Churches called to 'national reckoning of soul' amid antisemitism crisis

Scholars of Jewish-Christian relations are urging Churches in the U.S. to ...

Advocates praise decision to commute inmates' sentences in Oregon

 Catholic and other opponents of the death penalty applauded ...

Pope reveals he prepared resignation letter in case of impairment

Pope Francis said he wrote a resignation letter in 2013, his first year in office, to be used in case he became physically or mentally impaired and unable to fulfill the duties of the papacy.

Pope advances sainthood causes, including first 'martyr' of charity

Pope Francis recognized the martyrdom of members of a Polish family who were sheltering a Jewish family during World War II, and, for the first time, advanced the sainthood cause of a candidate under the category of heroically offering his life out of loving service to others.

Kids help Pope celebrate 86th birthday with cake, circus performers

The day after he turned 86, Pope Francis met with volunteers, family members and children receiving care from a Vatican pediatric clinic.

“God is with Us”

Have you ever asked your parents to tell you the story of when you were born? 

Clergy Appointments

Bishop David M. O’Connell, C.M, has announced the following clergy appointments:

Living well during times of change and grace

A blessed, light-filled Advent to you!

Some Christians in Myanmar prepare to spend second Christmas in camps

 A Christmas of darkness, silence and fear ...

Jordan to develop tourist village next to World Heritage Baptism Site

Jordan began Christmas celebrations by unveiling a project...

Pope: World needs more diplomatic, joint efforts between nations

The only way "to protect the dignity and human rights of all...

Put down the phone, look to God, look at others, Pope tells kids

 Pope Francis encouraged youngsters to put down their phones...

Rachel’s Vineyard retreat to offer post-abortion prospect for healing

Extending an opportunity for recovery from the wounds of abortion, ...

Priests gather in Long Branch for spiritual renewal

Holy Trinity Church Long Branch, was the site for this year’s “Advent Spirituality Day of Recollection for Priests” ...

Christmas and Advent

As the faithful prepare for the coming of the Christ child...

Russia says Vatican apologized for Pope's remarks about minority fighters

The Vatican has had diplomatic contact with Russia regarding comments Pope Francis made about Russian minorities being responsible for the worst acts of cruelty in the country's war on Ukraine.

Extension features Nativity art, letters by children of Ukraine, Uvalde

The cover of the winter issue of Catholic Extension's magazine is ...

Heisman winner is much loved, respected alum of D.C.-area Catholic schools

Caleb Williams, the star quarterback at the ...

Amid widespread persecution, detained Bishop charged with crimes

A Nicaraguan bishop held for nearly four months was formally charged during an unannounced Dec. 13 court date, marking his first appearance since being detained.

Celebrate Christmas 'with Ukraine in your hearts,' Pope says, urging aid

Celebrating Christmas is important and beautiful, Pope Francis said, ...

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