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Spiritual hunger, Church’s tradition cited as top drivers of U.S. adult conversions, survey finds
Posted on 06/18/2026 19:55 PM (CNA Daily News - US)
“Personal growth in goodness, inner peace, and an understanding of truth emerged as some of the strongest motivations for exploring the Catholic faith,” according to a survey of adult converts.
Pew survey: Majority of Catholics say Trump is too critical of Pope Leo XIV
Posted on 06/18/2026 18:32 PM (CNA Daily News - US)
Pope Leo XIV has a strong favorability rating among Catholics. Political leanings, however, affect how Catholics view the dynamic between the pope and the president.
Catholic educators call for reform to buck trend of parish school closures
Posted on 06/18/2026 17:18 PM (CNA Daily News - US)
The “Front Royal Statement” by Catholic educators, bishops, and practitioners proposed “seven cardinal principles” for Catholic K-12 schools.
Peoria bishop announces ticket availability for Sheen beatification
Posted on 06/18/2026 16:18 PM (CNA Daily News - US)
The beatification Mass is scheduled for 2 p.m. CT on Sept. 24 at the Dome at America’s Center in St. Louis.
Military archbishop offers prayers for victims of Edwards Air Force Base accident
Posted on 06/18/2026 15:48 PM (CNA Daily News - US)
Eight people died in the accident, which is under investigation.
FTC sues transgender health group over ‘deceptive claims’ about child treatments
Posted on 06/18/2026 15:18 PM (CNA Daily News - US)
The U.S. Catholic bishops had asked the Federal Trade Commission to scrutinize “false or unsupported claims” in ads that promote hormone therapy drugs.
Honolulu Diocese celebrates 200 years of Catholicism in Hawaii
Posted on 06/18/2026 14:18 PM (CNA Daily News - US)
Celebrations will culminate next year with a closing Mass at the renovated Cathedral Basilica of Our Lady of Peace, which Bishop Larry Silva described as a “sending forth” for missionaries.
Federal judge says government can deposit money to seize diocesan land for border fencing
Posted on 06/18/2026 09:32 AM (CNA Daily News - US)
The Diocese of Las Cruces, New Mexico, had asked a district court to block the deposit of the funds while it fights the government's attempts.
‘Fidelity Month’ event explores what binds Americans together ahead of 250th anniversary
Posted on 06/17/2026 17:31 PM (CNA Daily News - US)
Fidelity to God, family, and country are the founding principles that bind American society together, according to Princeton University professor Robert P. George.
America at 250: U.S. bishop calls on Catholics to lead renewal
Posted on 06/16/2026 17:03 PM (CNA Daily News - US)
Bishop Mark Brennan of Wheeling-Charleston is urging Catholics to reflect on the nation’s blessings and shortcomings while renewing their commitment to faith, human dignity, and the common good.