Arlington Catholic Herald

U.S. Catholic bishops: Church will not endorse political candidates despite IRS shift

By Tyler Arnold

The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops has confirmed that the Catholic Church will not endorse political candidates for public office, despite a tax code change that has allowed for houses of worship to make such endorsements.

7/10/25

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Clergy appointments

Most Reverend Michael F. Burbidge, Bishop of Arlington, has announced the following clergy appointments:

7/10/25

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Synod office provides guidelines to help local churches, bishops implement synodality

By Carol Glatz

VATICAN CITY — Local churches and bishops worldwide will be instrumental in helping implement the proposals and foster the spirit of the 2024 final document of the Synod of Bishops on synodality, the Vatican synod office said.

7/10/25

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Pope: Vatican still ready to host peace talks between Russia, Ukraine

By Carol Glatz

VATICAN CITY — Meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Pope Leo XIV reiterated his willingness to host representatives of Russia and Ukraine at the Vatican for peace negotiations.

7/9/25

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Clergy appointments

Most Reverend Michael F. Burbidge, Bishop of Arlington, has announced the following clergy appointments:

7/10/25

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Alexandria teen rallies hikers around the country for Texas flood victims

In response to the devastating floods that have swept through Kerr County, Texas, including the grounds of Camp Mystic, Mercy Trails is launching a nationwide call to action. Teens across the country will participate in a day of hiking July 12 in a movement called “Hike for Texas.”

7/8/25

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Benedictine hospitality and our furry friends

On a recent retreat with my wife, Katherine, to Holy Cross Abbey near Berryville, St. Benedict’s teachings on hospitality and the monks who practice them struck me. These historic and living commitments to generosity can shape how those of us outside cloisters encounter others — including homeless animals.

7/7/25

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Columns

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Trusting the mission

By Fr. Joseph M. Rampino

Fractured world, faithful conversations

By Elizabeth Foss

Don’t give up

By Christina Capecchi

Original nakedness

By Mary Beth Bonacci

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U.S. Catholic bishops: Church will not endorse political candidates despite IRS shift

7/10/25

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Pope Leo XIV’s hometown votes to purchase his childhood home

7/4/25

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Dominican Father Ambrose Little appointed director of Thomistic Institute

7/3/25

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Turn your Catholic idea into a thriving venture at SENT Summit

7/2/25

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National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception offers tours for deaf and blind visitors

6/27/25

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Global

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Synod office provides guidelines to help local churches, bishops implement synodality

7/10/25

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Pope: Vatican still ready to host peace talks between Russia, Ukraine

VATICAN CITY — Meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Pope Leo XIV reiterated his willingness to host representatives of Russia and Ukraine at the Vatican for peace negotiations.

7/9/25

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Pope’s prayer intention for July: That the faithful might again learn how to discern

VATICAN CITY — Pope Leo XIV's prayer intention for July is for expanded formation in discernment.

7/8/25

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After 12 years, locals welcome pope back to his summer home

CASTEL GANDOLFO, Italy — After more than a decade without its most famous vacationer, the quiet town of Castel Gandolfo once again counts the pope among its summer residents.

7/7/25

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The Kid’s Connection 07/03

The Kid’s Connection will capture the attention of your little ones. Click here to download the latest issue and please let us know on our social media if your kids succeed in solving it! We’d love to hear about it!

7/3/25

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New short film chronicles Pope Leo XIV’s Chicago life before papacy

From popping a wheelie in front of Pope Leo XIV’s childhood home to sitting in “the pope’s chair” at a favorite local pizzeria, filmmaker Rob Kaczmark appeared to be enjoying every stop along a tour of Pope Leo’s childhood stomping grounds in a new short film released by Spirit Juice, a Catholic production company.

6/23/25

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