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Pope Leo XIV's first apostolic exhortation Dilexi Te ("I have loved you"), was promulgated Oct. 9, the feast day of St. John Henry Newman. Here are nine things to know about the document.

9 things to know about 'Dilexi Te,' Pope Leo's first apostolic exhortation

Pope Leo XIV's first apostolic exhortation Dilexi Te ("I have loved you"), was promulgated Oct. 9, the feast day of St. John Henry Newman. Here are nine things to know about the document.

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National Catholic Reporter @ncronline.bsky.social · 17h

The protection of libraries and the stories they hold should be understood as a wider commitment of our communities to religious freedom.

Faith communities have a critical role in defending our nation's libraries

The protection of libraries and the stories they hold should be understood as a wider commitment of our communities to religious freedom.

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National Catholic Reporter @ncronline.bsky.social · 23h

BREAKING: Pope Leo XIV bluntly called out inequality and indifference to the plight of the poor in the first major teaching document of his pontificate.

Pope Leo blasts elitism, indifference toward poor in first major document

"I am convinced that the preferential choice for the poor is a source of extraordinary renewal both for the church and for society," the pope wrote in Dilexi Te.

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National Catholic Reporter @ncronline.bsky.social · 1d

The Texas bishop on the front lines of the U.S. immigration crackdown met Wednesday with Pope Leo XIV and brought him a packet of letters from immigrant families "terrorized" by fear that they and their loved ones will be rounded up and deported as the Trump administration's tactics grow combative.

El Paso bishop brings Pope Leo XIV desperate letters from migrants in crosshairs of US crackdown

The Texas bishop on the front lines of the U.S. immigration crackdown met Wednesday with Pope Leo XIV and brought him a packet of letters from immigrant families "terrorized" by fear that they and the...

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National Catholic Reporter @ncronline.bsky.social · 1d

Those who hoped that Pope Leo XIV would back away from Pope Francis' concerns about global warming and the environment were severely disappointed last week. https://bit.ly/3KHhHnZ

Pope Leo embraces Francis' concerns on global warming and the environment

Those who hoped that Pope Leo XIV would back away from Pope Francis' concerns about global warming and the environment were severely disappointed last week. Instead, Leo firmly embraced the environmen...

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National Catholic Reporter @ncronline.bsky.social · 1d

Last month, the Rev. David Black stood in front of a Chicago-area U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement facility and spread his arms wide.

In Chicago, clergy and faith-based protesters say ICE is threatening their religious freedom

Despite potential danger, religious leaders and faith activists have been a visible presence at Chicago-area ICE protests, some waving signs with slogans such as 'Love thy neighbor' and 'Who would Jes...

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National Catholic Reporter @ncronline.bsky.social · 1d

The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops announced Oct. 6 that the bishops will vote for chairmen-elect for six standing committees during their upcoming 2025 plenary assembly in Baltimore in November.

USCCB announces nominees for chairmen-elect for six standing committees

The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops announced Oct. 6 that the bishops will vote for chairmen-elect for six standing committees during their upcoming 2025 plenary assembly in Baltimore in November.

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National Catholic Reporter @ncronline.bsky.social · 1d

Technology can help chaplains reach more people through secure communication or virtual visits, says career Navy chaplain Cynthia Kane, but it cannot replace the sacramental presence or the bond formed when someone stands beside you in the hardest moments.

Navy chaplain: Spiritual care must be at the core of military planning

Technology can help chaplains reach more people through secure communication or virtual visits, says career Navy chaplain Cynthia Kane, but it cannot replace the sacramental presence or the bond forme...

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National Catholic Reporter @ncronline.bsky.social · 2d

A majority of the court's six conservative judges questioned arguments that the state law does not infringe on freedom of speech and the First Amendment by engaging in viewpoint discrimination.

Supreme Court justices seem skeptical of Colorado's ban on conversion therapy

A majority of the court's six conservative judges questioned arguments that the state law does not infringe on freedom of speech and the First Amendment by engaging in viewpoint discrimination.

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National Catholic Reporter @ncronline.bsky.social · 2d

The UK-based anti-landmines group was honored with the 2025 Conrad N. Hilton Humanitarian Prize, the world's largest annual humanitarian award for nonprofits.

2025 Hilton Humanitarian Prize awarded to Mines Advisory Group

The UK-based anti-landmines group was honored with the 2025 Conrad N. Hilton Humanitarian Prize, the world's largest annual humanitarian award for nonprofits.

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National Catholic Reporter @ncronline.bsky.social · 2d

Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro on Monday said he has asked Pope Leo XIV to help maintain peace in the South American country. https://bit.ly/4q0dA6K

President Maduro asks Pope Leo XIV to help maintain peace in Venezuela

Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro on Monday said he has asked Pope Leo XIV to help maintain peace in the South American country. Maduro's comments come as the United States military continues to str...

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National Catholic Reporter @ncronline.bsky.social · 2d

As the Pontifical Commission for the Protection Minors concluded its Sept. 29-Oct. 3 assembly in Kraków, "following five days of intensive dialogue, reflection and strategic planning," it prepares to publish its second annual report Oct. 16.

Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors will focus its new report on reparations

As the Pontifical Commission for the Protection Minors concluded its Sept. 29-Oct. 3 assembly in Kraków, "following five days of intensive dialogue, reflection and strategic planning," it prepares to ...

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National Catholic Reporter @ncronline.bsky.social · 2d

Pope Leo XIV has begun correcting some of Pope Francis' more questionable financial reforms and decisions, canceling a law Monday that had concentrated financial power in the Vatican bank.

Pope Leo XIV starts to correct some of Francis' more problematic financial decisions

Pope Leo XIV has begun correcting some of Pope Francis' more questionable financial reforms and decisions, canceling a law Monday that had concentrated financial power in the Vatican bank.

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National Catholic Reporter @ncronline.bsky.social · 2d

Sr. Rosily Kolencherry has organized more than 60,000 women into self-help groups across Bihar state, empowering them to tackle social issues and launch income-generating projects during her four decades of ministry in eastern India.

Q&A with Sr. Rosily Kolencherry, supporting tribal families in eastern India

Holy Cross Sister finds spiritual growth in ministry working for social and economically disadvantaged families for 33 years.

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National Catholic Reporter @ncronline.bsky.social · 2d

The "godfather of AI" says that as AI threatens to wipe out humanity, we need to build into it "maternal instincts" so "they really care about people."

Hail AI, full of grace! Catholic thoughts on Blessed Motherbot

The "godfather of AI" says that as AI threatens to wipe out humanity, we need to build into it "maternal instincts" so "they really care about people."

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National Catholic Reporter @ncronline.bsky.social · 2d

The Belém, Brazil summit, scheduled for November, is expected to be one of the most consequential climate gatherings since COP21, which culminated in the 2015 Paris Agreement.

Church, government leaders set sights on COP30 at Vatican climate meeting

The Belém, Brazil summit, scheduled for November, is expected to be one of the most consequential climate gatherings since COP21, which culminated in the 2015 Paris Agreement.

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National Catholic Reporter @ncronline.bsky.social · 2d

Pope Leo XIV will travel to Turkey and Lebanon for the first international trip of his pontificate, the Vatican announced on Tuesday, positioning him as a bridge-builder in a region with ongoing political and religious tensions.

Pope Leo's first international trip officially set for Turkey, Lebanon

Leo's long-expected first international trip as pope marks the 1,700th anniversary of the Council of Nicaea and will have a focus on dialogue between Christians and with those of other faiths.

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National Catholic Reporter @ncronline.bsky.social · 3d

"It is unacceptable and unjustifiable to reduce human beings to mere 'collateral damage'" in Israel's stated goal of destroying Hamas, said Cardinal Pietro Parolin, the Vatican secretary of state.

Top Vatican official sees 'perverse spiral of hatred' in Israel-Gaza war

The recognition of Palestine in late September by France, the United Kingdom, Canada and Australia was a positive development, Vatican Secretary of State Cardinal Pietro Parolin said, "but we note wit...

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National Catholic Reporter @ncronline.bsky.social · 3d

At the Red Mass celebrated on the day before the Supreme Court's new term, Washington Cardinal Robert McElroy emphasized that "men and women of the law are architects of hope by reason of their vocation."

Men, women in the law can be 'architects of hope' to nation, cardinal says at Red Mass

At the Red Mass celebrated on the day before the Supreme Court's new term, Washington Cardinal Robert McElroy emphasized that "men and women of the law are architects of hope by reason of their vocati...

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National Catholic Reporter @ncronline.bsky.social · 3d

"Many questions remain unanswered, and much still needs to be defined. We must not delude ourselves, but we are pleased that something new and positive is on the horizon," Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa said in an Oct. 5 statement.

Cardinal Pizzaballa welcomes ceasefire talks as first step, urges prayer, perseverance

"Many questions remain unanswered, and much still needs to be defined. We must not delude ourselves, but we are pleased that something new and positive is on the horizon," Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzab...

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National Catholic Reporter @ncronline.bsky.social · 3d

The constitutionality of a Colorado law that bans so-called "conversion therapy" is scheduled to go before the Supreme Court on Oct. 7, 2025.

Supreme Court to decide if Colorado's law banning conversion therapy violates free speech

The question at the center of the case, Chiles v. Salazar, is whether a therapist who uses talk therapy to try to convince minors to change their sexual orientation or gender identity is protected by ...

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National Catholic Reporter @ncronline.bsky.social · 3d

Where a baby happens to be born should not determine his or her access to safe, clean conditions to come into the world. Every birth, every baby, is a miracle from God, and we should treat it as such.

The promise of life begins with clean birth kits

Where a baby happens to be born should not determine his or her access to safe, clean conditions to come into the world. Every birth, every baby, is a miracle from God, and we should treat it as such.

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National Catholic Reporter @ncronline.bsky.social · 3d

The world's oldest army has new uniforms.

The Swiss Guards have a new uniform. Don't worry, the iconic one remains.

The pope's army on Oct. 2 unveiled an additional uniform for nonceremonial, formal occasions, such as a diplomatic reception or official dinner outside the Vatican walls.

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National Catholic Reporter @ncronline.bsky.social · 3d

A prominent cleric in Armenia was sentenced to two years in prison Oct. 3 after being found guilty of calling for an overthrow of the government.

Armenian archbishop sentenced to 2 years in prison over alleged coup plot

The Armenian Apostolic Church condemned the verdict as politically motivated, describing it as "one of the clear manifestations of the authorities' anti-church campaign."

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National Catholic Reporter @ncronline.bsky.social · 3d

"A government shutdown jeopardizes the health and stability of millions of families — especially those living paycheck to paycheck and communities that depend on essential services," Haddad said in an Oct. 1 statement. https://bit.ly/47hOhVp

Monday Starter: Sisters, advocacy groups fear impact of US government shutdown

Plus, the relics of St. Thérèse of Lisieux begin US tour at a Detroit parish.

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