Bishop expresses solidarity with victims as rebels kill 43 in Democratic Republic of Congo

Bishop Melchisedec Sikuli Paluku in the Democratic Republic of Congo has expressed sorrow following a deadly attack by rebels that reportedly left 43 people dead in the northeastern province of Ituri.

U.S. dioceses report elevated numbers of Easter baptisms and confirmations

The average American diocese saw about 38% more people joining the Church in 2026 compared with 2025, according to an analysis of data released by Hallow.

Trump administration to issue guidance to religious nonprofits on Johnson Amendment

The Johnson Amendment remains in effect for now, though the new guidance, expected later this year, could offer churches more clarity on permissible political speech during religious services.

Military Archbishop Broglio relieved by U.S.-Iran ceasefire, but concerns loom

Military Archbishop Timothy Broglio spoke about his support for the ceasefire agreement and his wish that Lebanon was included.

Why Pakistan's bishops doubt government will act on minor's forced marriage

Bishop Samson Shukardin said government committees are often delayed so people forget, as protests continue over the marriage of 13-year-old Maria Shahbaz.

Friar Jean-Claude Chupin, co-founder of the Community of the Lamb, passed away on Easter

The friar leaves behind a lasting legacy of service of the poor with a life modeled on St. Francis of Assisi. The community he co-founded has a presence in both Europe and the Americas.

EWTN News documentary highlights Lebanon's Christian roots and enduring faith

EWTN News shines a light on Lebanon and its rich diversity in a new film.

Teen killed, 60 hurt after truck rams Easter procession in Pakistan

Police are searching for a truck driver who fled after plowing into a predawn Easter procession in Punjab, killing a 17-year-old and injuring more than 60.

Dominican Sisters challenge New York gender-identity law in court

The New York State Department of Health warned the sisters about "refusing to assign a room to a resident other than in accordance with the resident's gender identity."

Pope will address tensions between Christianity and Islam in Africa, Nigerian bishop says

An Augustinian confrere of Pope Leo XIV discussed the pontiff's upcoming trip to four African countries.