English edition of Pope Leo XIV's early writings set for release

The book "Freedom Under Grace," which contains the pope's writings from his time as an Augustinian friar, will be released in September.

Vatican hosts Christians, Dharmic faiths to strengthen fraternity in Europe

Representatives of Christianity and Buddhism, Hinduism, Jainism, and Sikhism met in Rome to promote interreligious dialogue and cooperation across the continent.

Philippine archdiocese mourns 3 students killed in school shooting

Archbishop John Du of Palo urged the nation to reflect on how it forms its young people after the deadly June 22 attack at a high school in Tacloban City.

Pope Leo XIV: Sport is an opportunity for spiritual growth

The pope met with members of the Italian Swimming Federation at the Vatican on June 25.

U.S. sends emergency response teams to Venezuela after massive earthquakes

"We're already deploying search and rescue teams from Fairfax County, Virginia, and Los Angeles," Secretary of State Marco Rubio told reporters June 25.

Apostolic Vicar of Northern Arabia: Every step toward peace is a gift from God

Bishop Aldo Berardi says the Northern Arabia Church continues to stand with the faithful amid uncertainty in the Gulf.

800th anniversary of Toledo cathedral's chapels: Where Spanish history, faith, and art converge

The Cathedral of Toledo, Spain, is home to eight chapels whose designs and purposes reflect centuries of Spanish history, encompassing both its royal dynasties and Church hierarchy.

Philippine court dismisses case against bishop involved in mining dispute

Bishop Jose Elmer Mangalinao of Bayombong welcomed the June 24 ruling, which dismissed a complaint against him, another priest, and community leaders related to a mining exploration project.

African bishops lead 'Peace University' effort to train future leaders in terror-plagued region

Two bishops from Burkina Faso spoke about efforts to gain international support for the university, which they said they hope can be part of the solution to the terrorism and violence.

Bishop Baldacchino to climb Mount Cristo Rey as the government moves to seize diocesan land

The federal government is seeking to seize land from the Las Cruces Diocese for 1.5 miles of border wall, a move the diocese says would desecrate a sacred site and impede religious practice.