Daily Catholic News:
The Catholic community in northern British Columbia, Canada, is reeling from a mass shooting that claimed at least 10 lives, including young teenagers, and left many wounded. The Bishop of Prince George has called for prayers and penance, stating that the tragic event has deeply affected everyone in the community.
In a move to promote ethical investing in line with Catholic social teachings, the Vatican Bank has launched two new equity indexes. Each index comprises 50 companies that adhere to the principles of Catholic social teachings. This initiative aims to guide investors towards more ethical and socially responsible investment choices.
In China, the support of Catholic bishops for worship limits has sparked controversy and calls for Vatican intervention. Nina Shea, a senior fellow at the Hudson Institute, has urged Pope Leo XIV to summon these bishops to the Vatican. Shea’s call comes in response to what she perceives as the bishops’ support for the suppression of Chinese Catholicism.
In the United States, several bishops have joined the growing backlash against the University of Notre Dame’s appointment of a pro-abortion advocate. Despite the controversy and calls for the university to rescind the appointment, the institution has yet to reverse its decision.
A new report reveals that authorities in Turkey are using zoning laws and urban planning regulations to hinder the construction of Christian institutions across multiple cities. This tactic is seen as an attempt to undermine Christian institutions in the country, raising concerns about religious freedom and diversity.