Day: October 28, 2025

Progressive analyst: What will it mean if Democrats win in New York, New Jersey, and Virginia? Not much

A progressive analyst is downplaying the stakes of next week’s state elections, arguing that even if Democrats sweep closely watched races in New York, New Jersey, and Virginia, the results will mean little for the party’s future direction. In an Oct. 27 New Republic analysis, editor Michael Tomasky argued that even if all three leading … Read moreProgressive analyst: What will it mean if Democrats win in New York, New Jersey, and Virginia? Not much

Trump admin provides critical humanitarian aid to Christians, religious minorities in Southern Syria

The Trump administration announced new humanitarian aid this week for Southern Syria, directing relief to Christian, Druze, and Bedouin communities that have faced years of violence and displacement amid the country’s ongoing instability.  According to an Oct. 27 State Department press release, the U.S. is providing food, clean water, and hygiene supplies for roughly 60,000 … Read moreTrump admin provides critical humanitarian aid to Christians, religious minorities in Southern Syria

Philadelphia’s annual White Coat Mass brings Catholic doctors together to grow in faith

Archdiocese of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Auxiliary Bishop Keith Chylinski led dozens of doctors in prayer Oct. 19 at the annual White Coat Mass at the Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul in Philadelphia, advising the physicians to put prayer above the many obligations that come with their work.  The event invites members of the Catholic … Read morePhiladelphia’s annual White Coat Mass brings Catholic doctors together to grow in faith

Idaho AG asks court to dismiss physician’s lawsuit against pro-life law

Idaho Attorney General Raúl Labrador has asked a federal court to dismiss Dr. Stacy Seyb’s lawsuit challenging the state’s pro-life law. Labrador argues that Seyb cannot proceed with his challenge because he misunderstood Idaho’s law and failed to educate himself about its provisions. Idaho’s law allows abortions when a doctor, in good faith, believes it … Read moreIdaho AG asks court to dismiss physician’s lawsuit against pro-life law

Catholic writer argues how to ‘re-baptize’ Halloween

In response to the Halloween culture that glorifies gore, horror, and the occult, an author wrote an article in The Denver Catholic encouraging Catholics to take back, rather than abandon, the holiday with a strong faith-based response.  “Let’s not let such a culturally important day pass without bringing the faith to bear upon it,” wrote … Read moreCatholic writer argues how to ‘re-baptize’ Halloween

Pew finds majority of Americans say fewer people having children will negatively impact US

Fifty-three percent of U.S. adults told Pew researchers this year  that having fewer children would have an adverse effect on the country, up six percentage points from a 2024 poll. Men and Republicans are more concerned about falling birth rates than women and Democrats are. Fifty-six percent say that the federal government should not encourage … Read morePew finds majority of Americans say fewer people having children will negatively impact US

Elegy of Darkness and Light in a Country Churchyard

This October, my uncle Msgr. Thomas Wells has been resurfacing like a ghost of warm memory from the past. At a golf tournament held in his honor, through invitations to speak at his former parishes, and in chance encounters with his old friends, I’ve been told stories of how he impacted lives. After arriving early … Read moreElegy of Darkness and Light in a Country Churchyard

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