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Further action needed to protect the Amazon, says Cafod

An indigenous mother and child in the deforested Amazon. Joerg Boethling, Alamy Cafod invited representatives of their partner organisations in Peru, Bolivia and Colombia to meet parliamentarians in Westminster on 30 June, to tell them about their work …

Petro Bids Farewell to Pope Leo XIV Without Achieving Total Peace in Colombia

President Gustavo Petro and Pope Leo XIV met at the Vatican, where they discussed peace in Colombia and Latin America. Credit: Vatican News / Presidency of Colombia. The meeting between Colombian President Gustavo Petro and Pope Leo XIV marked one of …

How Florida’s Cuban Diaspora and the Israeli Lobby Came Together — and Are Coming Apart

After a devastating earthquake rocked Venezuela last week, President Donald Trump backed off his claims to be “in charge” of the country he invaded in January — which might imply an obligation to support its people and rebuild the nation — opting instead …

How many SSPX laypeople are there?

Journalists covering this week’s illicit episcopal consecrations by the Society of St. Pius X have faced an awkward problem. More than 15,000 laypeople attended the SSPX episcopal consecrations in Écône, Switzerland, on July 1, 2026. Screenshot from @SSPX …

Pope Leo draws hard line on breakaway traditionalists, but it could get messy

Play Listen to this article Estimated 5 minutes The audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations can occur. We are working with our partners to continually review and improve the results. For years, the ultra- …

Professing Faith Through Football

All eyes are on the 2026 FIFA World Cup that started eleven days into the month that Pope Leo has dedicated to the values of sport. In honour of the soccer festivities, I would like to highlight the history of the Catholic Church’s ties to the beautiful …

Why did Cardinal Nzapalainga meet Leo XIV?

Pope Leo XIV met Tuesday with one of Africa’s most prominent Catholic leaders. Cardinal Dieudonné Nzapalainga, pictured in 2017. Screenshot from @UNMINUSCA YouTube channel. That, in itself, is not surprising. But the background to the June 30 encounter …

The Black struggle for equality

The Rev. Lawrence Edward Carter Sr. spent 47 years honing his advocacy for interfaith cooperation and pluralism, based in part on a conversation with Martin Luther King Jr. that took place when Carter was in high school. That conversation led him to …

Pope Leo XIV celebrates immigrants in speech to Philadelphia crowd amid clash with Trump ahead of 250th anniversary

Listen to article • 0:00 min Addressing a Philadelphia crowd live from the Vatican, Pope Leo XIV called for a “recommitment” to American ideals. The first U.S.-born pope delivered remarks virtually at an interfaith ceremony inside Philadelphia’s National …

Pope Leo XIV celebrates immigrants in speech to Philadelphia crowd amid clash with Trump ahead of 250th anniversary

Listen to article • 0:00 min Addressing a Philadelphia crowd live from the Vatican, Pope Leo XIV called for a “recommitment” to American ideals. The first U.S.-born pope delivered remarks virtually at an interfaith ceremony inside Philadelphia’s National …

Pope Leo XIV reshuffles major Roman Curia leadership posts

Before the summer recess, the Holy Father announced key personnel moves across Vatican communication, charity, legislative, and mission offices. Besides the third female leader of a dicastery and other new leaders for the Dicastery for Promoting Integral …

Leo’s Saturday visit to island of migrant crisis

On July 4, Pope Leo XIV will travel to Lampedusa, following in the footsteps of his predecessor to shine a light on the ongoing migration crisis. On July 4, 2026, Pope Leo XIV will visit the Italian island of Lampedusa. This outpost in the Mediterranean is …

Why the Church of Rome Is Not Afraid of Trump

There is a moment in Rome, crossing the Ponte Sant’Angelo among Bernini’s angels, with the Tiber opening wide below, the Castel Sant’Angelo rising ahead and the dome of St. Peter’s glimpsed to the left in the distance, when the city stops being secular and …

Archbishop Richard Moth describes ‘moving’ ceremony when he received pallium from Pope Leo in Rome

Photo copyright Mazur/cbcew.org.uk Archbishop Richard Moth received Pallium from Pope Leo alongside 35 Archbishops from around the world. On Monday of this week, Archbishop Moth was among 35 metropolitan archbishops from around the world who received …

Pope Leo XIV to mark US Independence anniversary in Lampedusa

Vatican City Pope Leo XIV will mark the 250th anniversary of US Independence by visiting Lampedusa on July 4, where he is scheduled to meet migrants, honour those who died crossing the Mediterranean and celebrate an open-air Mass, CNN reported. Lampedusa …

HOLY SPLIT! Pope Leo XIV Expels Rebel Catholic Bishops for Defying Church Rules

The Vatican says priests and lay Catholics who are part of a breakaway right-wing Catholic group that ordained bishops without Pope Leo XIV’s approval are in schism with the wider church and are now excommunicated. In a decree on Thursday, the Dicastery …

Pope Leo appoints religious sister as prefect of Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development

News Pope Leo XIV appointed Sr Alessandra Smerilli as prefect of the Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development while Cdl. Baggio received pro-prefect role for Laudato si’ education centre. VATICAN CITY (LifeSiteNews) — Pope Leo XIV has appointed …

JRS: Pope‘s Lampedusa visit shines the light on the faces of migration

Ahead of Pope Leo XIV’s visit to Lampedusa, Jesuit Refugee Service (JRS) advocate Amaya Valcárcel says his concern for migrants and for often overlooked crises such as Myanmar and Sudan serves as a powerful reminder of the innocent victims of conflict and …

The tide on surrogacy is turning

For much of the past decade, the global expansion of the surrogacy industry has proceeded largely unchecked, insulated from serious scrutiny by carefully curated narratives of mutual benefit and altruistic intent. That is finally changing: governments, …

Tyrannus Angel Awards Announces Red-Carpet AI Filmmaking Gala in Los Angeles, Centered on Protecting the Next Generation

A red-carpet gala in downtown LA uniting AI filmmakers, Hollywood veterans, tech leaders, and creators to strengthen families and bring hope worldwide. PASADENA, CA, UNITED STATES, July 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- LOS ANGELES, July 3, 2026 — …

Natasha Owens Launches 'America 250' to Benefit America's Veterans Ahead of Historic Anniversary

New Patriotic Anthem Partners with Real America’s Voice, Patriot Mobile and PTSD Foundation of America; Every Stream and Download Supports Veterans NASHVILLE, TN, UNITED STATES, July 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Award-winning recording artist …

Astrologer Nancy Volante of The Whispering Soul Recently Featured on Close Up Radio

RIDGEFIELD, CT, UNITED STATES, July 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a world saturated with astrology apps, quick takes and one-size-fits-all predictions, why bother with a human astrologer? The answer lies in the story, skill and soul of Nancy …

Angel With A Loud Voice Invites Readers To Reexamine Scripture, Faith, And Spiritual Readiness

Burnt Offering delivers a compelling Christian testimony that encourages seekers and believers to explore biblical truth, spiritual identity, purposeful faith. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, July 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Burnt Offering …

Blood on the Sawdust Trail Launches a Faith Driven Western Mystery Series Set on the American Frontier

Jim Head blends historical fiction, suspense, and faith as the first Circuit Rider Mysteries installment follows a preacher uncovering the truth behind a murder NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, July 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Author Jim Head …

Judas: A Case for Modern Society Examines Timeless Lessons for Faith and Contemporary Life

Nathan W. Palus offers an exploration of one of history's biblical figures, encouraging readers to reflect on faith, morality, and personal responsibility. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, July 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Nathan W. Palus …

The Key Blends Faith, Destiny, and Spiritual Warfare in an Epic Journey of Hope

Steven McDaniel introduces readers to a courageous young heroine whose divine calling sets her on a path of resilience, purpose, and supernatural discovery. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, July 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Steven McDaniel …

Apostle Leina'ala Mars-Opoku Honored at the White House Prayer for Our Nation's 28th Anniversary Awards Gala

First American, First African American Woman, and First African American Female Clergy Member to Receive the Outstanding Humanitarian Leadership Award ARLINGTON, FL, UNITED STATES, July 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On June 5, 2026, at the …

New Book Wake Up Warrior Exposes Hidden Spiritual Warfare and Mental Health Crises Facing Modern Pastors

A powerful new novel bridges the gap between psychology and theology to expose the unseen battles raging behind the pulpit. LONGWOOD, FL, UNITED STATES, July 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As the modern Church grapples with an unprecedented …

JewBelong Rolls Through Washington, D.C. with Billboard Trucks Thanking Christian Allies During CUFI Summit

Campaign Celebrates Christians Standing with the Jewish Community as Antisemitism Reaches Historic Levels NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, July 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As thousands of Christians gather in Washington, D.C. this week for the …

Passing Holocaust Remembrance from One Generation to the Next

Beth Emet Middle School Students Help Honor Holocaust Survivors at Annual Celebration Luncheon COOPER CITY, FL, UNITED STATES, July 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- For the third consecutive year, Beth Emet School students were invited to …

Urban Fantasy Novel Explores Spiritual Awakening Through the Hidden Forces of Everyday Life

Emmanuel Matias' The 1:44 – An Angel Re-Clocked, published by Spines, blends resilience, spirituality and contemporary fantasy into a thought-provoking debut. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, July 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- What if the …

World-Renowned Spiritual Master Draws More Than 900 to Chicagoland Talk Broadcast to Audiences Across Three Continents

More than 900 attendees and audiences across three continents gathered to explore meditation, inner peace, and life's deepest questions. LISLE, IL, UNITED STATES, July 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- More than 900 people gathered Sunday at …

My Book of Hope Shares an Inspiring Journey From Depression to Healing and Renewal

B. J. Owens offers an honest and compassionate look at living with depression while encouraging readers to separate who they are from what they suffer. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, July 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- B. J. Owens announces …

Angel With a Loud Voice Invites Readers to Reexamine Scripture, Faith, and Spiritual Readiness

Burnt Offering delivers compelling Christian testimony that encourages seekers and believers to explore biblical truth, spiritual identity and purposeful faith. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, July 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Burnt Offering …

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Don’t Be Dying To Be Loved: A Powerful Memoir Of Survival, Redemption, And Unshakable Faith

A. R. Norman shares a personal testimony that reveals how faith in Christ can bring healing, hope, and lasting restoration through life's darkest circumstances. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, July 1, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A. R. …

Grandpa’s Favorite Bible Stories (Bilingual) Brings Families Together Through Faith and Two Languages

Elmer Winner presents a bilingual collection of Bible stories encouraging faith, family connection, and language learning through engaging storytelling. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, July 1, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Author Elmer Winner announces …

Auction of Original Manuscript of Alcoholics Anonymous “Big Book” Won by Stepping Stones

Original Manuscript of A.A. “Big Book” will now be owned by Stepping Stones the Historic Home of A.A. Cofounder Bill W. & Al-Anon Cofounder Lois W. in NY KATONAH, NY, UNITED STATES, July 1, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The foremost relic of …

Side Piece Is the New Concubine Reclaims Identity, Worth, and Purpose Through Biblical Restoration

Lakisha Shepard delivers a faith-centered message encouraging women to embrace biblical truth, restore identity, and pursue healing through God's grace. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, July 1, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Author Lakisha …