Georgetown gathering seeks to overcome polarization within church
Led by Cardinal Cupich and Archbishop Gomez, whom some perceive as representing "liberal" and "conservative" perspectives, respectively, in the American Catholic Church, the conference aims to overcome long-standing divides.
Nun-activist who protests ‘immoral’ U.S. nuclear weapons focus of film
From her petite frame, knit sweater and snow-white hair, it would be difficult to guess that 88-year-old Sister Megan Rice, a member of the Society of the Holy Child Jesus, recently spent two years behind bars for a felony.
Priests’ group recommends revisions in U.S. priestly formation
An organization of 1,200 priests wants changes in the way seminarians are prepared for ministry so that the U.S. Catholic Church can better address challenges that include declining membership and falling seminary enrollment.
Pedaling to the peripheries: Bishop to lead team in bike ride across Iowa
Bishop Zinkula will exchange his miter for a bicycle helmet to lead the diocese's "Pedaling to the Peripheries" team of 20 bicyclists and support crew for RAGBRAI XLVI.
Pontifical Commission for Latin America proposes synod on women
The Catholic Church in Latin America must recognize and appreciate the role of women and end the practice of using them solely as submissive laborers in the parish.
Vatican announces consistory to approve canonizations
The May 19 consistory, which the Vatican announced April 11, will most likely confirm the canonization dates of Blesseds Paul VI and Oscar Romero.
Uncut diamonds: Forming priests in today’s ‘change of age’
Seminary rector and Allentown Diocese priest, Msgr. Andrew Baker, writes of how seminarians are learning how to share a relationship with Christ and his church joyfully with others as disciples, not simply shepherds.
Fifty years after release, ‘Humanae Vitae’ praised as prophetic encyclical
The symposium was titled "Embracing God's Vision for Marriage, Love and Life," and brought together experts on a variety of topics related to the encyclical's teachings on human sexuality and family life.
Bishops on both sides of Mexico border criticize troop deployment
The Mexican bishops' conference criticized U.S. President Donald Trump's plan to deploy National Guard troops to the U.S.-Mexico border and issued a strong defense of migrants.
In Canada, prayers, tears for victims of Humboldt Broncos tragedy
The 15 dead included 10 hockey players between the ages of 16 and 21, the team coach, radio broadcaster, bus driver and other team personnel.