Michael Knowles: U.S. founding mirrors Catholic political philosophy

The conservative commentator argues that the U.S. Constitution reflects St. Thomas Aquinas' "mixed regime" and a broader natural law tradition, despite the founders' Protestant roots.

Cesar Chavez Mass canceled in Los Angeles Archdiocese after bombshell sexual abuse allegations

The long-celebrated champion of farm workers, who died in 1993, has been accused of "abusing girls for years," according to the New York Times.

Notre Dame announces tuition assistance for families with income below $150,000

A roundup of the latest Catholic education news in the U.S.

Using the name of God to justify wars is 'gravest sin' of our time, Cardinal Pizzaballa says

The Latin patriarch of Jerusalem condemned the use of God's name to justify wars, deploring the terrible living conditions in the Gaza Strip and noting that the Board of Peace is not yet operational.

UK bishops, pro-life leaders react to vote decriminalizing women who end their own pregnancies

Archbishop John Sherrington said he is concerned that the vote by the House of Lords to decriminalize women who abort their children "is likely to lead to more late-term abortions."

Vatican secretary of state urges end to Iran war, warns of escalation

Cardinal Pietro Parolin said he would tell Trump and Israel to "stop as soon as possible."

Archbishop Sample urges Catholics to 'reject conspiracies and lies' that lead to antisemitism

"The Jewish community is attacked at a far higher rate than any other religious group in the United States," Archbishop Alexander Sample said. "We must clearly speak out against antisemitism."

Catholics in Kuwait find refuge in prayer in time of war

Christians in many Gulf countries are turning to prayer and the sacraments to sustain themselves amid the anxiety and uncertainty the war brings.

Nigerian bishops tell the pope: Our people are dying

As Christians in their country suffer increased persecution, the Nigerian bishops bring the hopes of a nation to Rome.

National Catholic Prayer Breakfast celebrates Catholic contributions to USA

This year's event highlighted American Catholic accomplishments and patriotism as the nation celebrates its 250th birthday.