Day: October 16, 2025

Vatican Protection of Minors report stresses importance of protocol to remove Church leaders in cases of abuse

The Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors’ latest edition of its annual report regarding institutional reform, reparation, justice, and listening to abuse victims had several primary findings, including: abuse survivors and victims are calling for greater accountability and a clearer canonical process for removal or resignation of Church leaders negligence and cover-up. The commission … Read moreVatican Protection of Minors report stresses importance of protocol to remove Church leaders in cases of abuse

Trump unveils IVF expansion plan, sparking criticism and ethical concerns among pro-life leaders

President Donald Trump announced two new initiatives aimed at expanding access to in vitro fertilization (IVF), saying the measures will make fertility treatments more affordable and widely available. Speaking from the Oval Office Oct. 16, Trump unveiled a partnership with pharmaceutical company EMD Serono, the maker of the fertility drug Gonal-F. He said the company … Read moreTrump unveils IVF expansion plan, sparking criticism and ethical concerns among pro-life leaders

Trump to meet Putin in Hungary to discuss ending war in Ukraine 

President Donald Trump said Oct. 16 he plans to meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Hungary soon to discuss ending the war in Ukraine.  Trump announced the meeting after a lengthy phone call with Putin, which he called “very productive” in a Truth Social post. He said that before their meeting, a team of … Read moreTrump to meet Putin in Hungary to discuss ending war in Ukraine 

Bishop Paprocki clarifies ‘seamless garment’ theory by distinguishing intrinsic evils from matters of judgment

Bishop Thomas Paprocki of Springfield, Illinois, recently wrote a column for Respect Life Month offering clarification on the “consistent ethic of life” teaching known as “the seamless garment” in the aftermath of the controversy regarding pro-abortion Sen. Dick Durbin and a decision of the archdiocese of Chicago.  The archdiocese was planning to present Durbin, who … Read moreBishop Paprocki clarifies ‘seamless garment’ theory by distinguishing intrinsic evils from matters of judgment

Trump threatens to ‘go in and kill’ Hamas if Gaza violence continues

President Donald Trump on Oct. 16 threatened to “go in and kill” Hamas if the group continues killing civilians in Gaza. pic.twitter.com/cN9c7SIq2K — Rapid Response 47 (@RapidResponse47) October 16, 2025 Trump issued the threat in a Truth Social post but did not elaborate. Two days earlier, while meeting with Argentine President Javier Milei at the … Read moreTrump threatens to ‘go in and kill’ Hamas if Gaza violence continues

Devout Catholic man murdered in senseless act of violence in New York

A Brooklyn Catholic parishioner known for his quiet kindness and deep Catholic faith was beaten to death outside of a subway station last week, according to The Tablet, the newspaper of the Diocese of Brooklyn.  Police identified the victim as Nicola “Nicky” Tanzi, 64, who was born in Italy and moved to New York decades … Read moreDevout Catholic man murdered in senseless act of violence in New York

Traditionis Custodes to be implemented in Diocese of Knoxville

The Diocese of Knoxville, Tennessee, will transition all of its celebrations of the Traditional Latin Mass from the 1962 edition of the Roman Missal to the 2002 Third Typical Edition of the Roman Missal by the end of 2025, according to a recent statement from Saints Peter and Paul Basilica in Chattanooga.  Bishop Mark Beckman … Read moreTraditionis Custodes to be implemented in Diocese of Knoxville

Midtown Manhattan’s rush hour meets Jesus in Eucharistic Procession attended by thousands

Several thousand Catholics intercepted rush hour traffic on Tuesday in Manhattan with a walking procession with Jesus in the Eucharist, powerfully witnessing to His love and to His Real Presence in the Eucharist. The procession, an annual event hosted every autumn by the Napa Institute, drew approximately 5,000 participants from across the country, according to … Read moreMidtown Manhattan’s rush hour meets Jesus in Eucharistic Procession attended by thousands

Trump administration launches sweeping visa crackdown

The Trump administration has revoked the U.S. visas of at least 50 Mexican politicians and government officials as part of its widening effort to dismantle drug cartels and their alleged political allies, Reuters reported Oct. 14.  Two Mexican officials told the outlet that those affected include members of Mexico’s ruling Morena Party, led by Mexican … Read moreTrump administration launches sweeping visa crackdown

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