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Trump met with Christians – so how did it go?

Jun 23, 2016

By Adelaide Mena, Matt Hadro

A meeting with Donald Trump in New York City on Tuesday was intended to answer the questions that some Christian... Read more

With 7 dead after teachers' union clash, Mexican bishop calls for prayer

Jun 22, 2016

Archbishop José Luis Chavez Botello of Antequera-Oaxaca, México, called for intensifying prayer for peace after clashes between authorities and a... Read more

In 'shocking' move, California churches forced to cover abortions

Jun 22, 2016

The Obama administration has rejected a challenge to the State of California’s requirement that health care plans include abortion coverage.... Read more

Beware 'polite persecution,' archbishop warns

Jun 22, 2016

By Matt Hadro

With relics of two English martyrs currently touring the U.S., the Archbishop of Baltimore implored Catholics to follow their example... Read more

French Revolution.

A martyr of the French revolution is almost a saint

Jun 22, 2016

In just two days in early September of 1792, approximately 1,200 people were slaughtered by revolutionaries in France.  Read more

Pope Francis at the Wednesday general audience in St. Peter's Square, June 22, 2016.

Pope delivers weekly catechesis alongside his 'brother' refugees

Jun 22, 2016

Joined closely by just over a dozen refugees at his weekly public audience, Pope Francis said that in following Jesus’... Read more

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We must forgive: a bishop's message after a horrendous Nigerian massacre

Jun 21, 2016

After the sorrow of an April massacre in southeastern Nigeria, a Catholic bishop said the killers of dozens of people... Read more

St. Thomas More. Public domain.

Now touring America: two English saints who died for their faith

Jun 21, 2016

A relic tour currently taking place in the United States highlights the virtues of two English saints who stood up... Read more

The Golden Dome (Main Administration Building), University of Notre Dame, South Bend, Indiana.

Notre Dame returns to its roots with 'faith and reason' center in Ireland

Jun 21, 2016

The Fighting Irish are headed to the Emerald Isle, with plans to establish a new center for dialogue between faith... Read more

Bl. Elizabeth of the Trinity.

Who was Elizabeth of the Trinity? The story behind a new saint

Jun 21, 2016

By Carl Bunderson

Pope Francis acknowledged a miracle worked through the intercession of Blessed Elizabeth of the Trinity, a Carmelite nun of the... Read more

Priests celebrate Mass at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Denver, Jan. 17, 2105

After nearly 150 years, Philadelphia seminary looks to move

Jun 20, 2016

By Mary Farrow

Bishop Francis Patrick Kenrick, the third bishop of Philadelphia, started St. Charles Borromeo seminary out of his home on Fifth... Read more

Canada is already looking at expanding assisted suicide

Jun 20, 2016

Canada’s controversial assisted suicide measure had barely passed Parliament when national leaders discussed the possibility of expanding it to allow... Read more

Robert Spaemann before the obelisk in front of Santa Maria sopra Minerva in Rome.

A follow-up from Robert Spaemann on Amoris Laetitia

Jun 20, 2016

In April, Robert Spaemann, emeritus professor of philosophy at the University of Munich, attracted significant attention for an interview with... Read more

Pope Francis venerates the cross on Good Friday 2015.

The world needs Christ more than ever, Pope Francis says

Jun 19, 2016

By Elise Harris

On Sunday Pope Francis said that with a growing sense of emptiness and insecurity gripping the world, Jesus Christ is... Read more

Pope Francis at the Jubilee Audience in St. Peter's Square honoring members of the police, firemen, and armed forces on April 30, 2016.

Christian persecution extends beyond genocide, Pope says

Jun 18, 2016

By Ann Schneible

In a wide-ranging question and answer session on Saturday, Pope Francis said it is “reductionism” to describe the violence against... Read more

Pope Francis in St Peter's Square for the Jubilee of Mercy audience, June 18, 2016.

Pope: Authentic conversion only comes from Christ

Jun 18, 2016

By Ann Schneible

Recognizing the needs of others is a sign of genuine conversion, which only happens when the heart is ready to... Read more

Pope Francis greets Cardinal Stanislaw Rylko, president of the Pontifical Council for the Laity, at the Vatican's Clementine Hall, June 17, 2016.

For Pope Francis, the Catholic laity can transform the world

Jun 18, 2016

The Church should always value the transformative power of faith-filled laity who are willing to serve the Gospel, Pope Francis... Read more

What actually makes a marriage invalid?

Jun 17, 2016

By Matt Hadro

A virtual brouhaha erupted Thursday after Pope Francis said in unscripted remarks that “the great majority” of marriages today are... Read more

Pope Francis visits the elderly priest-residents of Casa San Gaetano in Rome, June 17, 2016.

Priests in Rome get a surprise visit from Pope Francis

Jun 17, 2016

By Elise Harris

On Friday afternoon Pope Francis visited two communities of priests in Rome as part of his “Mercy Friday” initiative to... Read more

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Men on trial for alleged mock crucifixion of teen at work

Jun 17, 2016

A teenager and practicing Catholic in the United Kingdom was reportedly tied to a cross and hung from a wall... Read more