Excommunicated Catholic deacon still waiting on overdue appeal outcome after his son was molested by priest
A Louisiana man is awaiting a response from the Vatican regarding his appeal against his excommunication after a priest molested his son.
Catholic bishop wants to bypass celibacy. Will the Vatican turn a blind eye?
A Belgian bishop plans to ordain married men to address the shortage of priests, despite facing potential excommunication due to church regulations.
The Lefebvrians Will Ordain Bishops Without the Pope's Permission and Are on the Brink of Schism
The Lefebvrians have announced plans to ordain bishops without the Pope's permission, acknowledging that this act will lead to excommunication and essentially mark them as a schismatic group.
Trasmoz, the town that the Church excommunicated and no Pope has lifted the punishment yet
The article discusses the Aragonese town of Trasmoz, which was excommunicated by the Catholic Church in the 13th century, and despite nearly a hundred Popes since, none have lifted the punishment.
The priest who criticized the Church was called a heretic. Today many celebrate him
The article discusses the legacy of Martin Luther, who was excommunicated by Pope Leo X on this day in 1521, highlighting the ensuing religious tensions and the rise of Protestantism.