Following the tragedy that shook Minneapolis, civil and Church authorities mourn the deaths of two children and pray for the 17 injured.
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Nicaragua Freezes Jesuit University’s Accounts
The administration of President Daniel Ortega of Nicaragua has blocked activity on the accounts of the Jesuit-run Central American University.
On the Assumption, Pope Francis Prays for Peace
During his Angelus address today, the Feast of the Assumption, Pope Francis calls for peace, especially in Ukraine.
Catholics Offer Aid in Maui’s Deadly Fires
As fires raged in Maui and President Biden called for a state of emergency, Catholic organizations rush to Maui’s aid.
Hands Extended: A Maryknoll Reflection
A Maryknoll lay missioner recalls witnessing Jesus’ extended hands during a mission experience in Brazil as she reflects on Sunday’s Mass readings.
Extremists Are Targeting Nigerian Christians
International experts on religious freedom and local Church leaders speak out against atrocities against Christians by jihadist extremists.
U.S. Bishop Urges ‘Critically Needed’ Arms Control
“A nuclear war cannot be won and must never be fought,” says Bishop David J. Malloy of Rockford, Illinois, calling on world leaders to disarm.
Pope at World Youth Day: ‘Don’t Be Afraid To Change the World’
Pope Francis celebrated the closing Mass of World Youth Day, telling the 1.5 million young people not to let their “great dreams” be “stopped by fear.”
The Transfiguration: A Maryknoll Reflection
A Maryknoll priest reflects on the Transfiguration of the Lord in Sunday’s Gospel in light of his lifetime of service in mission.
Pope to Students: ‘Get Your Hands Dirty’
At a Scholas Occurrentes school and a university, Pope Francis tells students not to hide from messiness and chaos as they recreate society.
Young Brazilian’s World Youth Day Dream Comes True
A 15 year old from Brazil’s Quilombola communities realizes her dream of attending World Youth Day in Portugal.
Catholic Climate Activists Decry Global Heat Wave
Amid scorching heat and rising temperatures around the world, climate activists call for Catholics to take action against the damage of global warming.
Pope to Russia: Honor Black Sea Initiative
During his Angelus message, Pope Francis calls on Russia to allow millions of tons of grain and other crops harvested in Ukraine to be exported across the Black Sea.
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