bishop Calls for End to Mass Deportations
Bishop Mark Seitz of El Paso condemns hazardous conditions leading to deaths in detention centers and recommits local church to solidarity.
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Lawsuit Challenges Trump’s Attempt To End Birthright Citizenship
U.S. bishops say birthright citizenship is woven into our history and Western tradition, and it is also consistent with Catholic teaching.
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After Minneapolis Shootings, Cardinal Says Stop Funding ‘Lawless Organization’
Cardinal Joseph Tobin calls on faith communities to urge lawmakers to reconsider funding for the Department of Homeland Security.
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New Partnership Will Help Church Defend Migrants, Refugees
Catholic organizations launch an alliance to coordinate local responses and defend people from pernicious deportation policies.
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Trump Places Nigeria on Religious Freedom Watch List, Threatens Military Action
The country is now designated as one of particular concern, due to attacks on Christians by Islamic fundamentalists.
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Catholic Groups Serving the Poor Urge End to Government Shutdown
Leaders of Catholic advocacy efforts warn that the shutdown most affects vulnerable people and threatens access to healthcare.
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US to Withdraw from UNESCO over Palestine and UN Development Goals
Decision based on disagreement with inclusion of Palestine and U.N. Sustainable Development Goals. Experts warn of impact on multilateralism.
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Catholic Sisters Protest Cuts to Social Net in Budget Bill
Catholic sisters protest at the Capitol against proposed cuts to Medicaid and SNAP as the Senate considers Trump’s budget plan.
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Texas Supreme Court Permits Probe of Annunciation House
In the latest development of an ongoing siege, the Texas high court rules that the network of migrant shelters can be investigated.
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Supreme Court Rejects Appeal to Protect Apache Sacred Site
The US Supreme Court rejected an appeal by Apache leaders to save Oak Flat, a sacred site threatened by a mega-mining project.
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Aid Cuts Will Increase Hunger for Thousands of Children
CRS warns that cuts to U.S. food aid programs will impact over 780,000 children in 11 countries, leaving many without their only daily meal.
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US Bishops Support Immigration Bill for Religious Workers
In an April 10 letter to Congress, U.S. bishops urged support for bipartisan legislation protecting religious workers who come from other countries.
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