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Francis' message to the Italian Church: imitate Jesus in humility, service
In a lengthy speech to the Italian Church at large, Pope Francis said that true human and ecclesial advancement can... Read more
'Be the hug of Christ' – White Mass in DC encourages those with disabilities
Honoring individuals with disabilities and mental health challenges, Cardinal Donald Wuerl of Washington, D.C., celebrated the archdiocese's annual White Mass... Read more
In Tuscany, Pope Francis says proximity overcomes indifference
Pope Francis today traveled to the Tuscan city of Prato, where he told the city’s labor force – many Chinese... Read more
Pope Francis ordains new bishop at major Roman cathedral
At Saint John Lateran cathedral in Rome, Pope Francis ordained Monsignor Angelo De Donatis as an auxiliary bishop, encouraging the... Read more
Knights of Columbus reach $100 billion in life insurance
The Knights of Columbus announced last week that they have surpassed $100 billion of life insurance in force, adding to... Read more
This Catholic nun is competing on Food Network's reality cooking show
Fans of the Food Network’s competitive cooking show “Chopped” can look forward to a special appearance on Monday night’s episode... Read more
Pope Francis to pro-life activists: You are the world's Good Samaritans
Pope Francis praised pro-life activists as “Good Samaritans” to the most vulnerable, citing their commitment to defending life at all... Read more
Is this the future of marriage prep in the Church?
Father Michael Delcambre looked at his congregation on Sunday and realized he had what other pastors might call an unusual... Read more
Pope: 'Deplorable' leak of private docs doesn’t damper Vatican reform
On Sunday Pope Francis spoke out for the first time on what has been called the most recent “Vatileaks” scandal... Read more
Following allegations, Colo. hearing considers Planned Parenthood defunding
Legal experts will testify Monday before the Republican Study Committee of Colorado on whether Planned Parenthood’s Colorado affiliate should be... Read more
If you have the right to work, you have the right to rest, Pope says
The dignity of workers was at the center of an address by Pope Francis on Saturday, during which the pontiff... Read more
Even a missile strike couldn't stop Sunday Mass at this Syrian church
When a missile hit the roof of the church of Saint Francis Parish in Aleppo, Syria, the congregation didn’t flee. Read more
Money and status don't make you happy – selflessness does, Pope says
On Friday Pope Francis praised those Christians who serve others and renounce their own comfort. He also gave a blunt... Read more
EWTN case against mandate likely on hold until Supreme Court decision
With the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision to hear all cases against the federal contraception mandate that have received an appellate... Read more
Supreme Court to hear HHS mandate case for Little Sisters, other non-profits
The Supreme Court will hear legal challenges to the federal contraception mandate brought by numerous non-profit groups, including the Little... Read more
Pope Francis explains why he won't sell the Church's 'treasures'
In a new interview ranging from fame to finances to his childhood dreams, Pope Francis explained that despite his strong... Read more
Record-breaking 40 Days for Life campaign sees monumental results
After its 2015 fall campaign of prayer and fasting outside hundreds of abortion clinics around the world, the pro-life advocacy... Read more
Pope Francis is going to Kenya - and here's what people are talking about
As anticipation mounts in Africa ahead of Pope Francis’ coming visit, one Kenyan bishop said his country is excited to... Read more
After nearly 500 years, Our Lady of Guadalupe still has something to tell us
The miraculous image of Our Lady of Guadalupe is centuries old and her message to St. Juan Diego has been... Read more
New survey finds some Americans more devout, others more adrift
The vast majority of Americans continue to identify with religious faith, a Pew study has found. However, there are some... Read more
