Daily Catholic News – September 25, 2025

In a recent development at Georgetown University, the nation’s oldest Catholic and Jesuit institution, police are investigating the distribution of flyers recruiting for a far-left gun group linked to violence. The investigation is ongoing and the university has yet to issue a statement.

In the UK, Cardinal Vincent Nichols has condemned the misuse of Christian symbols and language for political purposes. The Cardinal’s comments come in the wake of a “Unite the Kingdom” rally where protesters were seen waving the Union Jack and St. George’s Cross flags, symbols often associated with Christianity. Nichols emphasized the importance of maintaining the sanctity of religious symbols and not using them to further political agendas.

In Peru, Bishop Ciro Quispe López has resigned following an investigation into allegations of sexual misconduct and financial mismanagement. Pope Leo XIV accepted the resignation, marking the end of a tumultuous period for the Diocese of Juli. The Vatican has not yet announced who will succeed Bishop López.

In the Middle East, Father Gabriel Romanelli, the only Catholic priest in Gaza, has made a desperate plea for peace amid escalating violence. Father Romanelli called for an end to the war and the senseless killing of people, highlighting the dire situation in Gaza.

Finally, in an interesting intersection of faith and environmental activism, former California Governor and Hollywood actor Arnold Schwarzenegger will be attending a climate justice conference led by Pope Leo XIV. The conference aims to address the pressing issue of climate change and discuss potential solutions.