Alleged terrorist who stabbed bishop diagnosed with schizophrenia
A teenager who stabbed a bishop in Sydney has been diagnosed with schizophrenia as part of an alleged terrorist attack.
Teen who stabbed Sydney bishop may have been psychotic at time, court hears
A teenager diagnosed with schizophrenia is being assessed for his mental state during the stabbing of a Sydney bishop, which is considered an alleged terrorist attack.
Pro-abortion Notre Dame professor withdraws from institute role after fierce criticism from bishop, cardinals
Susan Ostermann has decided not to take the role as director of the Liu Institute for Asia and Asian Studies at Notre Dame following backlash from conservative religious figures.
Bishop's Conference: Women Should Be Allowed to Preach in Catholic Masses
The newly elected chairman of the German Bishops' Conference, Bishop Heiner Wilmer, advocated for allowing women to preach in Catholic Masses while warning against the far-right AfD party during the conference meeting in Würzburg.
Bishops get tangled up with the Pope's warning about the far right and avoid denying it: 'I don't speak of private meetings'
Spanish bishops have avoided directly addressing Pope Francis's warnings about the rise of the far right during a press conference.
Bätzinga replaces Wilmer / A new leader of German bishops acts as a bridge between reformers and the Vatican
Germany's Catholic Church has elected Heiner Wilmer as its new supreme bishop amid tensions from the Synodal Way.
REACTION TO THE PRESIDENT'S SPEECH ⟩ Joel Luhamets: the speech echoed serious gratitude, care, and concern for our people
Emeritus bishop Joel Luhamets reflects on the president's speech expressing deep gratitude and concern for the Estonian population's declining numbers.
Chairman of the KBS on the 4th Anniversary of the War in Ukraine / Acts of Compassion and Material Assistance – Especially in This Freezing Period – Should Be a Concrete Expression of the Civilization of Love
Bishop Bernard Bober emphasized the importance of compassion and material aid during the 4th anniversary of the war in Ukraine, advocating for Europe's return to foundational values for peace.
Bishop Conference: Church in the People
The new head of the Bishop's Conference in Germany faces the challenge of managing both church politics and theological tensions while balancing his role as a diocese leader.
Bishop Košić received the organizers of the men's rosary in the squares
Bishop Vlado Košić of Sisak met with representatives of the 'Be Men' initiative and the 'Knights of the Immaculate Heart of Mary' brotherhood, expressing support for their activities promoting prayer and Catholic values.
Catholic Church: He can drive a tractor and theology. And he is also considered progressive
Heiner Wilmer, newly appointed Bishop of Hildesheim, balances his rural roots with progressive views in the Catholic Church.
Abascal says the Pope's warning about the far-right is 'an invention by a bishop who collaborates with immigration'
Santiago Abascal, leader of Vox, dismisses Pope Francis' concern about the rise of the far-right, calling it a fabrication by a collaborating bishop.
Finnish Bishop / Masses are full, we have to rent churches from Lutherans. Many people come to the church because they need a family
Finnish Bishop Raimo Goyarrola highlights the growing interest in Catholicism amid increasing attendance in a context where the Catholic Church represents a small minority.
Evangelical bishop is suspected of sending intimate photos to teenagers in Cidade Ocidental
An evangelical bishop in Cidade Ocidental, Brazil, is under investigation for allegedly sending intimate photos to teenagers, with reports indicating the abuse began in 2014.
Fake bishop celebrates baptism at chapel in Graças; 'seriously illegal act', says Archdiocese of Olinda and Recife
A fake bishop conducted an unauthorized baptism at the Nossa Senhora dos Aflitos chapel in Recife, prompting the Archdiocese to denounce the act as seriously illegal.
Chair of the Bishops' Conference: Who Will Succeed Bätzing?
The German bishops are set to elect a new chairman, with no clear favorite emerging and the need for Italian language skills being highlighted.
Bishop Barron: AOC mocks Western culture — Marx would love that, but I find it chilling
Bishop Barron critiques AOC's remarks on Western culture, aligning with Secretary Rubio's view on the importance of cultural and religious values in society.
The dead help heal and small change in a blessed water vessel: how Christianity and folklore 'interplay' in Stirniene
In Stirniene, a small and sparsely populated village in Latvia, the intertwining of Christian and folk traditions is highlighted through the local legacy of Bishop Boļeslavs Sloskāns, who may soon be recognized as a saint.
The German Who Chose Estonia's Fate and Died a Martyr: Bishop Eduard Profittlich
Today marks the remembrance day of Bishop Eduard Profittlich, a German who chose to stay in Estonia and share the fate of its vulnerable people, ultimately sacrificing his life.
Bishop of Lincoln arrested on suspicion of sexual assault
The Bishop of Lincoln, Stephen Conway, has been arrested amid allegations of sexual assault dating from 2018 to 2025 and has been suspended from his duties.
Bishop of Lincoln arrested on suspicion of sexual assault
Bishop Stephen Conway of Lincoln has been arrested on suspicion of sexual assault and suspended from his duties as a result of an investigation into allegations made against him.
Bishop presents a shirt from XV de Piracicaba to Pope Leon XIV during a meeting at the Vatican
The bishop of Piracicaba, Dom Devair Araújo da Fonseca, gifted a personalized shirt of XV de Piracicaba to Pope Leon XIV during a meeting in the Vatican.
Calendar: Who Celebrates Today, February 20, 2026
Today, February 20, 2026, the Orthodox Church commemorates Saint Leo the Wonderworker, Bishop of Catania, along with various saints and martyrs known for their faith and piety.
With an excommunicated bishop, Mel Gibson shoots the sequel to 'The Passion of the Christ' in Italy
Mel Gibson begins filming the sequel to 'The Passion of the Christ' in Italy, featuring excommunicated Archbishop Carlo Maria Viganò as a religious advisor.
Mel Gibson shoots in Italy the sequel to 'The Passion of Christ' with an excommunicated bishop
Mel Gibson is filming the sequel to 'The Passion of Christ' in Italy with excommunicated bishop Carlo Maria Viganò.
Bishop of Aguascalientes criticizes the 'therian' movement: 'They denigrate human dignity'
The Bishop of Aguascalientes, Juan Espinoza Jiménez, has condemned the therians movement for what he perceives as a degradation of human dignity and identity.
Mel Gibson is filming in Italy the sequel to 'The Passion of Christ' with an excommunicated bishop
Mel Gibson has returned to Italy to film the sequel to 'The Passion of Christ', now working with excommunicated bishop Carlo Maria Viganò.
US Catholic diocese to pay nearly R$ 1 billion to settle sexual abuse lawsuits
A Catholic diocese in New Jersey has agreed to pay $180 million to settle hundreds of sexual abuse lawsuits involving incidents from the 1970s and 1980s.
In Poland, a Catholic Bishop is on Trial for Concealing Pedophilia
A Polish bishop is facing trial for allegedly failing to report instances of abuse by clergy, making him the first bishop in the country to be charged with such an offense.
New Jersey Catholic diocese agrees to $180M settlement with survivors of alleged clergy sex abuse
The Diocese of Camden in New Jersey has reached a $180 million settlement with hundreds of survivors of clergy sexual abuse, marking a significant development in the long-standing issue of church abuse in the region.
Poland: A bishop is prosecuted on charges of covering up sexual abuse of children by priests
A Polish bishop is on trial for allegedly covering up sexual abuse by priests in his diocese, marking a historic moment in Poland's handling of clerical abuse cases.
The First Such Trial in the Polish Church. Bishop: Paradoxically, I am Accused for My Zeal
A historic trial has commenced in Poland where Bishop Andrzej Jeż is accused of failing to report sexual abuse by two priests under his authority.
Bishop Jeż on trial for pedophilia. He delayed reporting to the prosecutor's office
Bishop Andrzej Jeż is on trial for delaying the reporting of alleged pedophilia cases within his diocese, potentially affecting the justice for many victims.
Bishop Košić on Mega Poultry Farms: Development Yes, But It Must Be in Service of Humanity and the Common Good
Bishop Vlado Košić of the Sisak Diocese emphasizes the need for caution and transparency regarding large poultry farm projects, advocating for development that respects human dignity and local community futures.
Bishop Zornoza on the verge of trial: the Rota asks the Vatican to judge the prelate of Cádiz for pedophilia
Bishop Rafael Zornoza is close to facing trial by ecclesiastical courts for alleged sexual abuse of minors during his tenure as rector of the Getafe seminary.
Polish Bishop is Criminally Prosecuted for Concealing Child Abuse by Clergy
A Polish bishop is being prosecuted for allegedly concealing cases of sexual abuse of children by priests in his diocese, marking a significant moment for the Polish Catholic Church.
Spaniards trust a bishop more than an influencer or politician
A recent study indicates that Spaniards have a higher level of trust in bishops than in influencers and politicians.
Bishop Milan Lach / If you don't eat meat but harm people, your fast is pointless; fast from anger, judgment, and grumbling
Bishop Milan Lach emphasizes the importance of spiritual fasting and repentance over merely abstaining from food, highlighting the need for compassion and self-improvement during the fasting period.
'Holiday romance turned my life upside down - then came jaw-dropping phone call'
Les Bishop shares how a holiday romance in Turkey with Tina transformed his life and led to an unexpected phone call years later that changed everything.
Archbishop of Salvador is confirmed by Pope Leo XIV in the body responsible for the appointment of bishops worldwide
Cardinal Dom Sergio da Rocha, Archbishop of Salvador and Primate of Brazil, has been appointed as a member of the Dicastery for Bishops by Pope Leo XIV, responsible for assisting the pope in the selection of new bishops worldwide.
'I couldn't get NHS dentist so took 14 trains and buses to Turkey for treatment'
Nick Bishop, a 65-year-old man, traveled to Turkey for dental treatment after being unable to find an NHS dentist and afford private care in the UK.
Stanić: Encouragement from the Bishop's Consecration
The article discusses the tension between the Catholic Church's role as a social institution versus its spiritual mission, particularly in the context of recent bishop consecrations.
The Consequence of Liberal Policies: Every Sixth Child in Ireland is Aborted
A bishop in Ireland has warned that the country has lost 300 primary school classes in one year due to abortion, highlighting the societal impact of this trend.
2026: Vote during elections, Bishop urges Osun residents
The Catholic Bishop of Osogbo has urged residents of Osun State to participate in the upcoming governorship election and to vote according to their conscience.
I, a bishop investigated and then acquitted, explain why separation is necessary
Bishop Giovanni D’Ercole discusses the Italian justice reform and the misconceptions surrounding it, arguing for the necessity of the separation of powers within the context of the current referendum campaign.
"He Knew, He Did Not Say". The First Bishop Will Answer for Covering Up Pedophilia
The first Polish bishop, Andrzej J., faces trial for enabling the cover-up of child sexual abuse within his diocese.
Pope Leo XIV appoints auxiliary bishop for the Archdiocese of Natal
Pope Leo XIV has appointed Monsignor José Sílvio de Brito as the auxiliary bishop of the Archdiocese of Natal, fulfilling a request from Archbishop Dom João Santos Cardoso.
VIDEO: Bishop from the interior of SP meets Pope Leo XIV for the first time at the Vatican: 'Diocese has been praying for your pontificate'
Bishop Dom Luiz Antonio Ricci from Itapetininga, SP, had his first audience with Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican, where he expressed greetings and congratulations on the Pope's leadership.
'Enchanted' village with some of the best views in the country is 'must-visit'
The article highlights Bishop Wilton, a picturesque village in the Yorkshire Wolds known for its stunning views and outdoor activities.
Fyn provost relieved of duty
Provost Finn Rønnow from the largest deanery in Funen, Hjallese Deanery, has been relieved of his duties by Bishop Mads Davidsen, amid a personnel matter.