Catholic Church

The Catholic Church, a global religious institution led by the Pope, is currently in the news for several reasons. Recent events include the Spanish Catholic Church reaching an agreement to compensate victims of sexual abuse by clergy, addressing long-standing complaints of inadequate action. US Catholic cardinals have criticized the Trump administration's foreign policy, citing concerns about international relations and humanitarian aid. Pope Leo has spoken out on multiple issues, including calling for a world free from antisemitism and urging Christians to treat foreigners with kindness. The Pope also closed the Catholic Church's Holy Year. Additionally, the Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem led Christmas mass at Gaza's only Catholic church amid ongoing conflict. In the Philippines, the demand for Catholic exorcisms is reportedly booming. These events highlight the Church's ongoing engagement with social, political, and spiritual issues globally.