Pope Francis Appoints Bishop Michael McGovern to Lead Archdiocese of Omaha
The 60-year-old bishop will be installed in Omaha’s Cathedral of St. Cecilia on May 7.
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Paid Sick Leave Proposal Passes in Nebraska
On Election Day, Cornhusker voters also approved medical marijuana and rejected a measure that would have expanded abortion, instead approving one that restricts abortion after roughly 12 weeks of pregnancy.
Voters in Nebraska Will Have a Choice Between 2 Competing Abortion Measures
Nebraska’s pro-abortion measure also creates a right to abortion after the baby is viable outside the womb 'when needed to protect the life or health of the pregnant patient, without interference from the state or its political subdivisions.'
Nebraska Supreme Court Approves Competing Abortion Initiatives for November Ballot
The pro-life referendum would allow the current law to stay in place. However, the pro-abortion referendum would substantially expand abortion. Nebraska is one of 10 states where abortion will be on the ballot this fall.
Nebraska Supreme Court Upholds Abortion Restrictions, Ban on Sex Changes for Minors
Although the law remains in effect, Nebraskans will vote on a referendum on Nov. 5, which would establish a constitutional right to abortion in the state Constitution.
Nebraska Priest Delivers Opening Prayer Before the U.S. House of Representatives
Father Brett Jamrog’s prayer has been shared widely on social media, prompting discussions and bringing inspiration to many
‘Breathtaking’: Through the Cornfields With Jesus in Nebraska Eucharistic Pilgrimage
The route followed a gravel road, visible from Interstate 80, which crossed through cornfields amid the distant hum of semitrucks and cars.
Faith, Not Fields: A Journey Through Nebraska’s Heartland
The National Eucharistic Pilgrimage passes through a community that lives in a part of the nation often overlooked.
Catholic Nebraska Lawmaker Leaves Democratic Party Over its Pro-Abortion Views
Sen. Mike McDonnell, who had been a registered Democrat for 40 years before this week, said in a news conference that his party change was caused by the Democratic Party’s refusal to respect his pro-life views, which he said is grounded in his Catholic faith.
Ballot Initiative in Nebraska Would Prohibit Abortion After 12 Weeks
The amendment would outlaw abortion after 12 weeks except in medical emergencies or when an unborn child is the result of sexual assault or incest, the proposal says.
