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Father James Martin, S.J., speaks at the World Meeting of Families in Dublin on August 23, 2018.

Fr. James Martin critiques 'homophobic' pastors at WMOF

Aug 23, 2018

By Christine Rousselle

Fr. James Martin, SJ addressed Thursday more than 1,000 people at the World Meeting of Families in Dublin. Read more

Family love teaches the world about God's love, says cardinal

Aug 23, 2018

By Hannah Brockhaus

Love in the family is the first step to teaching the world about the love of God, said Cardinal João... Read more

President's Hall, Seton Hall University.

Seton Hall announces ‘independent review’ of seminary accusations

Aug 23, 2018

By Ed Condon

Seton Hall University has announced an independent review of accusations of sexual abuse and harassment against seminarians. The university is... Read more

Budget, finances.

Catholic Charities Oregon looks to expand financial wellness program

Aug 22, 2018

By Perry West

Catholic Charities Oregon is hoping to expand a program that offers financial classes and coaching for low-income workers in the... Read more

Why this man spent his last years caring for the dying

Aug 22, 2018

By the time he passed away, death was familiar to Joe Doak.  Read more

In Minnesota, young people respond to abuse scandals with prayer

Aug 22, 2018

More than 100 young adults in Saint Paul, Minnesota, gathered this week to pray for the healing of sexual abuse... Read more

Bishop Philip Egan of Portsmouth.

English bishop requests Extraordinary Synod on life, ministry of clergy

Aug 22, 2018

Bishop Philip Egan of the Diocese of Portsmouth, in southern England, has written to the pope asking him to convene... Read more

Archbishop Martin: Family is part of Church's 'good news' for the world

Aug 22, 2018

By Hannah Brockhaus

God’s plan for the family may sometimes feel countercultural, but it is nevertheless part of the Church’s “good news” for... Read more

After grand jury report, new allegations raised in Pennsylvania

Aug 22, 2018

By JD Flynn

The Diocese of Pittsburgh has received about 50 new allegations of abuse, and a state abuse hotline has received more... Read more

Cardinal Oswald Gracias of Bombay celebrates Mass in Dublin Aug. 22 for the World Meeting of Families.

The Holy Family is a bright light in dark times, cardinal says

Aug 22, 2018

By Hannah Brockhaus

In the face of attacks on the family, the Church should strive to imitate the Holy Family, which shines through... Read more

Pope Francis at the general audience in St. Peter's Square Sept. 20, 2017.

Pope Francis: Saints show the heart's true desire

Aug 22, 2018

By Hannah Brockhaus

The lives of the saints are attractive because they demonstrate the radical and authentic relationship with Christ each person is... Read more

Congressman Jeff Fortenberry holds a fragment of an Iraqi Christian altar destroyed by the Islamic State. Courtesy photo

Congressman: Security, solidarity, and subsidiarity needed to rebuild Iraqi villages

Aug 22, 2018

By Courtney Mares

Christian and Yazidi communities in northern Iraq need security as they rebuild, said Congressman Jeff Fortenberry after a trip to... Read more

Juan Pablo Hernandez.

Seminarian: Despite devastation, faith has grown in Venezuela  

Aug 21, 2018

When Juan Pablo Hernandez returns to his home in the Archdiocese of Maracaibo, Venezuela next year, he will face a... Read more

Manrique with local children in Ethiopia.

Journalist-turned-missionary finds happiness in evangelization

Aug 21, 2018

Belén Manrique had a promising career in journalism, surrounded by good friends and family. But at age 30, she left... Read more

St. Eugene’s Cathedral in Derry.

Irish bishop: Church must be unafraid to engage difficult questions

Aug 21, 2018

Faced with daunting cultural challenges, the Church must engage in difficult discussions rather than seeking quick answers, said Bishop Donal... Read more

Cardinal Donald Wuerl. Courtesy of Archdiocese of Washington.

Cardinal Wuerl's name vandalized on Catholic high school sign

Aug 21, 2018

A Catholic high school named after Cardinal Donald Wuerl was vandalized Monday, following continued criticism of the cardinal’s handling of... Read more

The heart of St. John Vianney.

Knights of Columbus announce St John Vianney relic tour

Aug 21, 2018

The Supreme Knight of the Knights of Columbus announced Tuesday that the fraternal organization will sponsor a US tour of... Read more

After religious liberty win, judge orders payment to Catholic Benefits Association

Aug 21, 2018

A federal judge has ordered that $718,000 in compensation be paid to the Catholic Benefits Association after its successful religious... Read more

Woman on phone.

'Natural cycles' fertility app gets FDA approval to prevent pregnancy

Aug 21, 2018

The FDA has approved a fertility-tracking app that boasts a lower unintended pregnancy rate than the pill, without the side... Read more

Cardinal Sean O'Malley.

Cardinal O’Malley apologizes for missed letter on McCarrick allegations

Aug 21, 2018

Cardinal Sean O’Malley of Boston has issued an apology for not seeing a 2015 letter to his office, which detailed... Read more