‘It makes you weep,’ pope says of refugees’ stories
When an aide suggested Pope Francis offer to fly some Syrian refugees back to Rome with him, the pope said he agreed immediately because it was "an inspiration of the Holy Spirit."
Sanders’ invitation to Vatican wasn’t political endorsement
U.S. presidential candidate Bernie Sanders said attending a Vatican conference on Catholic social teaching did not represent a political endorsement of his run for higher office.
Bishop praises Little Sisters for ‘courageous witness’ in mandate fight
NOTRE DAME, Ind. – A standing ovation in a packed Basilica of the Sacred Heart at the University of Notre [...]
Daughter of slain Honduran activist calls for full investigation of death
WASHINGTON — Bertha Isabel Zuniga Caceres wants the United States to push the Honduran government to seek an independent investigation [...]
U.S. Catholic leaders visiting Iraq challenged to go home, work for peace
IRBIL, Iraq — A delegation of U.S. Catholic leaders visiting northern Iraq was challenged to go home and work for [...]
French cardinal reiterates promise to cooperate with police on abuse
WARSAW, Poland — A French cardinal reiterated his promise to cooperate with law enforcement officials after his offices were raided [...]
Pro-life advocates oppose new FDA guidelines for RU-486 use
WASHINGTON — Pro-life advocates expressed dismay with new Food and Drug Administration guidelines that effectively expand how pregnant women can [...]
Pope meets head of traditionalist Society of St. Pius X
VATICAN CITY — As discussions continue between Vatican officials and leaders of the traditionalist Society of St. Pius X, Pope [...]
Church urges nations, society to address ongoing issues related to drugs
SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic — Heroin and painkillers plague the streets of U.S. cities and small towns. Mexican drug cartels [...]
Social engagement: Pope breaks record on Instagram
VATICAN CITY — With a simple tap, Pope Francis joined Instagram and quickly set a record for gaining 1 million [...]