WASHINGTON – The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) commemorates  Religious Freedom Week from June 22–29. This year’s theme, “Witnesses to Hope,” builds on the annual report released earlier this year by the Conference’s Committee…

VATICAN CITY (CNS) — The world must resist the allure of modern weapons which threaten to give conflicts a ferocity surpassing that of previous wars, Pope Leo XIV said. “The heart of the church is…

VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Pope Leo XIV will spend two weeks of July at the papal summer residence in Castel Gandolfo, bringing back a centuries-old tradition that had been suspended by Pope Francis. Pope Leo…

WASHINGTON – “As your shepherds, your fear echoes in our hearts and we make your pain our own. Count on the commitment of all of us to stand with you in this challenging hour,” said…

WASHINGTON- “I urge all Catholics to engage their elected officials on all issues that threaten the gift of human life, in particular the threat of abortion,” said Bishop Daniel Thomas of Toledo, chairman of the…

VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Scientific discovery and knowledge are meant to benefit all of humanity, Pope Leo XIV told young astronomers. “Be generous in sharing what you learn and what you experience, as best you…