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Gina Christian of OSV News catches you up on the Catholic stories of the day for January 23, 2025. In this episode: Vice President JD Vance will speak at the national March for Life Jan. 24. A new survey from Knights of Columbus-Marist Poll shows most Americans favor some restrictions on abortion (a practice has been condemned by the Catholic Church since the first century). Catholic bishops and immigration advocates continue to voice concern over Trump administration changes that would allow immigrants to be arrested in churches and schools. Filipino and other migrants in Hong Kong are bringing new life to parishes there, while Pope Francis sends a cautionary message on AI to leaders meeting at the World Economic Forum in Davos. Bishop Edward Malesic of Cleveland led 90 pilgrims from that diocese on a Jubilee Year pilgrimage to Rome. Tune in and visit us online at osvnews.com.

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Gina Christian of OSV News catches you up on the Catholic stories of the day for January 22, 2025. In this episode: Catholic immigration advocates are gravely concerned about Trump administration changes that would allow immigrants to be arrested in churches and schools. Archbishop Timothy Broglio, president of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops, issues a statement on Trump's numerous executive orders this week, stressing that in light of Catholic teaching, many of the orders -- especially those on immigration and the environment -- are "deeply troubling." Bishop Michael Burbidge of Arlington, Virginia issued a pastoral letter today on the wide-ranging dangers of IVF to the human family and society. Poland's bishops and Catholic leaders decry cuts to constitutionally guaranteed religious education in schools. With a ceasefire in place between Israel and Hamas, Holy Land leaders are urging tourists to return for pilgrimages. And in his weekly general audience, Pope Francis points to Mary as our model for trust in the Lord as our companion on life's journey. Tune in and visit us online at osvnews.com.

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Gina Christian of OSV News catches you up on the Catholic stories of the day for January 21, 2025. In this episode: Advocacy groups team up to file a legal challenge against President Donald Trump's order eliminating birthright citizenship, while a religious sister working at the U.S.-Mexico border shares with OSV News the anguish of stranded migrants as immigration appointments are cancelled. An African cardinal is pleading for restraint amid revenge killings in Sudan, and a controversial lay movement says it's being suppressed by Pope Francis, although the Vatican hasn't confirmed the move. Notre Dame's football team shares the triumph of faith amid defeat on the field. And, for the feast of St. Agnes, we take a look at what it means to be a consecrated virgin. Tune in and visit us online at osvnews.com.

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Gina Christian of OSV News catches you up on the Catholic stories of the day for January 20, 2025. In this episode: President Donald Trump is inaugurated, and Pope Francis sends greetings amid concerns over the new presidents plans for mass deportations. The pope also expressed his thankfulness over the Israel-Hamas ceasefire and hostage exchange. France's bishops express their sorrow and concern over new allegations of abuse by the late Abbé Pierre. The Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston, Texas welcomes a new archbishop, while retired Cardinal Wilton Gregory of Washington shared his thoughts with faithful on the legacy of MLK. Tune in and visit us online at osvnews.com.

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Gina Christian of OSV News catches you up on the Catholic stories of the day for January 17, 2025. In this episode: Syria's Christians remain cautious but hopeful as the HTS government, which overthrew longtime dictator Bashar al-Assad, promises to protect minority rights. Christians worldwide are ready to mark the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity (Jan. 18-25), with Catholic ecumenical experts sharing their hopes for progress in forging oneness among believers. Catholic prelates react to the announcement of the Israel-Hamas ceasefire and hostage exchange plan. Incoming President Donald Trump has said he'll sign some 100 executive orders upon taking office, including several on immigration, climate and gender policy. Animals receive a blessing at the Vatican, and the University of Notre Dame's football team are geared up with faith for their Jan. 20 playoff game against Ohio State. Tune in and visit us online at osvnews.com.

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Gina Christian of OSV News catches you up on the Catholic stories of the day for January 16, 2025. In this episode: A new 20-year report from the Center for Applied Research in the Apostolate at Georgetown University shows that real progress has been made in ending clerical abuse. The U.S. bishops have named five areas of concern for religious liberty, and Catholics rally around LA fire victims. Church leaders in Sudan are focusing on delivering humanitarian aid as the U.S. declares that nation is facing genocide. Some Vatican City State staffers with kids get a bonus from Pope Francis, while Vatican government officials roll out new guidelines for using AI. Tune in and visit us online at osvnews.com.

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Gina Christian of OSV News catches you up on the Catholic stories of the day for January 15, 2025. In this episode: A ceasefire and hostage exchange in the Israel-Hamas War, rising Christian persecution worldwide, and moments of faith and inspiration amid the ongoing Los Angeles wildfires. Also, Cuba looks to release more than 550 prisoners during the Jubilee Year, and newly installed Milwaukee Archbishop Jeffrey Grob says the Catholic Church needs to go forth, while remaining rooted in eternal truths. Tune in and visit us online at osvnews.com.

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Gina Christian of OSV News catches you up on the Catholic stories of the day for January 14, 2025. In this episode: Annunciation House, a Catholic nonprofit, goes before the Texas Supreme Court to defend its work on behalf of immigrants at the nation's southern border. Cardinal Joseph Tobin of Newark, Bishop Mark Seitz of El Paso and other Catholics gathered for an interfaith service ahead of mass deportation fears. In India, Syro-Malabar Catholics continue to hammer out disagreements over liturgical norms. Pope Francis released his autobiography today, France has a new minor basilica, and "The Rosary in a Year" podcast is hot on the Apple charts. Tune in and visit us online at osvnews.com.

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Gina Christian of OSV News catches you up on the Catholic stories of the day for January 13, 2025. In this episode: Faithful turn to Our Lady of Champion and other intercessors as the LA wildfires continue, while two kidnapped nuns in Nigeria were released unharmed today. Ukraine's foreign ministry calls on the world to stop Russia's brutal crackdown on religious freedom in occupied areas of Ukraine, now in the 11th year of a Russian invasion. As the nation's Catholic prepare for the Jan. 22 Day of Prayer for the Legal Protection of the Unborn, Bishop Daniel Thomas of Toledo points to the hope offered by the 2025 Jubilee Year, inviting all wounded by abortion to seek forgiveness and healing in Christ. Tune in and visit us online at osvnews.com.

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Gina Christian of OSV News catches you up on the Catholic stories of the day for January 10, 2025. In this episode: A deacon and parishioners save their parish church from the LA wildfires. In the nation's capital this week, the presidential election was certified and the late President Jimmy Carter was mourned. Pope Francis meets with Polish children battling cancer, calling them "friends of Jesus," and a Franciscan priest in Syria tells OSV News he's cautiously optimistic the new government will protect the rights of religious minorities. Tune in and visit us online at osvnews.com.