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Cardinal Hollerich: ‘I would not define Church sexual morality so narrowly’
Cardinal Jean-Claude Hollerich, SJ, stated in a recent interview that he “would not define morality — especially sexual morality —... Read more
New rector of Mexican Catholic university: Catholic education must pass on ‘its treasure’
The Pontifical University of Mexico began a new era with the appointment of Father Pedro Antonio Benítez Mestre as interim... Read more
Vacation’s over: How to get back into the routine with joy and hope
The return to school, early-morning routines, and multiple responsibilities offers the opportunity to begin anew and embrace Christian joy and... Read more
Pope Leo XIV defends crying: ‘It can even be the extreme form of prayer’
Pope Leo XIV held the Wednesday general audience in St. Peter’s Square, where he reflected on crying as “a profound... Read more
African bishops call for ‘Africa-led, community-rooted’ solutions for climate crisis
In a statement read out during the second Africa Climate Summit on Sept. 7-8, African bishops said the climate crisis... Read more
Amid debate over arming teachers, what does the Catholic Church teach about self-defense?
A handful of states, including Florida, Idaho, and Texas, allow for public school teachers to carry guns in some circumstances.... Read more
Students detail faith-based discrimination at Religious Liberty Commission hearing
The Sept. 8 hearing was the Religious Liberty Commission’s second meeting since President Donald Trump created it earlier this year. Read more
Father Joseph Farrell elected as Augustinians’ new prior general
The Order of St. Augustine announced that Father Joseph Lawrence Farrell, OSA, was elected as its new prior general. Read more
Cardinal Pizzaballa says violence in Gaza is the result of hateful language
The Latin patriarch of Jerusalem, Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa, said violence in the Gaza Strip is the result of years of... Read more
Archdiocese of New Orleans offers $230 million to settle abuse claims
The Archdiocese of New Orleans has increased its settlement offer to clergy sexual abuse claimants from $180 million to $230... Read more
First African bishop ordained to lead U.S. diocese in Houma-Thibodaux, Louisiana
Bishop Simon Peter Engurait was ordained last week in Louisiana, making him the first African bishop in the mainland United... Read more
More than half a million pilgrims have visited St. Carlo Acutis’ tomb so far this year
More than 620,000 people have visited the tomb of St. Carlo Acutis in the first eight months of 2025, according... Read more
Cardinal Burke to celebrate Traditional Latin Mass in St. Peter’s Basilica
The Summorum Pontificum pilgrimage was not able to receive authorization to celebrate the Traditional Latin Mass at the Altar of... Read more
Castel Gandolfo renaissance as Pope Leo XIV spends day at papal retreat
The Vatican said Pope Leo XIV “will continue his activities” from Villa Barberini — his residence in Castel Gandolfo, 18... Read more
1,000-piece St. Carlo Acutis mosaic used to ‘convict the universal call to holiness’
After hearing about Carlo Acutis, artist Johnny Vrba created a unique portrait of the new saint using unusual items and... Read more
AI companions pose risks of isolation, psychosis, priest warns
A priest and bioethics professor has urged the Catholic Church to offer “real connection” amid the rise of AI companions. Read more
Seton Shrine to celebrate 50 years of America’s first native-born saint
The Seton Shrine in Emmitsburg, Maryland, is preparing to welcome hundreds of visitors for the 50th anniversary celebration of St.... Read more
Vatican establishes feast days of St. Carlo Acutis and St. Pier Giorgio Frassati
Going forward, the Catholic Church will commemorate the liturgical memorial of St. Carlo Acutis on Oct. 12 and of St.... Read more
Trump launches ‘America Prays’ initiative to prepare for nation’s 250th anniversary
President Donald Trump launched an initiative that urges Americans to pray for the country in preparation for its 250th anniversary... Read more
Trump pledges federal guidance to protect school prayer
President Donald Trump announced the U.S. Department of Education will issue new federal guidelines to protect prayer at public schools. Read more
