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Abuse prevention, liturgy central to Vatican courses for new bishops

The program has been a fixture of the Church calendar since 2000, when it was launched by St. John Paul II.

Jonathan Roumie, Bishop Robert Barron to headline first annual ‘Sheen Awards’

The Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen Foundation and Peoria Bishop Lou Tylka announced the list of speakers for the Sept. 25 event, which will be held at the Peoria Civic Center.

True ecological conversion passes through the Eucharist, says International Theological Commission

An International Theological Commission document sets out a Christian vision of humanity’s relationship with creation.

Lourdes Shrine finalizes preparations for Pope Leo XIV’s visit as registration caps at 150,000

Preparations for Pope Leo XIV’s visit to Lourdes are in full swing. Registration has been capped to ensure adequate services for those in attendance.

Church in Nepal helping flood victims find hope, apostolic administrator says

Although a small minority in Nepal, the Catholic Church through Caritas is providing what aid it can to help to those affected by the major flooding.

‘God is good’: One of the internet’s most popular nonbelievers announces his return to the Church

Joe Schmid ran a highly popular agnostic YouTube channel for years, but “a gift of God’s grace” has led him back to the faith.

Abuse settlement in Diocese of Ogdensburg will total $83 million with insurance contributions

Parishes in the New York diocese will also undergo a notable bankruptcy proceeding called “rapid pre-pack Chapter 11.”

International apostolate seeks to consecrate businesses to Sacred Heart in Bridgeport Diocese

Bishop Frank Caggiano spearheaded a guild to transform local businesses by placing God at the center.

Religious freedom commission urges accountability for India violators after leader’s U.S. visit

Mohan Bhagwat, chief of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), a prominent Hindu nationalist volunteer organization accused of targeting Christians, visited the U.S. in late August.

Catholic Church weighs legal challenge to new anti-conversion law in India

The new law in India's most populous western state drew protests from civil society and Catholic leaders. Neighboring Goa dropped a similar measure.