Young members of the Order of Malta help the homeless in St. Peter's Square

Every Tuesday, volunteers gather near St. Peter's Square to provide food to the homeless.

New apostolate to atheists and agnostics takes off in Spain

The conversion of Javier Huerta has led to the establishment of "Encuentros Siloé," a new apostolate dedicated to making the reasonableness of faith accessible to atheists and agnostics.

U.S. bishops name members of AI task force formed in response to encyclical

U.S. bishops formed the task force after meeting with AI experts and executives in September to identify how the Church could help shape the moral foundations of AI.

Exorcist Father Ripperger agrees to 1-year 'fast' from public speaking

The prominent priest agreed to Denver Archbishop James Golka's request, which the archdiocese says will allow him to focus on his religious community and the people it serves.

Pope Leo XIV cleared to leave hospital Saturday after successful surgery

The Vatican said the pontiff will lead the Angelus from the Vatican as usual on Sunday.

Apostolic nuncio urges human-centered approach to technology at G20 Interfaith Forum

Archbishop Gabriele Caccia, apostolic nuncio to the U.S., and leaders from the Muslim, Orthodox Christian, Hindu, Jewish, and Latter-day Saint traditions participated in the forum's opening day.

Notre Dame, Boston College professors among new members of Vatican theological commission

The Vatican announced 24 new members to the International Theological Commission on Monday.

Ukrainian priest forcibly conscripted, could be sent to front lines

Despite repeated efforts to provide proof of his clergy status and ongoing pastoral service, the authorities rejected his documentation and sent him to a military training center.

Pope Leo XIV speaks with Zelenskyy about humanitarian ceasefire in Ukraine

The pontiff raised the humanitarian crisis in the Kherson region and reiterated the Holy See's commitment to dialogue and peace, days after speaking with Russian President Vladimir Putin.

Pope leads pilgrims in prayer 1 day after leaving hospital

The pontiff, five days after undergoing surgery for cancer, said he would "gradually resume my activities."