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Melinda Gates says ‘very liberal’ priest influenced her break from Church teaching on contraception

CV NEWS FEED // Melinda French Gates said she experienced “almost a crisis of faith” before embracing a pro-contraception stance, citing a “very liberal” priest as a key influence in her decision to diverge from Catholic teaching. In an April 17 interview on The Jamie Kern Lima Show, the philanthropist and co-founder of the Bill … Read moreMelinda Gates says ‘very liberal’ priest influenced her break from Church teaching on contraception

Cardinals in Rome hold short afternoon General Congregation

CV NEWS FEED // The Vatican press office announced that the cardinals currently present in Rome held a 90-minute general congregation Wednesday afternoon, most likely to discuss matters related to the funeral of Pope Francis, which is scheduled for Saturday. At 5 p.m. Rome time, 103 cardinals gathered in the new Synod Hall, concluding their … Read moreCardinals in Rome hold short afternoon General Congregation

Conclave glossary: Key terms to know during election of a new pope

CV NEWS FEED // As the Catholic Church begins the sacred task of choosing a new pope, this guide provides a clear overview of key terms surrounding the upcoming conclave. Whether you have experienced multiple papal transitions or you’re new to these traditions, this glossary will help  deepen your understanding of this pivotal moment in … Read moreConclave glossary: Key terms to know during election of a new pope

Catholics Bid Final Farewell As Pope Francis Lies in State at St. Peter’s Basilica

Courtney Mares/CNALong lines of mourners, many waiting more than four hours under the hot Roman sun, wound around St. Peter’s Square on the first day of viewing for Pope Francis on April 23, 2025, at the Vatican. As people slowly made their way to the basilica, some prayed the Rosary while others sang hymns. Read … Read moreCatholics Bid Final Farewell As Pope Francis Lies in State at St. Peter’s Basilica

SCOTUS Justices Appear to Support Maryland Parents in Religious-Rights Case

Oliver ContrerasPeople supporting the right to opt-out their children from classes containing LGBTQ-related content demonstrate outside the U.S. Supreme Court, as the court hears oral argument in the Mahmoud v. Taylor case, in Washington, D.C., on Tuesday. COMMENTARY: In ‘Mahmoud v. Taylor,’ the court has the opportunity to safeguard the central role of parents in … Read moreSCOTUS Justices Appear to Support Maryland Parents in Religious-Rights Case

Los Angeles archbishop to offer memorial Mass in thanksgiving for Pope Francis

CV NEWS FEED // The archbishop of Los Angeles is offering a memorial Mass in thanksgiving for Pope Francis’ life and ministry April 25 at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels.  According to an April 22 press release from the Los Angeles archdiocese, Archbishop José Gomez will preside over the 12:10 p.m. Mass. … Read moreLos Angeles archbishop to offer memorial Mass in thanksgiving for Pope Francis

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