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Society of St. Pius X Appeals to Vatican Against Schism Decree

Bishops of the Society of St. Pius X take part in the consecration of four new bishops at the society’s seminary in Écône, Switzerland, on July 1, 2026. | Credit: Society of St. Pius X

The society filed its appeal with the Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith on July 11, arguing that under canon law the move suspends the recent excommunication decree.

Questions Linger After Nigerian Priest’s Suicide in Massachusetts

L to R: Janine Boucher, a parishioner, smiles for a photo with the late Father Benjamin Madu, who died July 2.

The priest’s death has raised questions over what role the Trump administration’s visa restrictions may have played in the tragedy and over why he was so afraid to return to Nigeria.

Caracas Archdiocese Reports Venezuela Earthquakes Damaged 25 Churches

At left: damage to San José de Ñaraulí Church in Cotiza, Caracas, Venezuela. At right: damage to Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church in Vatia, Caracas, Venezuela.

Like so many other buildings in the archdiocese, churches also suffered damage. Due to the danger from structural damage, Masses are being held outdoors.

Syro-Malabar Church in the U.S. Gathers for Joyful Celebration of Unity

The Syro-Malabar community came together in Chicago July 9–12, 2026, for “Syro26,” a jubilee convention to honor its 25th year as an official eparchy in the U.S.

After liturgical disputes in India nearly led to a schism in 2025, the Syro-Malabar community came together July 9–12 in Chicago to honor its 25th year as an official eparchy in the U.S.

Catholic Charity Leads Relief After Landslides Kill Rohingya in Bangladesh

Caritas Bangladesh workers clear mud and debris beside shelters after a landslide at a Rohingya camp in Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh, in July 2026.

Caritas Bangladesh is helping survivors with shelter, water, and sanitation after monsoon landslides struck Rohingya refugee camps in Cox's Bazar.