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- 1Report: Hundreds of Catholic Clerics Abused Children in Massachusetts●Hundreds of Catholic Clerics Abused Children in Massachusetts, Report Says https://www.nytimes.com/2026/09/30/us/catholi
A new report says hundreds of Catholic clerics abused children in Massachusetts, adding to the state's long history of clergy abuse scandals that first drew global attention in the early 2000s. The findings are renewing calls for accountability and transparency from the Archdiocese of Boston and prompting fresh debate about how the Church handles abuse cases.
- 2Catholic actor launches sketch comedy series to evangelize through laughter▼Catholic actor’s new sketch comedy series evangelizes through laughter
A Catholic actor has launched a new sketch comedy series that aims to share the faith through humor. The project is framed as a form of evangelization, using comedy to reach audiences who might not otherwise engage with religious content, according to OSV News coverage.
- 3Massachusetts report finds nearly 1,000 children abused by Catholic clergy●Catholic clergy sexually abused nearly 1,000 Massachusetts children over decades, report finds https://www. theguardian.
A new report finds Catholic clergy in Massachusetts sexually abused nearly 1,000 children over several decades, renewing attention on the scale of abuse and institutional cover-up in the state where the scandal first drew worldwide scrutiny in the early 2000s. Commenters are sharing the findings and pressing questions about accountability for the Archdiocese of Boston and church leadership.
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Attention is again focused on horrors associated with the Catholic Church, with audiences widely engaging with content cataloguing abuses and scandals tied to the institution. The discussion reflects long-running anger over clerical abuse cases, institutional cover-ups, and historical wrongs, and renewed calls for accountability and reform from within and outside the Church.
- 5Brazil's presidential candidates court the evangelical vote▼Why are presidential candidates chasing the evangelical vote in Catholic-majority Brazil? Home to more than 100 million
Despite Brazil's status as the world's most Catholic nation, with more than 100 million faithful, presidential candidates in the upcoming election are actively courting evangelical voters. Observers note the growing political weight of evangelical communities, whose turnout and influence increasingly shape campaign strategies in a traditionally Catholic-majority country.
- 6Catholic Churches Turn to Tap-to-Donate During Mass▼Credit Card Collections? Catholic Churches Use Tap Technology During Mass to Capture Cashless Donations
Catholic parishes are installing contactless payment terminals so worshippers can make collections donations by card, phone or smartwatch during Mass, as fewer people carry cash. National Catholic Register reports on the spread of tap-to-give technology in churches and the debate over whether electronic giving fits traditional worship.
- 7Vermont Catholic Diocese Seeks to Dismiss Two-Year-Old Bankruptcy Case▼In a surprise move, Vermont’s Roman Catholic Diocese seeks to dismiss its 2-year-old bankruptcy case
The Roman Catholic Diocese of Burlington, Vermont, has filed to dismiss the bankruptcy case it launched two years ago. The move came as a surprise to observers, and details on the diocese's reasons or how it would resolve outstanding claims, including any abuse-related liabilities, have not yet been laid out.
- 8GDPR rules apply to Catholic Church baptism registers▼GDPR rules also apply to baptism registers of catholic church
The Catholic Church's baptism registers fall under GDPR data protection rules, meaning parishes must handle baptismal records according to the same privacy standards as any other organisation processing personal data. This includes obligations around access, correction and deletion requests, which can raise sensitive questions for a religious institution holding records of sacraments received, sometimes long ago, about living and deceased individuals alike.
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A new report says hundreds of Catholic clergy abused children in Massachusetts, adding to the long record of clerical abuse in the state where the scandal first drew worldwide attention two decades ago. The findings are renewing calls for accountability from the Archdiocese of Boston and keeping the Catholic Church abuse crisis at the center of public debate.
- 10LGBTQ Catholic pilgrims trace HIV/AIDS history in New York▼In New York, LGBTQ Catholic pilgrims connect to a history of HIV/AIDS, perseverance
A group of LGBTQ Catholic pilgrims traveled through New York, connecting their faith to the city's history of the HIV/AIDS crisis and the perseverance of those who lived through it. The pilgrimage highlighted how queer Catholics have long fought for acceptance within the Church while mourning and caring for their community during the epidemic.
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St. Sharbel Maronite Catholic Church is hosting its 2026 festival, a community cultural and religious celebration. The church, which serves the Maronite Catholic community, welcomed visitors for the event, drawing local attention to its traditions, food and heritage. Details on dates and programming remain limited in early coverage.
- 12Report finds Catholic clergy abused nearly 1,000 Massachusetts children●Catholic clergy sexually abused nearly 1,000 Massachusetts children over decades, report finds https://www.theguardian.c
A new report finds Catholic clergy sexually abused nearly 1,000 children in Massachusetts over several decades, according to the Guardian. The findings add to a long record of clergy abuse scandals in the state, where the Boston Globe's 2002 Spotlight investigation first exposed widespread cover-ups by church leaders. Reactions are renewing calls for accountability and reform.
- 13Why is France's Gen Z turning to Catholicism?●Why is France's Gen Z turning to Catholicism? • FRANCE 24 English
A growing number of young French adults are converting to or re-embracing Catholicism, a shift highlighted by FRANCE 24's coverage of the trend. Reports point to young people seeking meaning, tradition and community in a secular society, with baptisms and church attendance among Gen Z rising despite France's broader religious decline.
- 14Nigerian bishop warns digital distractions threaten prayer and silence▼Digital distractions could erode silence needed for prayer, Nigerian Catholic bishop warns At the seventh annual general
Bishop Anselm Umoren told the seventh annual general assembly of the Archdiocese of Abuja that constant digital distractions could erode the silence Christians need for prayer. He challenged believers to reflect on how they can preserve their faith amid rapid technological change, urging deliberate protection of quiet time for spiritual life.
- 15Poll asks if tech philosophies beat traditional religions●Follow-up poll… Are newer tech-related philosophies/beliefs better or worse than traditional religions? Is EA better tha
An online poll is asking whether newer technology-related belief systems are better or worse than traditional religions, pairing effective altruism against Buddhism and Catholicism against transhumanism. The comparison has drawn debate, with respondents weighing the ethics and practical impact of emerging tech-adjacent philosophies against centuries-old faith traditions.
- 16New Book Honors Italian Bishop Who Shaped South Sudan Vocations●New Book on Italian Catholic Bishop Who Shaped Vocations in South Sudan Lauded as “remembrance of ancestors”
A new book about an Italian Catholic bishop who played a key role in fostering priestly vocations in South Sudan has been welcomed by readers in the region, who describe it as a fitting "remembrance of ancestors" for his contribution to the local Church. The publication, covered by ACI Africa, highlights his lasting influence on Catholic clergy formation in the young nation.