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Catholics process in Washington, head to Congress in solidarity with migrants

The Mass, procession, and rally brought out more than 100 Catholics. Following the events, some attendees met with congressional staffers about the dignity of migrants.

U.S. religious freedom commission urges Trump to press for release of religious prisoners

The U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom made the plea ahead of Chinese President Xi Jinping’s Sept. 24 trip to Washington, D.C.

Trump asks Cissie Lynch, granddaughter of Billy Graham, to be religious freedom ambassador

The author and radio host said it would be a “great honor and privilege” to serve if she is confirmed by the U.S. Senate.

Catholic doctors say both Eastern and Western spirituality are required to heal the whole person

The Catholic Medical Association at its 95th annual educational conference held in Phoenix Sept. 10–12 focused on how the Eastern Catholic Church can help Western medicine promote human flourishing.

Daughter of imprisoned Christian Syrian urges Trump to intervene

Christian Solidarity International (CSI) is calling for U.S. governmental intervention after Suleiman Khalil was arrested and detained Feb. 8, 2025.

Capuchin bishops reflect on dual calling as friars and diocesan shepherds

At a gathering in Assisi, Italy, prelates considered how prayer, poverty, and closeness to the people can shape their governance and pastoral care of dioceses.

UK Parliament rejects assisted suicide bill

“The true measure of a compassionate society is its willingness to support people through difficult circumstances rather than encouraging them to end their lives,” Archbishop John Sherrington said.

Why St. Nicholas of Tolentino is the patron of souls in purgatory

For St. Nicholas of Tolentino, the Catholic imperative to pray for the dead was made very real to him when a deceased friend appeared to him asking for prayers.

A doctor and a biologist in Spain embrace life as consecrated virgins

In a special rite, the women embraced a life of consecrated virginity for the sake of Christ and service to his Church.

Liechtenstein parliament backs abortion initiative, but prince has the last word

The tiny European principality’s hereditary prince has announced he will block the measure, setting up a constitutional standoff.