Catholic News

Idaho voters rejected Proposition 1 in the Nov. 3 election, leaving the state's existing abortion restrictions in place. Unofficial results Wednesday afternoon showed 55.9% voting against the ballot initiative and 44.1% in favor. The measure drew intense campaigning from pro-life and abortion-rights advocates.

The World Day of the Poor invites Catholics to recognize Christ in those who are poor, vulnerable and suffering. Drawing on the Catechism and Catholic social teaching, this Catechism Corner explores how charity, justice, the dignity of every human person and the works of mercy are essential to Christian discipleship and the Church’s mission of evangelization.

Deacon candidates from throughout the Diocese of Boise gathered with their wives for an October weekend of prayer, fellowship and formation. Bishop Peter F. Christensen presided over the Institution of Lectors and Acolytes, while formation sessions explored the Catholic faith and the spiritual and ministerial responsibilities of the permanent diaconate.