Oregon officials back off 'gender ideology mandate' for mom seeking to adopt

The legal settlement ensures that Jessica Bates' religious views will not be a factor in determining whether she can adopt children.

Postpartum depression: New e-book offers hope and healing for Catholic mothers

Dr. Gregory Popcak addresses the unique layer of spiritual guilt that Catholic mothers often experience when struggling with mental health post-childbirth.

Caritas Cuba to receive more humanitarian aid from U.S. in coming weeks

The U.S. government has been sending and continues to send millions of dollars of humanitarian aid to be distributed by Caritas Cuba, thus bypassing the communist regime.

Mexican bishops demand 'thorough investigation' of priest's murder

The priest was found dead with gunshot wounds along a stretch of highway. The local bishop urged people not to speculate about the crime and denounced the ongoing violence in the country.

Pope Leo XIV appoints Texas bishop to lead Diocese of Joliet, Illinois

The pontiff appointed Bishop Brendan Cahill on Sept. 17 to succeed Ronald Hicks, the former bishop of Joliet and current archbishop of New York.

Cardinal Parolin says nations should work together to face the threats of AI

The Vatican secretary of state expressed his concerns about artificial intelligence at a conference at the Italian Parliament on Sept. 16.

600,000 sign up for Pope Leo's Paris Mass as organizers expand route

The French bishops' conference is still short more than 21 million euros to cover the cost of Pope Leo's Sept. 25–28 visit. Meanwhile, demand for the Paris Mass forced a major expansion of the route.

Diocese of Phoenix opens education center to support mental health ministry

The Diocese of Phoenix teams up with the University of Mary to support seminarians and Catholic counselors, and more in this week's Catholic education news roundup.

800 years after St. Francis' death, new digital project preserves his basilica for years to come

Preserving Assisi is dedicated to safeguarding the Basilica of St. Francis in Assisi, Italy, using 27,000 photographs, 3D surveys, and immersive tours.

Venezuela: Talks with opposition, oil deal, Delcy Rodríguez in New York, and the Church's stance

Ongoing talks between the socialist regime and the opposition in Venezuela are making some progress while the Church is trying to contribute to the transition to democracy and freedom.