3 young Lebanese men turn small Bible study into largest in the Middle East

More than 3,000 people have joined a growing Catholic Bible study initiative in Lebanon as organizers launch more days and times throughout the country and beyond.

7 lesser-known apostles and where Catholics can encounter them today

Not many details are known about some of Jesus' closest followers — here are some of their names and where their relics and tombs can be found today.

The dangerous journey home for Christian communities in southern Lebanon

With the usual roads damaged or inaccessible, residents must travel in organized convoys through military checkpoints and Israeli-occupied territory, an ordeal some call "road to Calvary."

Pope Leo XIV calls for peace in Ukraine after Russian attacks

The pontiff also reflected on the importance of fraternal correction among members of the Church.

The Priests: The Irish trio bringing sacred music to the world

From singing together as students at a boarding school in the 1970s to being discovered by Sony in 2008 and making four albums, the priests have always sought to evangelize through sacred music.

Guinean youth heading to West African Youth Day encouraged to be missionaries

Archbishop François Sylla challenged the youth delegation to see themselves as active members of the Church as they head to the youth celebration in Ghana.

Cardinal Burke to lead international Rosary Rally in Amsterdam

Catholic cardinal presides over Rosary Rally in Holland, Norway celebrates 100 years since first Mass, Scottish sisters to stand trial for abuse, and more in this week's world news round up.

'The Bible in a Year' podcast is back — this time for the whole family

"The Bible in a Year: Family Edition," hosted by Father Josh Johnson, launches on Jan. 1, 2027.

European bishops warn against allowing erasure of 'theological reality' of baptismal records

The bishops argued that allowing the baptized to erase their records would encroach on religious liberty and negatively affect internal Church matters.

Accused killer of Kansas priest declared not competent at murder trial

Gary Hermesch was arrested in April 2025 for allegedly murdering Father Arul Carasala in Seneca, Kansas.