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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

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

Military ship.

Here's why the US bishops are distressed about military spending

May 23, 2017

By Matt Hadro

Leading U.S. bishops have expressed serious concerns with President Donald Trump’s reported budget proposals for the 2018 fiscal year, noting... Read more

Why head transplants won't disprove the existence of God

May 23, 2017

By Perry West

With plans for the first human head transplant surgery looming in the next year, a lead doctor on the formidable... Read more

Carl Anderson, Supreme Knight of the Knights of Columbus, meets with Pope Francis, Feb. 16, 2017.

Knights of Columbus leader talks Pope Francis, Trump in new interview

May 22, 2017

The leader of the nearly 2 million-member Knights of Columbus recently spoke about the importance of his group's fidelity to... Read more

Eucharist.

Seminarian who once saved the Eucharist from ISIS returns as a priest

May 22, 2017

Martin Baani was just 24 years old when he risked his life as a seminarian to rescue the Blessed Sacrament... Read more

Following sixth journalist murder this year, Mexican bishops speak up

May 22, 2017

The Mexican Bishops' Conference offered prayers for journalists as they face increased violence in their efforts to uncover truth.  Read more

A Consistory of Cardinals in St. Peter's Basilica, Nov. 4, 2012.

Pope Francis' newest cardinals show a global Church

May 22, 2017

By Andrea Gagliarducci

Only seven months after Pope Francis’ last consistory, he will create five new cardinals in June. He continues a pattern... Read more

Ban on religious icons in cars sparks Catholic outcry in Philippines

May 22, 2017

In the most recent clash between the government and the Catholic Church in the Philippines, authorities have banned hanging rosaries... Read more

VP Mike Pence delivers commencement address at University of Notre Dame, May 20, 2017.

Pence to Notre Dame graduates: Bring values into the workplace

May 22, 2017

By Matt Hadro

U.S. Vice President Mike Pence challenged University of Notre Dame graduates on Saturday to promote human dignity and the sanctity... Read more

Pope Francis.

What common ground could Trump and Pope Francis find?

May 22, 2017

By Elise Harris

When Pope Francis was asked last week about his upcoming meeting with U.S. president Donald Trump, he made headlines for... Read more

Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito receives an honorus causa degree at St. Charles Borromeo Seminary from Archbishop Charles Chaput of Philadelphia, May 17, 2017.

Justice Alito warns seminarians religious liberty is in danger

May 22, 2017

In his address to graduating seminarians on Wednesday, United States Supreme Court Justice Samuel A. Alito, Jr. emphasized the importance... Read more