Church Urgently Calls for Halt of Middle East Violence
In the aftermath of U.S. and Israeli bombing of Iran on Feb. 28, Pope Leo XIV and U.S. bishops urge a return to dialogue…
Ignore Empty Words and Choose Scriptures, Pope Says
By Carol Glatz VATICAN CITY — Ignorance of sacred Scriptures is ignorance of Jesus Christ, Pope Leo XIV said during his weekly general audience.…
Faithful walk to call for dignity, justice for immigrants
SAN DIEGO — People of faith of all ages and races walked through the streets of Barrio Logan where ICE agents had detained community…
U.S. Cardinals Warn of ‘Assault on Peace’
WASHINGTON — Three leading U.S. Catholic cardinals issued a strongly worded statement warning that “war is back in vogue,” and calling on people of…
Take time to listen every day to God, Pope says
By Carol Glatz VATICAN CITY — If Christians are to speak about God, then they must dedicate time each day and week to listening…
Baptism provides ‘gateway to heaven’
By Carol Glatz VATICAN CITY — Baptizing one’s children is as essential as providing them with food and clothing, Pope Leo XIV told parents.…
Pope Calls on Faithful to Rediscover Vatican II
By Carol Glatz VATICAN CITY — The teachings of the Second Vatican Council are still “the guiding star” the Catholic Church is meant to…
‘Door to God’s Mercy Is Always Open’
By Cindy Wooden ROME — The path to conversion, the door to God’s mercy and the call to live in Christian hope all continue…
33 Million Pilgrims Visit Vatican during Jubilee Year
By Josephine Peterson VATICAN CITY — An estimated 33 million visitors and pilgrims came to the Vatican to celebrate the Jubilee Year, exceeding early…
Restless? Turn to God, Pope Says
VATICAN CITY — In today’s fast-paced world with pressures for results and efficiency, Pope Leo XIV said many have been stripped of their serenity…
