Mexico confronts its taboo history: Exhibit spotlights Cristero War against religious persecution

A new exibition in Puebla, Mexico, dramatizes the lives of those engaging in and affected by the armed popular uprising against religious persecution in Mexico that broke out in 1926.

Catholic religious community faces 'inevitable' end in Australia as it moves to settle abuse claims

Christian Brothers Oceania Province said its "shameful and painful" history of abuse has led it to sell off its assets in order to settle with victims.

One year after St. Elias Church bombing, Syrian Christians find strength in faith

For many Syrian Christians, the terrorist attack became a defining moment that shook the community in a way not seen since the final years of the Ottoman Empire.

Sen. Hawley says MLB admits error in warning Giants players over Bible verses

The MLB commissioner said in a letter that the Giants did not adequately inform the players that gay pride caps were optional, Hawley said.

Cardinal Pizzaballa and Orthodox Patriarch Theophilus III of Jerusalem visit the Gaza Strip

The two patriarchs, accompanied by Josef D. Blotz of the Order of Malta, made a pastoral and humanitarian visit to Gaza to show that their concern for the area remains a priority.

Cambodia's Buddhist leaders honor Catholic bishop for decades of cooperation

The recognition for Bishop Olivier Schmitthaeusler is a rare gesture from the Buddhist establishment of a country where Catholics number barely 20,000.

Vatican rejects German bishops' request for lay homilies at Mass

The Dicastery for Divine Worship said the homily is "intrinsically linked" to the proclamation of the Gospel and reserved to ordained ministers.

Pakistani court acquits blind Catholic man in blasphemy case

A Lahore court cited insufficient evidence in clearing Nadeem Masih, a blind Catholic who spent nearly 10 months in jail on a blasphemy charge carrying a mandatory death penalty.

International Widows' Day: How Jesus and St. Augustine show Church's concern for widowed women

According to biblical texts and the tradition of the Catholic Church, widows have a place of privilege and special care in the Judeo-Christian tradition.

UK bishops welcome child safety but cautious on social media ban for under 16

Bishops across the UK and other Catholic leaders say they want more information before endorsing a proposal to ban social media for youth under 16.