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Lefebvrists answer Pope after excommunication as Redemptorist schism looms

The Lefebvrists of the Society of St Pius X reject the Holy See's excommunication after consecrating bishops without Leo XIV's approval. Now it's the turn of the Transalpine Redemptorists: another episcopal consecration without papal mandate has been announced in Scotland.

Euronews

'Dignity Comes Before the Border': Pope Leo's July 4 Visit Sends Message on Trump Immigration Policies

Pope Leo's visit to Lampedusa on July 4th is seen as a subtle critique of Trump's immigration policies, highlighting tensions between the Vatican and the US administration.

International Business Times UK

Why Pope Leo has excommunicated a group of conservative Catholics

The decision by Pope Leo XIV to excommunicate members of the Society of Saint Pius X (SSPX) is the latest twist in a long-running saga between the Vatican and this contentious traditionalist group. It is yet more evidence of the deep polarisation between conservatives and progressives within the Catholic church.

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Vatican excommunicates Lefebvrists over unauthorised ordinations

It comes after the controversial ordination of four new bishops carried out without papal approval.

Euronews

Traditionalist SSPX Defies Pope Leo XIV by Consecrating 4 Bishops Without His Approval – What This Means

The unauthorised ceremony at the SSPX's Écône seminary echoes the group's historic 1988 split with Rome and has renewed fears of a deeper divide within the Catholic Church.

International Business Times UK

Rebel Catholic group defies Vatican

ECONE, Switzerland - An ultra-traditionalist breakaway Catholic group has consecrated four new bishops in defiance of Pope Leo XIV, who had pleaded with them to turn back from what he called a “schismatic act”.

Bangkok Post

Pope calls on Lefebvrists to halt bishop ordinations

The Pope has issued a direct and personal appeal, urging the traditionalists to return to full communion with the Catholic Church.

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Padre Pio Statue Appears to 'Weep Tears of Blood': Miracle or Hoax?

A statue of Saint Padre Pio in southern Italy reportedly shed a tear of blood, sparking debate between faith and skepticism. The Catholic Church is investigating the phenomenon for a possible natural explanation.

International Business Times UK

UFO Movie Disclosure Day Branded 'Scientology in Disguise' Over Striking Links to Church Teachings

The film 'Disclosure Day' is drawing comparisons to Scientology, with critics noting similarities in themes of spiritual awakening and hidden memories, despite no confirmed connection.

International Business Times UK

From ruin to restoration: Byzantine Greek Monastery becomes 'Art Reliquary' for spiritual works

The imposing, restored tower of Panachrantou Monastery has been transformed into “Art Reliquary – a gallery devoted to spiritual and contemporary creativity.”

Euronews

Loyalty to MAGA Over the Pope? Why 39% of Republican Catholics Think Vatican Is 'Too Critical' of Donald Trump

A Pew Research poll reveals a growing divide among Republican Catholics, with 39% believing the Vatican is too critical of Trump, following a public clash over Iran and immigration policies.

International Business Times UK

50 years later, Church of England apologises for separating unmarried mothers and children post WWII

The Church of England has issued a profound apology for its role in forcibly separating 185,000 children from unmarried mothers post-WWII. Archbishop Sarah Mullally expressed deep shame for the pain and stigma inflicted through "mother and baby homes.

The Times of India

Church of England apologises for ‘pain and trauma’ of forced adoption

Archbishop of Canterbury Dame Sarah Mullally said the impact on families had been “lifelong” for many and noted survivors having spoken of the ‘indignity’ they faced

The Independent UK

Church of England sorry for forced adoptions telling survivors ‘shame is ours’

The Church believes it is likely tens of thousands of mothers and babies were in Church of England-linked homes between 1949 and 1976.

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Fears to Fathom – Scratch Creek: Story and ending, explained

I'm never trusting a sat nav again.

The Independent UK

A Pentagon list overhaul puts Mormon church’s Christian identity back in the spotlight

The Pentagon’s recent revision to its list of Christian religions has reignited a long-standing debate about whether The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is a Christian denomination

France 24

Pope blesses Barcelona's Sagrada Familia’s Jesus Christ tower

Pope Leo XIV on Wednesday blessed the Sagrada Familia's soaring central Jesus Christ tower in Barcelona and celebrated Mass inside what is now the world's tallest church. The pope's visit during a week-long trip to Spain coincided with the 100th anniversary of architect Antoni Gaudi's death.

Euronews

Leo XIV and Bad Bunny meet at Bernabéu: faith and reggaeton cross paths in Madrid

After days of speculation that the Pontiff and the singer might cross paths while both were in Madrid, it has been confirmed that Leon XIV and Bad Bunny met on Monday after the “festival of faith” at the Bernabéu stadium.

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Pope meets abuse victims in Spain as some protest

Pope Leo says the numerous cases of sexual abuse within the Catholic Church are a "scourge" to be tackled with greater determination during a visit to Spain.

Reason

The Pentagon's New War - Canceling American Religion and American History

A guest post by Prof. Paul Finkelman.

Euronews

Pope Leo XIV denounces 'scourge' of sexual abuse before meeting victims in Spain

Speaking to reporters on the flight to Madrid on Saturday, the pope said the scandal of sexual violence was "still an open wound" for the Church.

Bangkok Post

Pope urges action on 'tragic drama' of migration

MADRID - Pope Leo XIV called for a global response to the "tragic drama" of migration and said world peace was a "true global imperative" in an unprecedented address to the Spanish parliament on Monday.

International Business Times UK

Monsignor Stephen Rossetti Removed as Exorcist After Claiming Most UFOs Are 'Demons'

A Washington priest was removed from his exorcism duties after linking UFOs to demonic presence, sparking debate on the intersection of faith and fringe theories.

The Independent UK

LDS groups and Utah Republicans rage as military no longer counts church as Christian under Hegseth religion list shake-up

Defense Department cut roughly 180 religion codes from previous list, with mostly Christian denominations remaining

Euronews

Pope Leo XIV calls for national reconciliation on his first day in Spain

Pope Leo XIV set foot on Spanish soil on Saturday 6 June, ending a fifteen‑year papal absence. Over 130,000 people greeted him in Madrid, where he warned against ready‑made ideologies and called for reconciliation.

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