Vatican issues universal norms for reports of abuse of minors, seminarians, and religious

Pope Francis promulgated the law May 9 via a motu proprio, titled, “Vos estis lux mundi” (“You are the light of the world”)

By: Catholic News Service (CNS)

Nation and world briefs

Called the ‘Uber evangelist’ by his pastor, Deacon Paul Brancheau offers advice and encouragement in faith

Not ruling on apparitions, pope allows pilgrimages to Medjugorje

Spokesman said Church-sponsored pilgrimages must ‘avoid creating confusion or ambiguity from the doctrinal point of view.’

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Pro-life leaders applaud passage of abortion bill in Alabama

Bill that would ban abortion in nearly all circumstances now moves to governor

By: Catholic News Service (CNS)