News from the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops

• We Cannot Turn a Blind Eye to Injustice, Says Bishop Cahill June 26, 2026
  WASHINGTON - This week, the Trump Administration ultimately prevailed in a court challenge to its decision to end temporary protected status (TPS) for Haiti and Syria. Bishop Brendan J. Cahill, chairman of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops’ (USCCB) Committee on Migration, issued the following statement in response: “Revoking the legal status of hundreds of thousands […]
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• Pope Leo tells cardinals war is 'never blessed by God' June 26, 2026
  VATICAN CITY (CNS) -- Opening the first day of his second consistory with cardinals from around the world, Pope Leo XIV condemned war as "never blessed by God" while urging the Church's leaders to embrace a style of listening and collaboration.The June 26 gathering marked the opening of a two-day meeting focused on the implementation […]
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• Bishop Zaidan Urges International Assistance Following Deadly Earthquakes in Venezuela June 25, 2026
  WASHINGTON – “As rescue efforts are underway, I urge the international community to mobilize in support of the Venezuelan people, and to send the necessary humanitarian assistance to alleviate their suffering,” said Bishop A. Elias Zaidan, chairman of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops’ Committee on International Justice and Peace.Bishop Zaidan’s statement follows:“In the wake of the devastating earthquakes that have impacted Venezuela, […]
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• Eucharist transforms believers into Christ's body and counters division, pope says June 24, 2026
  VATICAN CITY (CNS) -- Participation in the Eucharist transforms believers into the Body of Christ and offers a remedy to the divisions affecting families and communities, Pope Leo XIV said during his weekly general audience June 24.In his final general audience until Aug. 5, Pope Leo also encouraged young people to use the downtime of […]
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• Bishop Thomas’ Statement on the Anniversary of the Dobbs Decision June 22, 2026
  WASHINGTON – In marking the anniversary of the Supreme Court of the United States’ ruling in Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization, Bishop Daniel Thomas, chairman of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops’ Committee on Pro-Life Activities asks for the intercession of the Sacred Heart of Jesus in building a culture of life.“The victory of the Dobbs decision risks […]
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