Police drop investigation into vandalization of Nebraska Blessed Mother statue — By: Catholic News Agency

The statue of the Blessed Mother pictured before the incident on its pedestal in front of the headquarters of Catholic Social Services of Southern Nebraska. / Credit: Catholic Social Services of Southern Nebraska Washington, D.C. Newsroom, Feb 14, 2024 / 14:45 pm (CNA). A local police investigation into the vandalization of a Blessed Virgin Mary…

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‘This is about killing people’: Leading voice against euthanasia warns of pro-euthanasia efforts — By: Catholic News Agency

Executive Director of the Euthanasia Prevention Coalition Alex Schadenberg speaks with “EWTN News Nightly” Host Tracy Sabol on Feb. 13, 2024. / Credit: “EWTN News Nightly” CNA Staff, Feb 14, 2024 / 15:30 pm (CNA). The director of the Euthanasia Prevention Coalition (EPC) said during an appearance on EWTN this week that Catholics must be…

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This weekend’s New York Encounter: Come ‘verify that our soul is still there’  — By: Catholic News Agency

The New York Encounter, a three-day cultural festival taking place Feb. 16-18, 2024, will examine the theme “Tearing Open the Sleeping Soul” with panels, exhibitions, and artistic performances. / Credit: The New York Encounter CNA Staff, Feb 14, 2024 / 13:15 pm (CNA). “Ultimately, the New York Encounter is just that, it’s an encounter —…

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Nearly 3 dozen Christians have died in Gaza Strip amid Israel-Hamas war, aid group says — By: Catholic News Agency

Smoke billows over the northern Gaza Strip during Israeli bombardment from southern Israel on Dec.14, 2023, amid continuing battles between Israel and the Palestinian militant group Hamas. / Credit: JACK GUEZ/AFP via Getty Images CNA Staff, Feb 14, 2024 / 11:20 am (CNA). Nearly three dozen Christians have lost their lives in the Gaza Strip…

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