Pope Leo XIV prays for parents who have suffered the loss of a baby

God's "divine love gives meaning to the life of every person and, far from ending with death, invites us to a new fullness in eternity," the pope said.

Chaldean archbishop urges patriarch to defend Iraqi Christian town's identity

Archbishop Bashar Matti Warda appealed to the Chaldean Patriarch Paul III Nona to be a voice for Ankawa, Iraq's largest Christian district.

Fact check: Did Iceland really 'eradicate' Down syndrome in that country?

A viral online controversy revived the claim that Iceland aborts nearly every baby with Down syndrome; Catholic sources on the ground and Iceland's own data point to a more complicated reality.

Prague cathedral inaugurates new organ in rare 'awakening' ceremony

During the inauguration, Prague's archbishop performed an unusual rite of "awakening" the new organ, addressing the instrument and asking it to fill the cathedral with music.

Pope Leo XIV: Spain is an example of unity despite differences

The pontiff reflected on his recent apostolic journey to Spain during his general audience on June 17.

Mexican bishop amid World Cup playoffs: 'We have Jesus Christ as our captain'

Bishop Ramón Castro said Catholics need to work together as a team, emphasizing Christ's saving action amid trials and pointing out the need for more laborers in Christ's vineyard, the Church.

Shortage of Communion hosts in Cuba prompts aid from Church in Panama and Puerto Rico

The unreliability of electricity in Cuba has limited the production of Communion hosts, forcing the Cuban Church to ask bishops and priest to ration the distribution of the Eucharist.

Catholic bishops of England and Wales react to reintroduction of assisted suicide bill

On Wednesday, Labour member of Parliament Lauren Edwards reintroduced the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill, which failed to pass the House of Lords in April.

Church in European Union calls for preserving outer space as the common heritage of humanity

A conference organized by the Catholic Church emphasized the need to address issues of growing concern as nations and private actors are increasingly involved in space exploration and activities.

10 years, 100,000 deaths: How Canada became the euthanasia capital of the world

Assisted suicide is a leading cause of death in the North American country 10 years after it was legalized, but pro-life advocates are continuing to push back.