In the wake of a recent statement by Pope Leo XIV condemning the treatment of migrants in the United States as “extremely disrespectful,” the Florida Conference of Catholic Bishops (FCCB) has made an appeal to President Donald J. Trump and Florida Governor Ron DeSantis to halt immigration enforcement until after the Christmas and New Year holidays.

The Florida Conference of Catholic Bishops (FCCB) has asked Gov. Ron DeSantis to stay two executions scheduled to take place this month. Mark Geralds is scheduled to be executed on December 9, 2025, for the 1989 murder of Tressa Lynn Pettibone. Frank Walls is scheduled for execution on December 18, 2025, for the murder of Ann Peterson in 1987.

The Florida Conference of Catholic Bishops (FCCB) is pleased to announce the promotion of three staff members, reflecting the organization’s commitment to developing and advancing strong lay leadership within the Catholic Church.

The Florida Conference of Catholic Bishops (FCCB) has asked Gov. Ron DeSantis to stay two executions scheduled just a week apart. Bryan Jennings is scheduled to be executed on November 13, 2025, for the 1979 murder of Rebecca Kunash. Richard Randolph is scheduled for execution on November 20, 2025, for the murder of Minnie Ruth McCollum in 1988.