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Lou Holtz, legendary Notre Dame football coach and outspoken Catholic, dies at 89
Lou Holtz, whose lengthy football coaching career included an undefeated championship season at the University of Notre Dame and who spoke regularly about his…
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Aceh Pastor Arrested for ‘Insulting Islam’
An Acehnese pastor, Dedi Saputra, has been detained by investigators with the Aceh Regional Police. The arrest was made after Saputra allegedly shared content…
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Christian Family Brutally Attacked in Central India
A mob of Hindu nationalists in central India attacked a Christian family after the family refused to deny Christ. The incident occurred on Feb.…
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Asian Catholics begin spiritual, logistical preparations for World Youth Day Seoul 2027
DHAKA, Bangladesh — Catholic youth across Bangladesh, India, and Nepal are preparing for World Youth Day 2027, scheduled for Aug. 3–8 in Seoul, South…
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European bishops: Women ‘should never feel compelled to abort’
The Catholic Church in Europe has firmly stated that abortion “is gravely contrary to the moral law” and maintained that women “should never feel…
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Pew report examines how people rate fellow citizens’ morals
A Pew Research Center study found Americans are more likely than people in other countries to question the morality of their fellow citizens.The report,…
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Catholic theologians urge Trump to follow just war doctrine as Iran conflict continues
The U.S. and Israel launched joint military strikes on the Islamic Republic of Iran last weekend, prompting the regime to retaliate with drone and…
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Christians in South Lebanon refuse to leave their towns as war escalates
The war with Iran has opened a new chapter of violence for Lebanon, leaving the country once more in the familiar chaos, hardship, and…
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Tending to the Wounded on the Frontlines
On Sunday, Jan. 18, Pastor Jagadish Mishra prepared to lead a worship service at his home in Odisha, India, with his wife and their…
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Holy See to UN: Christians are the most persecuted community in the world
Speaking at a conference in Geneva on March 3, Archbishop Ettore Balestrero, the permanent observer of the Holy See to the United Nations since…
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A Persecution Perspective in the St. Paul Protests
By Dr. Greg Cochran, ICC Fellow The recent arrest of former CNN anchor Don Lemon reignited the debate regarding immigration enforcement in Minnesota. The…
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Southern Arabia Vicariate marks 10 years since Yemen Missionaries of Charity martyrdom
On the 10th anniversary of the martyrdom of four Missionaries of Charity and members of the laity in Yemen, Bishop Paolo Martinelli, apostolic vicar…
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In the Shadow of the Cross
By Pieter Vermeulen, ICC Board Member In much of the Western world, believers are not imprisoned for their faith. They are not dragged before…
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Locals Protest Church’s Renovation in Indonesia
About 70 residents visited the HKBP Kulim Jaya Church in Riau, Indonesia, on Feb. 25 to demand a stop to its renovations. Twenty locals…
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We Must Not Ignore Christian Persecution in Ethiopia
By Dr. Greg Cochran, ICC Fellow Nigeria’s continued presence on the Countries of Particular Concern list is a good sign that religious liberty still…
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Lebanon’s patriarchs and bishops: ‘Persevere in prayer for peace’
As the Middle East reels under the weight of an increasingly complex war, Lebanese civilians once again find themselves paying the price of a…
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Austrian nuns who escaped nursing home reject compromise offer
Three Augustinian nuns (pictured on Sept. 16, 2025) fled their nursing home and returned to their convent in Austria. / Credit: Courtesy of Nonnen_Goldenstein…
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How Knock Shrine led a priest to build a successful airport
Ireland West Airport in Knock, Ireland. / Credit: Photo courtesy of Ireand West Airport Knock Dublin, Ireland, Nov 29, 2025 / 06:00 am (CNA).…
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