Illinois Bishop Accuses Progressive San Diego Cardinal Robert McElroy of ‘Heresy’
The redoubtable bishop of Springfield, IL, has publicly accused San Diego Cardinal Robert McElroy of “heresy” for his rejection of the Church basic moral teaching.
Bishop Thomas Paprocki
Moral Theologian Joins Bishop in Rebuking Father James Martin over Holy Communion Stand
Moral theologian Father Brian Graebe has joined Springfield Bishop Thomas Paprocki in rebuking Jesuit Father James Martin for his promotion of Holy Communion for politicians who aggressively promote abortion.
Springfield Bishop Reprimands Jesuit Father James Martin
Springfield Bishop Thomas Paprocki has issued a public correction of Jesuit Father James Martin for his insistence that pro-abortion Catholic politicians have the right to receive Holy Communion.
Satanic Temple Display Features ‘Deity’ Baphomet as Babe in Manger
The Illinois Capitol rotunda features a display showcasing the Satanic Temple’s “deity,” Baphomet, exhibited as a babe swaddled in a manger.
Illinois Democrats Vote to Repeal State’s Last Anti-Abortion Law – Parental Notification for Minors
Illinois Democrats voted to repeal the state’s last restriction on abortion, one that required parental notification for minors seeking an abortion.
Bishops Warn of ‘Scandalous’ Teaching of Pro-LGBT Jesuit Priest
A number of Catholic bishops have added their voices to criticism of Jesuit Father James Martin, America’s most prominent pro-LGBT priest.
America’s First Black Priest Moves Toward Sainthood
Pope Francis has placed the first American black Catholic priest on track for sainthood, declaring him to be “venerable” on Wednesday.
Illinois Bishop Bans Pro-Abortion Lawmakers from Receiving Communion
The bishop of Springfield, IL, has forbidden Catholic legislators who voted for the Reproductive Health Act from receiving Holy Communion in his diocese, citing penalties in Church Law for those who “persist in manifest grave sin.”
Illinois Bishop: Pope’s Silence on McCarrick Case Is ‘Not Adequate’
The bishop of Springfield, IL, has joined the growing band of prelates calling for a full investigation into the serious allegations brought by the former papal nuncio to the United States against high ranking churchmen, including Pope Francis.
