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Soldiers take positions while evading sniper fire as they try to clear Marawi of armed militants one street at a time, May 25, 2017.

Cardinal pleads for Islamist militants to release Philippines hostages

May 25, 2017

A Filipino cardinal has prayed for the release of Catholic hostages held by Islamist militants who have seized parts of... Read more

Cardinal Robert Sarah, prefect of the Congregation for Divine Worship and the Discipline of the Sacraments, presents the German edition of The Power of Silence, May 25, 2017.

To meet God we need silence, Cardinal Sarah says

May 25, 2017

By Hannah Brockhaus

At a presentation for his new book on Wednesday, Cardinal Robert Sarah said that not only does the Church need... Read more

Pro-lifers slam Christian school for punishing pregnant teen

May 25, 2017

Students for Life of America had strong words for a Maryland Christian high school that banned a pregnant student from... Read more

Religious freedom cited in first US female genital mutilation case

May 25, 2017

By Mary Farrow

A U.S. federal law prohibiting female genital mutilation will be challenged for the first time in a case in Detroit,... Read more

The Texas state capitol.

Stronger religious freedoms in Texas could boost Catholic foster care

May 24, 2017

The Catholic Church in Texas will work to promote more foster parenting, following the state legislature’s approval of strong legal... Read more

Catholic academics urge protection of undocumented students

May 24, 2017

In the wake of increased government crackdown on immigration, a letter was sent to the Department of Homeland Security voicing... Read more

White House, Washington, D.C.

Budget proposal draws concern for cuts to poverty programs

May 24, 2017

By Matt Hadro

President Donald Trump’s budget requests, although applauded for their pro-life measures, were largely met with concern from Catholic aid groups,... Read more

Cardinal Joseph Zen, emeritus Bishop of Hong Kong, at the Pontifical Urban University in Rome, Nov. 18, 2014.

Cardinal Zen urges prayer for Christians in China

May 24, 2017

By Elise Harris

As Chinese Catholics celebrate the feast of Our Lady, Help of Christians, Cardinal Joseph Zen has asked for prayers on... Read more

Militants.

ISIS ally in Philippines storms Catholic cathedral, takes hostages

May 24, 2017

Islamic State-allied militants in the Philippines have taken a Catholic priest and a group of church-goers hostage, threatening to kill... Read more

Ivanka Trump at Rome's Community Sant'Egidio to meet with African women freed from human trafficking on May 24, 2017.

Ivanka Trump meets with human trafficking survivors in Rome

May 24, 2017

By Elise Harris

After a visit with Pope Francis Wednesday, Ivanka Trump met a group of human trafficking survivors, calling them examples of... Read more

Pope Francis arrives in St. Peter's Square for the general audience Sept. 21, 2016.

Pope Francis: Even in the darkest moments, Jesus walks with us

May 24, 2017

By Hannah Brockhaus

On Wednesday Pope Francis said that no matter what trials we might face, we have hope because Jesus is always... Read more

St. Louis rule creates legal traps for pro-lifers, lawsuit charges

May 24, 2017

A St. Louis city ordinance that could force Catholic schools and pro-life pregnancy centers to hire employees who support abortion... Read more

Pope Francis meets with President Donald Trump in the Apostolic Palace May 24, 2017.

Pope Francis, Trump hold landmark first meeting (Updated)

May 24, 2017

By Hannah Brockhaus

After months of anticipation, Pope Francis and U.S. President Donald Trump finally met at the Vatican Wednesday in a friendly... Read more

John Curry (C) and his cousin Patrick Hill (L), witnesses of Our Lady of Knock. Photo courtesy of Knock Museum Collection, Knock Shrine, Co. Mayo, Ireland.

Cardinal Dolan finds lesson in humility in life of Irish migrant who saw Our Lady

May 23, 2017

By Kevin J. Jones

An Irish immigrant named John Curry passed away in 1943 in New York City after a modest life.  Read more

New York City event to discuss how faith, modernity intersect

May 23, 2017

An event exploring the interaction of the Christian faith with the modern world – in light of the writings of... Read more

Haitian migrants in Mexico seeking to enter the United States.

US bishops welcome Trump administration's reprieve for Haitian migrants

May 23, 2017

The Trump administration’s decision to allow 50,000 Haitian earthquake victims to remain in the United States prompted gratitude from the... Read more

Melania and Ivanka Trump.

Here's the plan for Melania and Ivanka's day in Rome

May 23, 2017

By Elise Harris

When U.S. President Donald Trump stops in Rome for a meeting with Pope Francis Wednesday, both his wife Melania and... Read more

Pope Francis meets with the Sister Disciples of the Divine Master on May 22, 2017.

Pope Francis to nuns: Your joy can change the world

May 23, 2017

Women who are consecrated to God live “the prophecy of joy,” and this authentic joy is their most credible witness,... Read more

Ventura softball star: Encountering Christ through service

May 23, 2017

To a pitcher, a little situation like bases loaded, full count and trying to protect a one-run lead in the... Read more

The outside of Manchester Arena. A bomb was exploded in the foyer at the end of a concert May 22, 2017,

Manchester bishop: There is 'no justification' for horrific attack (Updated)

May 23, 2017

By Hannah Brockhaus

After what has been deemed a terrorist attack killed 22 people – mostly youth – at a theater in Manchester... Read more