Pope Leo hails 250th anniversary of 3 Slovak dioceses carved from the Habsburgs

Three dioceses in what is now Slovakia mark 250 years, a story that winds through Habsburg politics, a suspected forgery, and communist-era intrigue.

Study finds nearly 70% of Catholics who have not gone to confession in the past year want to go

The Catholic Pulse Report finds that God's mercy remains the top draw for both regulars and those who have not received the sacrament in the last year.

8 things to know and share about the Annunciation

The angel Gabriel appeared to Mary to announce the incarnation of Christ. Here are eight things to know and share about the event and how we celebrate it.

Venerable Fulton Sheen beatification set for Sept. 24 in St. Louis

The announcement of the beatification Mass in Missouri fell on the the solemnity of the Annunciation, as Sheen "spent his life continuing the work of the Archangel Gabriel."

Belgian radio station apologizes after smashing statues of Jesus, Blessed Mother

The video featuring the destruction of sacred images was "intended as a humorous piece," the station said.

Vatican calls for ethical framework on use of animal organs in humans

The Pontifical Academy for Life said the growing field of xenotransplantation requires international standards and ethical oversight.

Australian bishop named to top Vatican legal post

Pope Leo XIV appointed Bishop Anthony Randazzo of Broken Bay as head of the Legislative Texts office.

Pope Leo XIV explains why the priesthood is reserved to men

The pope also invited Catholics to pray for priestly vocations.

Mexican bishop: Listen to abuse victims with empathy and without prejudice

Auxiliary Bishop Francisco Javier Acero emphasized the need to truly listen to abuse victims and not let other interests, like careerism or clericalism, stand in the way of victims' proper care.

Security fears prompt changes to Holy Week and Easter celebrations in Iraq

Iraq's Christians are signifcantly scaling back Palm Sunday and Easter observances amid ongoing security concerns due to the Iran war.