Daily Catholic News:
The Supreme Court has ruled in favor of the Trump administration’s asylum policies, which had previously been opposed by Catholic bishops. These policies allow the government to limit the number of asylum claims processed and to terminate the temporary protected status of Haitians and Syrians. This decision has been met with mixed reactions within the Catholic community.
In education news, professors from Franciscan University have urged the Society of Saint Pius X (SSPX) to avoid schism by discontinuing the consecration of bishops. Additionally, a priest from Courage International has provided guidance to Catholic schools on how to approach “Pride Month”. These developments reflect ongoing discussions within the Catholic community about the balance between tradition and modern societal issues.
In Owensboro, Kentucky, Bishop William Medley has decided to end the only Traditional Latin Mass in the western part of the state. However, he has given permission for the parish to offer the Novus Ordo Mass in Latin and ad orientem. This decision is part of a broader conversation about the role of traditional liturgical practices in contemporary Catholic worship.
In Spain, five years after the legalization of euthanasia, the practice is on the rise. As the negative impacts of euthanasia become increasingly clear, ethics professionals are suggesting ways to curb and ultimately abolish the practice. They argue that a more compassionate approach to end-of-life care is needed, one that respects the dignity of every human life.
Finally, the Trump administration’s Department of Health and Human Services has cut $67 million in funding for teenage pregnancy prevention programs. The cuts specifically target programs that promote abortion, sexual activity for minors, or transgender ideology. This decision aligns with the Catholic Church’s teachings on the sanctity of life and the importance of chastity.