U.S. bishops focus on young people, artificial intelligence in Labor Day message

The Labor Day message echoed Pope Leo XIV's encyclical Magnifica Humanitas on artificial intelligence.

Pope Leo XIV to seminarians: 'As I look at each of you, I see the marvelousness of God'

The pope told the seminarians that the call of God is gratuitous and not based on any merit of theirs, adding that their presence is a sign of hope for the Church in that God continues to call.

10 years a saint: The truth about Mother Teresa's care for the dying

Critics of the devout religious superior have for years alleged that she refused to administer anesthetics to the sick and dying at her mission in Calcutta.

Pope Leo XIV to Arab-region churches: 'Do not be afraid of your smallness'

The pope met with members of the Council of Latin Bishops of the Arab Regions on Thursday in Rome, offering a message of hope and encouragement in the midst of crisis and uncertainty.

Pope Leo XIV points to St. John Henry Newman as a model for education today

The pontiff urged Oxford scholars to seek truth courageously and promote an education rooted in human dignity, justice and the common good.

Lourdes Shrine finalizes preparations for Pope Leo XIV's visit as registration caps at 150,000

Preparations for Pope Leo XIV's visit to Lourdes are in full swing. Registration has been capped to ensure adequate services for those in attendance.

True ecological conversion passes through the Eucharist, says International Theological Commission

An International Theological Commission document sets out a Christian vision of humanity's relationship with creation.

Maine high court says father can prevent daughter from attending mother's church

The mother will appeal to the U.S. Supreme Court over the ruling from the state court, attorneys said.

Cardinal Cupich, Catholic religious sisters sue Illinois to halt assisted suicide law

The state recently began allowing doctors to help patients kill themselves by prescribing lethal doses of medication.

Hong Kong judges uphold Cardinal Zen's conviction over fund to help protesters

Zen and four others face monetary fines, but it's unclear whether they will face further prosecution.