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Newly identified St. Augustine sermons explore troubling Bible passage

The medieval texts examine King Saul’s consultation with the medium of Endor and suggest that Israel’s first king may ultimately have repented and received God’s mercy.

Catholic prison ministry brings sacraments, mercy, and community to those behind bars

Prison Ministry Awareness Sunday was observed July 26, highlighting the Church’s call to remember those who are incarcerated.

Charles Carroll Legacy Gala to celebrate U.S. founder, support faithful‑citizenship course

The Aug. 2 event honoring Charles Carroll is hosted by the Faithful Citizenship Institute, which brings policymakers together to infuse Catholic social teaching into their work.

Archbishop Wenski meets lawmakers to gain support for Haitian migrants amid deportation fears

The Department of Homeland Security defended its policy, saying temporary protected status was not meant to be permanent.

Brownsville, Texas, bishop addresses plight of nun, others like her facing deportation

“We can be a nation of both respect for law and of well-considered compassion for persons at risk in their own countries,” Bishop Daniel Flores said.

UK’s Burnham says assisted dying debate must follow fixes to palliative care

“Personally, I think there’s something that needs to happen first, and that’s the fixing of the funding of palliative care and social care,” U.K. Prime Minister Andy Burnham said.

U.S. bishops’ solidarity fund backs pope’s call for unity with Church in Africa

A grant from the U.S. bishops has helped religious sisters in the Central African Republic reach remote areas on bicycles.

Inaugural Catholic military conference to feature keynote on just war theory

University of Notre Dame theology professor Joseph Capizzi will deliver the keynote address at the Nov. 9–11 event with the theme “Living and Serving Justly.”

Parish named for Sts. Martha, Mary, and Lazarus keeps the faith on Chicago’s South Side

A parish under the three siblings’ patronage celebrates unity as it marks the July 29 feast day of the three friends of Jesus.

Rhode Island shooting suspect was recipient of miraculous healing decreed by Vatican in 2025

Police say 19-year-old Tyquan Johnson is facing arrest for felony assault with a firearm in connection with a double shooting in Newport on July 19.