Mexican training ship lost power before deadly Brooklyn Bridge collision

CV NEWS FEED // A reported power loss aboard a Mexican navy training vessel led to a deadly collision with the Brooklyn Bridge on Saturday evening, resulting in two deaths and 19 injuries. The Cuauhtémoc, a tall ship used for cadet training, was departing New York City when it collided with the bridge while moving … Read moreMexican training ship lost power before deadly Brooklyn Bridge collision

New Jersey Rep. Chris Smith receives honorary degree from Catholic University

CV NEWS FEED // Catholic University of America (CUA) recognized Rep. Chris Smith, R-N.J., with an honorary degree on May 17 for his commitment to the rights of the unborn. Catholic University also noted that Smith has authored legislation to prevent human rights violations, such as the Victims of Trafficking and Violence Protection Act of … Read moreNew Jersey Rep. Chris Smith receives honorary degree from Catholic University

Jerusalem patriarch joins Pope Leo XIV in call for peace in Gaza

CV NEWS FEED // The Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem, Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa, has joined Pope Leo XIV in urging peace in the Holy Land, encouraging Christians around the world to take concrete action to assist those suffering in Gaza. In response to the Pope’s concern for “children, families, and elderly survivors” suffering from a lack … Read moreJerusalem patriarch joins Pope Leo XIV in call for peace in Gaza

Pope Leo XIV holds special audience with ecumenical and interfaith leaders

CV NEWS FEED // Pope Leo XIV, in one of his first acts as pontiff, welcomed Christian and interfaith leaders to the Vatican on Monday, reaffirming the Catholic Church’s commitment to unity and dialogue across religious lines. The audience, held just a day after his inaugural Mass, brought together representatives from other Christian denominations and … Read morePope Leo XIV holds special audience with ecumenical and interfaith leaders

Pope Leo XIV appoints new grand chancellor of Pontifical Academy for Life

CV NEWS FEED // Pope Leo XIV appointed the vicar general of Rome, Cardinal Baldassare Reina, as the new grand chancellor of the Pontifical “John Paul II” Theological Institute for Marriage and Family Sciences, according to the Holy See Press Office. Archbishop Vincenzo Paglia, the former grand chancellor, came under serious criticism for his support … Read morePope Leo XIV appoints new grand chancellor of Pontifical Academy for Life

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