Franciscans Return to Walter Reed After Contract Controversy Resolved
The U.S. Defense Health Agency now has awarded a five-year annually renewable contract to the friars to resume their service.
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Archbishop of Military Services Condemns New Rule Allowing Abortion at VA Medical Centers
The rule does not have any conscience protections for doctors or other health workers who object to providing abortions.
Sainthood Cause for Father Vincent Capodanno Sees Setback
The ‘Grunt Padre’ died on a Vietnam battlefield as a military chaplain to U.S. Marines. Theological consultants recently voted to recommend to Vatican dicastery that the cause be suspended. But supporters remain hopeful that an appeal will resume the efforts.
‘Warriors to Lourdes’ Pilgrimage Brings Comfort to Wounded Souls
U.S. soldiers can experience transformation and healing where the Virgin Mary appeared to St. Bernadette Soubirous in 1858. More than 175 active-duty personnel and veterans are participating in the pilgrimage this year, led by Archbishop Timothy Broglio.
Military Archdiocese Supports COVID Vaccine Mandate for Service Members
Archbishop Timothy Broglio has encouraged vaccination as an act of charity.
Navy’s Cutting of Contract Priests: Part of ‘Longer Arc’?
Though ultimately overturned, the decision raises ongoing questions about religious liberty in the armed forces.
U.S. Military Troops Join Soldiers From Five Other Nations on Peace Pilgrimage in Poland
A 10-day walk for peace culminated Aug. 15 as part of the annual pilgrimage to the Black Madonna, the common name for the icon of Our Lady of Czestochowa, the most important Marian icon in Polish Catholic history.
