Pope Francis Pens Preface to US Death-Row Chaplain’s Book on Death Penalty
In the book’s preface, Pope Francis underlined his strong opposition to capital punishment.
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Rupture by Stealth?
COMMENTARY: Is Divine Revelation, embodied in Scripture and the Catholic Church’s tradition, real, and does it have binding authority over time?
Oklahoma Attorney General Asks Supreme Court to Halt Execution of Condemned Convict
The U.S. Supreme Court announced in January that it would review the case.
California Bishop Praises District Attorney for Seeking to Change Death Sentences
California technically has more prisoners on death row than any other state, but the state’s death penalty has been under moratorium since 2019 and has not been applied since 2006.
Missouri Bishops Plead for Death Row Inmate on Eve of Execution
The Missouri Catholic Conference will be hosting a “respectful protest” outside the governor’s office at the Missouri State Capitol in Jefferson City on Tuesday.
Lifting of Moratorium on Death Penalty in Congo ‘a Step Backwards,’ Cardinal Says
In his March 17 interview, Cardinal Ambongo also addressed a number of issues in his country including violence in the Eastern Province and the Church’s stance on political and social issues
Oklahoma Archbishop: Supreme Court review of Execution Could Further Cause of Abolition
Since his initial conviction, two independent investigations have uncovered serious problems with his trial, including allegations of police misconduct and what were reportedly incorrect instructions given to the jury in the case.
Biden Administration Seeks the Death Penalty for Buffalo Supermarket Shooter
Gendron’s May 2022 shooting rampage resulted in 10 deaths, including that of Catholic Roberta Drury, and at least three injuries.
Data Shows Most States Moving Away From Use of the Death Penalty
A total of 24 people were executed this year, while 21 were sentenced to death.
Texas Executes Prisoner Despite Pleas for Clemency From Catholic Anti-Death-Penalty Group
In the days and hours leading up to the execution, anti-death-penalty advocates had pleaded with the state to grant Murphy clemency.
