U.S. Ambassador clarifies view on pope's role in politics, war after Vatican response

Burch said his recent comments to the New York Times were not meant to imply that Pope Leo's statements about the Iran war should be seen as simply diplomatic — rather than spiritual — guidance.

Catholic sisters bring free medical care to Kenya slum, uncover hidden illnesses

The Congregation of the Sisters of St. Joseph of the Archdiocese of Mombasa set up a medical camp to offer screenings and care to underserved patients.

One-of-a-kind spiritual center in Pittsburgh focuses on 'miracles saint' St. Sharbel

The Saint Sharbel Spiritual Life Center is home to the first-class relic associated with the healing of a Phoenix woman in 2016 by the intercession of St. Sharbel, whose feast day is July 24.

EU lawmakers push special envoy on Pakistan forced conversions ahead of appeal

As a Pakistani court prepares to hear Maria Shahbaz's appeal, European lawmakers are pressing the EU's religious freedom envoy to make forced conversions a priority.

Vatican weighing papal trip to Ukraine

The Holy See's foreign minister said it is evaluating the timing and conditions for a possible visit to the country by Pope Leo XIV.

Priest who fled Nicaragua prays daily for God to free country from 'cruel regime'

A Nicaraguan priest shares his trials of persecution and exile, and his hope for a free Nicaragua delivered from the oppression of the Ortega regime.

U.S. bishops tighten funeral policies after growth of 'irregular practices'

The bishops addressed departures from acceptable Church norms regarding the handling of cremated remains and the time and place of eulogies, among other 'liturgical anomalies' during funerals.

Young Catholics at Eastern African assembly welcome opportunity to engage directly with bishops

At the Association of Member Episcopal Conferences in Eastern Africa plenary assembly this week, young delegates are sharing their concerns and offering recommendations to Church leaders.

5 things to know about St. Bridget of Sweden, mystic and mother

On July 23, the Catholic Church celebrates the feast day of St. Bridget of Sweden, a mystic of the Middle Ages who was a wife and mother of eight children.

Federal guidance on religious liberty reflects church autonomy, parental rights rulings

The update is the first revision to the guidance since 2017.