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The new gallery organ sits under construction at the Cathedral of the Sacred Heart in Richmond, Virginia.

A major organ build in Virginia highlights the ‘multidisciplinary’ art of church organ-making

May 29, 2024

By Daniel Payne

The Richmond cathedral’s search for a new organ eventually led it to the firm of Juget-Sinclair, whose build of the... Read more

Archbishop Timothy Broglio, president of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops, speaks at the USCCB fall plenary assembly Nov. 14, 2023.

New report shows fewer abuse claims brought against U.S. Catholic clerics

May 28, 2024

By Jonah McKeown

The number of sex abuse allegations is down from 2,704 allegations brought the prior year, the report states, while some... Read more

Kansas City Chiefs' kicker Harrison Butker (left) and Kansas City Chiefs' punter Tommy Townsend watch the ball during Super Bowl LVII between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona, on Feb. 12, 2023.

Harrison Butker doubles down on commencement speech at Catholic gala

May 28, 2024

By Tyler Arnold

“If it wasn’t clear that the timeless Catholic values are hated by many, it is now,” Kansas City Chiefs’ kicker... Read more

Dan and Whitney Belprez run Two Sparrows Farms, named for God’s promise to care for his sons and daughters. The couple has grown the farm and a family while holding to the truth that God provides through every trial and triumph.

Catholic family dedicated to regenerative agriculture says farming and faith go together

May 28, 2024

By Mary Gates

Michigan couple Dan and Whitney Belprez own Two Sparrows Farms and have grown their farm and family while holding that... Read more

Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi in Santa Fe, New Mexico.

New Mexico priest dies by suicide amid child sex abuse investigation

May 28, 2024

By Daniel Payne

The Archdiocese of Santa Fe said in a press release that Daniel Balizan had “taken his life” ahead of “a... Read more

A mom receives a donation of free gifts at ABC Pregnancy Resource Center in Lake Charles, Louisiana.

Report: Pro-life pregnancy centers provided over $367.9 million worth of services in 2022

May 28, 2024

By Tyler Arnold

A new report finds that 2,750 pro-life pregnancy resource centers in the United States provided nearly $367.9 million worth of... Read more

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Bishops’ call to address ‘maternal health crisis’ highlights U.S. maternal death rate

May 28, 2024

By Daniel Payne

The U.S. bishops this month urged Congress to address the “maternal health crisis” in the United States. Read more

Bishop Robert J. Brennan of Brooklyn holds the Eucharist as he enters Our Lady of Lebanon Maronite Cathedral in Brooklyn, New York, on May 26, 2024. The visit was part of the New York leg of the National Eucharistic Pilgrimage.

‘He’s coming!’: Joyous Eucharistic pilgrimage visits New York, crosses Brooklyn Bridge

May 27, 2024

By Sabrina Ferrisi

The National Eucharistic Pilgrimage marked one of its most anticipated highlights Sunday in New York City, culminating with a crossing... Read more

A woman and a girl in Tigray walk with supplies. The founder and CEO of the global school-feeding charity Mary’s Meals visited northern Ethiopia in March and confirmed reports of a widespread hunger crisis unfolding rapidly in Tigray in the aftermath of a two-year civil war and ongoing drought. 

Where children are hungry: famine hot spots and Catholic groups that are helping

May 27, 2024

By Jonah McKeown

Approximately 350 million people are in dire need of food globally, including vast numbers of children. Catholic groups are on... Read more

Russell Brand, Candace Owens, and Shia LeBeouf.

No reason to be cynical about celebrity conversions, Bishop Barron and others say

May 27, 2024

By Martin Barillas

The phenomenon of celebrity conversions to the faith has taken center stage, especially on social media, and they have been... Read more

Flags for Memorial Day in the United States of America.

6 easy activities to help children understand Memorial Day

May 27, 2024

By Jen Fulwiler

As Americans remember those who have given their lives in defense of the country, here are some ideas to help... Read more

Father Gregory Miller plays Ultimate Frisbee during the annual "Cassock Classic."

New priest finds calling to young adult ministry through Ultimate Frisbee

May 26, 2024

By Francesca Pollio Fenton

Father Gregory Miller fell in love with Ultimate Frisbee in high school and was a part of his school’s team,... Read more

The Most Holy and Undivided Trinity.

12 things to know and share about the Holy Trinity

May 26, 2024

By Jimmy Akin

The Holy Trinity is the central mystery of the Christian faith. Here are 12 things to know and share. Read more

Local residents collect potatoes from Catholic Charities of the Texas Panhandle on May 17, 2024.

‘Come and get it’: Texas Catholic charity gives away nearly 50,000 pounds of potatoes

May 25, 2024

By Daniel Payne

Catholic Charities of the Texas Panhandle’s Interfaith Hunger Project “received a HUGE donation of potatoes” and gave them all away. Read more

Residents continue recovery and cleanup efforts on May 23, 2024, with the help of family and friends following Tuesday’s destructive tornado in Greenfield, Iowa. The storm was responsible for several deaths in the small community.

Iowa parish still working to help tornado victims after deadly twister

May 24, 2024

By Jonah McKeown

After a tornado ripped through the small town of Greenfield, Iowa, on May 21, St. John’s Catholic Church has mobilized... Read more

A pro-abortion activist displays abortion pills as she counter-protests during an anti-abortion demonstration on March 25, 2023, in New York City.

Pro-life roundup: Louisiana passes abortion fraud bill, California invites abortionists from Arizona

May 24, 2024

By Kate Quiñones

A look at major abortion-related developments that took place in the states this week. Read more

Small white vans dubbed "monstrance mobiles" are being used for the National Eucharistic Pilgrimage. They are just big enough for some of the "perpetual pilgrims" and a pedestal upon which Christ in the monstrance can be placed.

What would a road trip with Jesus and Mary be like? These young Catholics are finding out

May 24, 2024

By Peter Pinedo

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to be one of the apostles and journey, eat, joke, and... Read more

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Catholic bishops sue Biden administration over abortion provisions in pregnant workers law

May 24, 2024

By Tyler Arnold

The lawsuit challenges regulations issued by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. Read more

Bishop James Conley of Lincoln, Nebraska.

Bishop Conley asks Pope Francis to provide ‘encouragement, clarity, support’ to U.S. bishops

May 24, 2024

By Jonah McKeown

In a recent letter, the bishop of Lincoln, Nebraska, encouraged the pope to “familiarize himself” with the American episcopate before... Read more

Pro-abortion activists include the Marea Verde, or Green Wave Movement, a grassroots coalition of protesters who wear green bandanas at events.

Survey: Pro-abortion laws ascendant globally

Despite the release of the Vatican document Dignitas Infinita (“Infinite Dignity”), various nations continue moving in the opposite direction on... Read more