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Apostolic nuncio calls for ‘moral voice’ in AI development

Speakers at a Georgetown University event said Magnifica Humanitas offers moral guidance without policy steps, and the nuncio noted rising concern that debates over AI need a moral voice.

Pope Leo XIV grants jubilee year for 50th anniversary of new Basilica of Guadalupe

The jubilee year will begin on Oct. 12 and extend until Oct. 12, 2027.

UK Parliament rejects assisted suicide bill

“The true measure of a compassionate society is its willingness to support people through difficult circumstances rather than encouraging them to end their lives,” Archbishop John Sherrington said.

Monsignor Roger Landry restricted from ministry amid allegations of code-of-conduct violations

The well-known priest said he was innocent of any canonical violations; the allegations involved no claims of sexual misconduct “whatsoever.”

Pope Leo XIV sends greetings to Rome’s Jewish community for new year observances

In a telegram to Rome’s chief rabbi, Riccardo Di Segni, the pontiff wished the community blessings for Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur and Sukkot.

Synod study group proposes broader role for Catholics in bishops’ ad limina visits

Study Group 7 says bishops’ visits to Rome should be instruments of missionary conversion, communal discernment, and greater co-responsibility in the Church.

Christchurch bishop outlines rebuild of quake‑damaged cathedral

Christchurch Cathedral in New Zealand was severely damaged in the 2010 and 2011 earthquakes.

25 years after 9/11: How heroic faith inspired conversion and hope in Christ

Recently I traveled through New York, Pennsylvania, and Washington making an EWTN News documentary to mark the 25th anniversary of Sept. 11. I wanted to ask: Where was God in the midst of such evil?

Brazilian bishop bans alcohol, bingo, and cash raffles at events throughout his diocese

“It is the Church’s mission to exhort the faithful to bear witness to the virtues and to avoid vices,” Bishop Francisco Cota declared.

Florida firm accused of failing to pay Catholic military catechists

A spokesman for the company, Idemma, acknowledged “a limited number of contractor accounts that remain under review or resolution.”