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Well-traveled Pope Leo knows Spain better than many Spaniards, author says

As an ordinary priest, prior general of the Augustinans and the bishop of Chiclayo, Pope Leo XIV traveled extensively in Spain, gaining firsthand knowledge of the country and its people.

Catholic law firm offers guidelines to help school districts uphold parental rights

Guidelines urge districts to “immediately and expressly adopt a parental notice and opt-out policy,” which provides prominent and regular notice that will reach all parents.

U.S. bishops echo Pope Leo’s concern of AI use in war

The bishops urged that “judgments over life and death, the gravest of human challenges, must remain bound to our living consciences.”

World’s oldest priest dies at 110

Ordained in 1950, Father Bruno Kant served the Diocese of Fulda in Germany for decades. After retiring from active ministry, he remained a confidant, pastor, and spiritual guide for many parishioners.

Illinois diocese asks court to block law requiring it to hire nonbelievers

The Diocese of Springfield says the state Human Rights Act violates its religious freedom, including the right to hire workers who agree with its religious mission.

Prague archbishop, German ambassador mark post-WWII massacre

During the Diocese of Litoměřice's Year of Reconciliation, Archbishop Stanislav Přibyl led a pilgrimage and Mass honoring hundreds killed in Czechoslovakia in 1945.

Institute on Religion and Democracy launches ecumenical ‘Christians for Capitalism’ project

The IRD plans to hold events, publish articles, and offer a semester-long fellowship through its "Christians for Capitalism" project.

U.S. bishops issue wish list to Congress on funding for migration

“Our perspectives on these matters are grounded in Scripture and Catholic teaching, including our belief in the inherent and inviolable dignity of every person,” U.S. bishops wrote to lawmakers.

Archdiocese of Washington removes prominent exorcist over remarks linking UFOs to demonic activity

Monsignor Stephen Rossetti's claims about aerial phenomena and demons "gravely undermined" the Church's teachings, Cardinal Robert McElroy said.

Sister Blandina’s canonization cause clears theological review

“There was no debate” among Vatican theologians, but it was rather a “celebration,” petitioner Allen Sanchez said.