Paris climate deal exit 'deeply troubling' to Catholic leaders
Updated: Despite urging from allies, corporate leaders' calls and a not-so-subtle papal gift, President Trump has announced U.S. withdrawal from global climate accord.
Politics
Trump's evangelical supporters disappointed about Israel embassy decision
President Trump’s decision to maintain the U.S. Embassy in Tel Aviv has disappointed conservative Christians who were counting on him to make good on a key campaign promise.
But many expect that the long-awaited move will still occur and seem to give him the benefit of the doubt on the need to at least delay relocating the U.S. mission to Jerusalem given the realities of peacemaking in the Middle East.
Trump administration reversing Obamacare’s birth control mandate
The Trump administration is moving to reverse the Affordable Care Act's requirement that most employers provide free coverage of birth control to their employees.
Former Panamanian dictator Manuel Noriega dies at 83
Manuel Noriega, a former U.S. ally who later became an enemy and dictator of Panama, died May 29 at age 83.
Editorial: Knights' monetary influence skews our church
We say: The degree of wealth the Knights of Columbus has amassed and the influence it exerts within the church, and in shaping the Catholic narrative raise serious questions.
Appeals court rules against President Trump's revised travel ban
A federal appeals court in Richmond has delivered yet another blow to President Trump's effort to institute a travel ban, making a final Supreme Court showdown more likely.
Can NATO survive Trump?
Distinctly Catholic: The NATO meetings are underway, and the Trump administration paved the way for less contentious time by releasing its budget blueprint ahead.
Trump's spiritual speech in Jerusalem short on substance, long on history
Jerusalem: President Donald Trump's speech at the Israel Museum May 23 put extra emphasis on spiritual themes, but experts are skeptical that Trump will be able to translate his lofty statements into concrete action.
Re-reading Laudato Si' ahead of the Trump-Francis visit
Eco Catholic: The two world leaders have near-polar-opposite viewpoints on a number of issues. Francis' and Trump's past words offer insight on what a climate conversation might entail.
Religious liberty debate: People 'in the middle' need to speak up, panelists say
Fordham University hosted a panel discussion about religious freedom. Speakers invoked the need for dialogue and the avoidance of stereotypes — and to not let extremists dominate the debate.
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June 16-29, 2017
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