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Defending marriage ‘is not against anyone’s dignity,’ Polish bishops say

As an EU court presses member states to recognize same-sex "marriages," Poland's bishops insist defending marriage takes nothing from anyone's dignity.

Former Russian Orthodox ‘foreign minister’ freed after Czech drug probe

Metropolitan Hilarion, once tipped as successor to Patriarch Kirill, was released without charges after Czech police found an unidentified substance in his vehicle.

Young Catholics drive record crowds for Chartres Pilgrimage in France

Nearly 20,000 people from 22 countries took part in the three-day walk. An internal study of the pilgrims this year looked at their faith, practice, and motivations.

Neocatechumenal Way to conclude diocesan phase of co-founder’s cause for canonization

The cause for canonization began in 2022 with nearly 30,000 pages of documentation. More than 118,000 people have visited her tomb, and favors are continually received through her intercession.

St. Philip Neri, the ‘Apostle of Rome,’ is an example of Christian charity and zeal

Deep in the catacombs, St. Philip Neri had his spiritual epiphany on the eve of Pentecost in 1544. Today, May 26, is his feast day.

Pedro Ballester’s sainthood cause advances after life of faith and suffering

The Diocese of Salford announced that a young adult from England who died at 21 of cancer is on the way to possibly being named a saint.

Polish initiative aims to ensure every euro reaches Lebanese families in need

Lebanon in Need combines European financial regulation with Church and humanitarian expertise on the ground, seeking to ensure that aid reaches Lebanese families quickly, transparently, and credibly.

Hundreds of churches open doors to all as Europe marks ‘night of churches’

The annual ecumenical initiative invites believers and nonbelievers to explore hundreds of churches, chapels, and synagogues across the Czech Republic, Austria, and Slovakia on May 29.

Spain archbishop says Catholics feel ‘incredible expectation’ at pope’s upcoming trip to Spain

Archbishop José Cobo Cano of Madrid, Spain, said he hopes Pope Leo XIV's visit will help Catholics "look up and take a step forward."

Malta pro-life campaign challenges 6 parties on abortion, euthanasia

A leading pro-life nongovernmental organization is asking Malta's six political parties to declare publicly — yes or no — whether they would back abortion or euthanasia laws ahead of the May 30 vote.