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As pope warns of ‘pandemic of loneliness,’ Caritas Lithuania offers a Catholic answer

One year after its launch, the “Caritas Listens” hotline has logged more than 67,000 minutes of conversations with older adults seeking comfort, connection, and a listening ear.

Catholic religious sisters share global ministry with Queen Camilla in landmark meeting

Representatives of the International Union of Superiors General met with Queen Camilla to share the impact of their work over the past year, particularly with vulnerable women and girls.

9 tips to combat pornography during summer vacation

Free time during summer vacation can increase the risk of falling into pornography use, but a change in routine can also become an opportunity to leave the habit behind.

Ferrán Torres, the Catholic forward who won the World Cup for Spain

Torres stands out for his Catholic faith within the Spanish national team, alongside coach Luis de la Fuente.

World Cup: Ahead of final, bishop warns against making sports an idol

After noting the benefits of sports for athletes and fans, Bishop José Munilla of Spain pointed out the pitfalls of exaggerating their value and turning the game and star players into idols.

Scottish teacher takes legal action after dismissal over pro-life views

A Scottish teacher fights discrimination, Christians face heightened attacks in Egypt, Filipino bishops pledge to end mental health stigma, and more in this week’s Catholic world news roundup.

Andy Burnham’s Catholic identity in spotlight as he prepares to take over as UK prime minister

As the United Kingdom moves to select its seventh prime minister in a decade, how might Andy Burnham’s Catholic roots affect his leadership?

Swiss churches warn end of clergy military exemption will hurt pastoral care

Four of Switzerland’s largest Christian bodies say the government abolished the clergy’s military service exemption without consulting them, a move one bishop called “a lack of respect for society.”

Mother of euthanized 25-year-old Spanish woman says her daughter was raped twice

“I have decided to file a complaint against the men who caused my daughter so much harm. I am doing this because I feel that is what she wanted,” said Yolanda Ramos, the mother of of Noelia Castillo.

Amnesty International UK apologizes for calling Christian groups ‘anti-rights’

“We regret that this briefing was uploaded to our website without going through the established internal review processes,” Amnesty International UK said.