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April 11th, 2024
The Catholic Church just released a long awaited report entitled "Infinite Dignity," which lists gender ideology and gender affirming surgery as existential threats to humanity, and transgender Catholics are not happy.
The Secret Religious Origins of Leap Day
February 26th, 2024
Leap day comes around every four years, adding an extra day at the end of February. But have you ever wondered how February 29th was chosen? It all goes back to Easter and the Catholic Church.
Catholics Demand Exorcism for Cathedral That Hosted Trans Activist's Funeral
February 22nd, 2024
Catholic activists are demanding an apology from and an exorcism for St. Patrick's Cathedral, which recently hosted a raucous and "sacrilegious" funeral for transgender activist Cecilia Gentili.
Prayer App Spending Millions to Show Ad During Super Bowl
February 5th, 2024
The popular Catholic prayer app Hallow is bringing Jesus to the Super Bowl in the form of a 30-second ad just before halftime. The ad reportedly cost millions, but some believe it would be better spent elsewhere.
Meet the TikTok Nuns Fighting Hollywood Stereotypes
January 4th, 2024
A group of tech savvy nuns are demystifying the Sisterhood one view at a time. The #MediaNuns, also known as The Daughters of St. Paul, are breaking nun stereotypes on TikTok with videos that have millions of views.
All-Female Catholic School Faces Backlash Over Trans Women Policy
December 7th, 2023
Saint Mary's College, an all-girls Catholic school in Indiana, just announced that they'll be admitted transgender women next fall. They say they took inspiration from the Pope himself, but some alumni aren't happy.
Are "Sexy Nun" Halloween Costumes Offensive?
October 30th, 2023
A viral video argues that wearing the popular "sexy nun" Halloween costume is insulting and offensive – sparking an ethical debate about the sexualization of religious figures. Where should the line be drawn?
How Religious Groups Are Responding to the Conflict in Gaza
October 23rd, 2023
The Israeli-Palestinian conflict has come to violence in the Middle East, capturing the world's attention. As the conflict descends into frightening and uncertain times, how are the world's faithful reacting?
New Orleans Archdiocese Reportedly Protected Child Molester For Years
June 23rd, 2023
Lawrence Hecker, a Catholic priest in New Orleans, confessed to molesting at least seven teenagers. A recent investigation uncovers the lengths the archdiocese went to cover his crimes up.
Pope Francis: Denying Climate Change Is an "Ecological Sin"
June 1st, 2023
Pope Francis just issued some of his strongest words yet on humanity's role in climate change and global warming, saying that mass pollution and our continued reliance on fossil fuel is an ecological sin.
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