White House touts list of 'victories' for people of faith

The Trump administration is highlighting its efforts on the faith front, including protecting religious liberty, defending houses of worship, expanding school choice and restoring biological truth.

Vatican tells UN: Hate speech is poison that leads to violence and persecution

Archbishop Christophe-Zakhia El-Kassis delivered his first address as the Holy See's representative to the United Nations in New York on Sept. 17.

St. Peter's Basilica completes mosaic restoration of ornate chapel dome

The Fabbrica di San Pietro restored several mosaics in the side chapel dome, a project that began in May 2025.

Pope Leo XIV praises Catholics who led Church in 'new directions'

The pope highlighted the role of laypeople and religious in shaping Catholic social teaching and called for formation in public life rooted in solidarity, justice, and peace.

UK bill proposes to lift historic restrictions on Catholic and Jewish prime ministers

A U.K. bill may soon change historic law, an inquiry into the death of a Catholic father in Ireland concludes, Asian digital missionaries urged to be responsible, and more in this world news roundup.

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.