A new Pope, global conflicts, pressing life issues and a historic Jubilee marked 2025 as a defining year for the Catholic Church. This year-end roundup highlights the stories that shaped the Church’s witness — revealing both the challenges faced worldwide and the enduring hope that continues to guide the faithful.
From Chicago to Peru to Rome, Pope Leo remains ‘one of us,’ say US Catholics
From Nigeria to Belarus, 2025 marks a grim year for religious freedom
2025 brought new Pope, new president, and immigration as key issue
2025 spans life spectrum, from abortion and family programs to immigration and death penalty
Analysis: Pope Leo spends 2025 steadily navigating church, global waters