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U.S. to send second shipment of humanitarian aid to Cuba to be distributed by the Church
The U.S. government announced that it will send a new shipment of humanitarian aid to Cuba worth $6 million, which will be delivered directly…
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At Least 70 Tiv Christians Feared Killed in Renewed Attacks in Taraba State
At least 70 members of the predominantly Christian Tiv ethnic group are feared dead following coordinated attacks on multiple communities in Chanchanji Council Ward…
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Archbishop Ronald Hicks takes helm of Archdiocese of New York
New York Catholics enjoyed an in-door moment of spiritual warmth, during an extreme cold spell in the region, with the installation mass of Archbishop…
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Pope Leo XIV: Peace begins with dignity, not weapons
As the Church marks the 12th World Day of Prayer and Awareness against Human Trafficking, Pope Leo XIV renewed what he called the Church’s…
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‘Hoodies from Heaven’ brings warmth to children in need
After retiring in 2021, Patrick McBee began subbing as an aide at local schools in Morgan County, West Virginia. He quickly realized that many…
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Canadian Catholic bishops join members of Parliament in push to restrict medical aid in dying
Two legislative efforts to limit Canada’s medical aid in dying (MAID) framework converged Thursday, with Conservative member of Parliament (MP) Garnett Genuis announcing a…
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Zambia bishops instruct clergy and faithful to stay out of partisan politics
Here is a roundup of world news you may have missed this past week:Zambia bishops instruct clergy and faithful to stay out of partisan…
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The story of the 4-year-old whose faith led to lowering the age of first Communion
Nellie Organ — affectionately known as “Little Nellie” — was a 4-year-old child from Cork, Ireland, whose piety and closeness to God led in…
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Pope Leo XIV will not travel to the United States in 2026, Vatican says
Pope Leo XIV will not travel to the United States in 2026, the director of the Holy See Press Office, Matteo Bruni, said Sunday,…
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Catholic activist Jimmy Lai sentenced to 20 years in prison in Hong Kong national security trial
Jimmy Lai, the human rights advocate and outspoken Catholic who has faced what supporters say has been years of politicized prosecution and conviction in…
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BREAKING: Venerable Fulton Sheen to be beatified
The Holy See has officially informed Bishop Louis Tylka of the Diocese of Peoria, Illinois, that the cause for the Venerable Servant of God…
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Cardinal Dolan to co-lead New York Police Department’s chaplains’ unit
New York City Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch is naming Cardinal Timothy Dolan to co-lead the NYPD’s chaplain’s unit.Dolan, who recently retired as archbishop of…
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Patient advocate on passage of New York assisted suicide bill: ‘Reexamine your consciences’
In spite of opposition from Catholic bishops and patient advocate groups, New York Gov. Kathy Hochul on Feb. 6 signed a bill to legalize…
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Secretary Rubio, other leaders denounce Jimmy Lai’s ‘tragic’ 20-year sentence
“The Hong Kong High Court’s decision to sentence Jimmy Lai to 20 years is an unjust and tragic conclusion to this case,” said U.S.…
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Pope Leo XIV approves new statutes of Pontifical International Marian Academy
Pope Leo XIV approved the new statutes of the Pontifical International Marian Academy, an organization founded 80 years ago to promote and coordinate Mariological…
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Pope Leo XIV to visit Australia in 2028, Sydney bishop says
Pope Leo XIV has indicated he will visit Sydney in the spring of 2028 to preside over the International Eucharistic Congress, Bishop Richard Umbers,…
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Jimmy Lai’s family responds to 20-year prison sentence
Jimmy Lai’s family is calling on national leaders to help free the Catholic pro-democracy activist after he received a 20-year prison sentence from a…
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California Franciscans announce $20 million abuse settlement
The Franciscan Friars of California have announced a $20 million settlement with alleged abuse victims, with the eight-figure payout coming after the group filed…
