Nigerian bishop appeals for prayers for 'safe release' of abducted teachers, students, children

After students, teachers and young children were abducted in Nigeria's Oyo State on May 15, Bishop Emmanuel Adetoyese Badejo has urged Catholics to pray for the victims.

Catholic Charities of Baltimore opens $35M center to offer community services for all ages

Before opening the new facility, Catholic Charities collaborated with neighbors and community leaders to understand what they wanted and needed.

Brussels bans AI 'nudifier' apps days before Pope Leo's AI encyclical

The provisional agreement bans AI tools used to create nonconsensual intimate imagery and abuse material, drawing immediate welcome from European bishops and ethicists.

Christ's baptism site must remain living place of encounter with God, Cardinal Pizzaballa says

As Jordan launches preparations for the 2030 Jubilee of Christ's baptism, Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa calls for spiritual renewal.

Pope Leo XIV: Nations must put common good ahead of particular interests

Though diplomacy and dialogue are essential for positive international relations, they must be accompanied by "a deeper conversion of heart," the pope said.

Synod office sets path to 2028 ecclesial assembly

A new Vatican document outlines four stages for local Churches, bishops' conferences, and continental bodies to assess how synodality is taking root after the 2021–2024 Synod on Synodality.

Leader of Pontifical Academy for Life offers overview of academy a year into his presidency

The academy's focus is to have a center of studies to "research about the new challenges" and "the new problems concerning human life," Archbishop Renzo Pegoraro said.

Church in Mexico calls for combating human trafficking and exploitation during 2026 World Cup

The millions of people coming to Mexico for the World Cup represent an opportunity for human traffickers, prompting the Church in the country to raise awareness and recommend prevention measures.

DR Congo diocese issues Ebola prevention measures after health emergency declaration

Bishop Willy Ngumbi Ngengele had directed that all Catholic communities in the diocese observe strict preventive measures aimed at limiting the spread of the deadly virus.

Contemplative life proclaims God is worthy of being sought and loved, Spanish bishops emphasize

Pro Orantibus Day, observed May 31 this year in Spain, highlights the contribution of the contemplative life to the Church and the world and why it is so needed in a fast-paced distracted society.