Remembering Pope Francis: 9 Moments That Defined His Legacy
On the first anniversary of Pope Francis’ death, we remember the late pontiff and some of the most significant moments of his papacy.
Pope Leo XIV Will Be Able to Speak Spanish in This African Nation
Under Spanish sovereignty for nearly two centuries, Spain’s legacy in Equatorial Guinea endures to this day.
Pope Leo XIV Recalls Pope Francis a Year After His Death
During the flight from Angola to Equatorial Guinea, Leo praised his predecessor's concern for the poor and his message of mercy and fraternity.
What the World Missed When the Pope Returned to St. Augustine’s Homeland
COMMENTARY: At the Basilica of St. Augustine, Pope Leo XIV pointed beyond the headlines and recalled Augustine’s vision of the human heart — restless and seeking its rest in God.
Charlotte Diocese Says Priest Did Not Violate Conduct Policies During Confession With Teens
Several families at Charlotte Catholic High School alleged that a priest asked their teenage daughters ‘inappropriate’ questions during confession in December, but the diocese found no wrongdoing.
Hundreds of Men to Be Ordained in US in 2026
Ordinands on average are 33 years old and are lifelong Catholics preparing for diocesan ministry, according to the 2026 survey by The Center for Applied Research in the Apostolate (CARA).
Supreme Court to Hear Colorado Catholic Preschools’ Religious Freedom Suit
Catholic parents in Colorado are anticipating the results of an ongoing lawsuit over a Colorado “universal” preschool tuition program as the U.S. Supreme Court has just agreed to hear the case.
American Jewish Leaders Extol Pope John Paul II’s Legacy on Historic Synagogue Visit Anniversary
On the occasion of the 40th anniversary of Pope John Paul II’s Rome synagogue visit, American Jewish and Catholic leaders promoted shared priorities.
Gen Z Catholics and the Growing Divide Over Israel
Some see younger Catholics’ skepticism of Israel’s actions as a shift away from outdated ideology, while others warn that online formation is fostering hate.
PHOTOS: Pope Leo XIV Visits Elderly Home, Says Mass for 60,000 in Angola
A look in photos at Pope Leo XIV’s eighth day of his apostolic journey to Africa.