Catholics at parishes across the Diocese of Nashville and around the world prayed for God's mercy for themselves and the whole world on Divine Mercy Sunday, April 24. Father Abraham Panthalanickal, pastor of St. Pius X Church in Nashville, blesses the congregation with a monstrance holding the Eucharist during the Divine Mercy Service.

More than 280 faith leaders and organizations from across Tennessee have signed a letter asking Gov. Bill Lee to veto a bill that would make it a Class E felony to camp on public lands punishable by up to six years in prison, a $3,000 fine, and the loss of voting rights. Rick Musacchio, executive director of the Tennessee Catholic Conference, formerly known as the Tennessee Catholic Public Policy Commission, speaks to a television reporter about the bill and its impact on those experiencing homelessness.