Mexican priest recovers from kidnapping ordeal

Mexican priest Clemente Morales Topete suffered beatings, burns, and death threats after being held against his will by a crime gang. The assailants were trying to extract information he didn't have.

Active-duty military service members have new pathway to become chaplains

Previously, service members had to leave the military to pursue theological training and then reapply to become chaplains.

Bishops urge religious liberty language in IRS school discrimination rule

Here is a roundup of the latest news related to Catholic education.

U.S. Supreme Court leans toward Catholic schools in clash over pre-K funding

A Colorado case pits sexual orientation and gender-identity protections against religious standards for school admissions.

This is Pope Leo XIV's prayer intention for the month of November

Pope Leo XIV's prayer intention for the month of November is for the proper use of wealth.

National Vocation Awareness Week highlights call to priesthood, religious life

Catholic organizations, dioceses, schools, and parishes are observing the week Nov. 1–7.

Pope Leo XIV to young people: Make room for Christ whenever you feel lonely

The Vatican on Tuesday released the pontiff's message for the 41st World Youth Day, to be held in Seoul, South Korea, in August 2027.

Wildfire smoke, conflict, and conversion: Asian Laudato Si' groups compare notes in Philippines

Leaders from Myanmar, South Korea, Timor-Leste, Indonesia, and the Philippines shared their work and adopted the movement's plan for 2027–2030.

7 fascinating facts about St. Martin de Porres, the first Black saint of the Americas

On Nov. 3, the Catholic Church celebrates the feast of St. Martin de Porres, a Peruvian Dominican brother who became the first black saint of the Americas.

The mission: Pope Leo XIV in South America

A pontiff returns to the continent that shaped his vocation.