News
Bishop Shanahan student brings home hope from visit with pope
After traveling to Rome with a youth delegation led by Archbishop Nelson Pérez, junior Sam Gorman is looking to help teens "make time for listening to God, and see how he is working" in their lives.
Chesco parish offers ‘Healing in the Light of Hope’
SS. Simon and Jude Parish in West Chester will host a Nov. 7 Scripture-based meditation on finding Christ in the midst of life's storms, led by Dr. Theresa Burke.
In Ukraine, Basilian sisters pitch in and prepare for war’s consequences
Since Russia launched its full-scale invasion in February, members of the order have been caring for refugees, educating students, raising funds, visiting wounded soldiers and sending aid to the front lines.
Chicago’s Father Michael Pfleger is removed from ministry over abuse allegation
The popular priest and outspoken advocate against gun violence, gangs, poverty and racism will stand down as the Chicago Archdiocese reviews allegations of abuse involving a minor more than 30 years ago.
Pope hails new Catholic-Jewish study center in Poland
The Abraham J. Heschel Center for Catholic-Jewish Relations at the Catholic University of Lublin will "foster appreciation of the common heritage, not only of the two religions, but also of the two peoples," said Pope Francis Oct. 19.
‘Walking with Moms in Need’ helps expectant, new moms ‘where they’re at’
Data is still pending on the U.S. bishops' outreach to vulnerable pregnant women, but early indications paint an encouraging picture.
Bishop Seitz criticizes expansion of Title 42 to ‘vulnerable’ Venezuelans
Under the new rules, Venezuelans who cross the border illegally are being be deported to Mexico, a move that will have "an immediate impact" on border communities, said Bishop Mark Seitz of El Paso.
Dissidents, Catholic leaders want famous Minsk church reopened after fire
Belarus officials have been accused of intimidation after the Church of Sts. Simon and Helena, popularly dubbed the Red Church, was ordered to close following a suspicious Sept. 26 blaze.
Pope announces a second session for Synod of Bishops assembly
The additional gathering, scheduled to take place in October 2024, will allow for more time to discern how the Holy Spirit is calling the church to grow in "synodality," said the pope Oct. 16.
‘Boot Up Philly’ drive provides firm footing for those in need
St. John's Hospice, an archdiocesan ministry to those in homelessness, will distribute critically needed footwear and winter essentials to hundreds Oct. 22, and you can help.