Work of vocation directors vital to church’s future, says archbishop

Archbishop Jorge Patron Wong, secretary for seminaries at the Vatican's Congregation for Clergy, understands the need to affirm, assist and support priests involved in vocation ministry.

Syrian priest says church carries on its ministry to people amid strife

After telling parishioners and students in the religious education program at Our Lady of Guadalupe at St. James Parish about what is happening in Syria, Father Rodrigo Miranda was impressed that a 13-year-old girl was one of the first to respond.

Vatican says bishop’s dismissal not the result of sex abuse

The dismissal of a controversial Paraguayan bishop was because of failings of governance and friction with fellow bishops, the Vatican said. Bishop Rogelio Livieres Plano described his dismissal as a case of "ideological persecution" because of his opposition to liberation theology.

English Catholic bishop resigns, admits affair with woman

UPDATED -- Bishop Kieran Conry, chairman of the Department of Evangelization and Catechesis of the Bishops' Conference of England and Wales, said, "I don't think people will say I have been a bad bishop. But I can't defend myself. I did wrong."

Respect Life Sunday launches yearlong pro-life program

The Catholic Church in the U.S. licks off its annual focus on life Sunday, Oct. 5. In a statement, Boston Cardinal O'Malley referenced women facing an unexpected pregnancy, babies pre-diagnosed with mental disabilities, and the elderly, calling them "our brothers and sisters pushed to the periphery" by life-threatening decisions.

Business leaders explore ways to carry Catholic values to the office

Don't neglect the dollars, but order your priorities by putting first things first, said a venture capitalist at a conference for business executives. A Catholic draws on his or her formation in every interaction with colleagues, customers or investors, said a CEO.

Lying is (almost) always wrong

Father Ken Doyle answers a CCD teacher's question about lying -- yes it is wrong, but there is wiggle room in the church's teaching on the topic.

Syrian refugees’ reactions mixed to airstrikes against Islamic State

Ask Syrian refugees sheltering in neighboring Jordan about the advent of U.S.-led strikes against Islamic State militants in their homeland, and the reactions will be mixed.

Vatican media need to ‘up their game,’ says adviser

A new papal commission is looking at how Vatican media outlets can better communicate the church's message "of healing, of love, of hope, and of generosity of spirit," said the panel's leader.

Vatican official calls for shared responsibility in protecting planet

Cardinal Pietro Parolin told the U.N. Climate Summit that "warming of the climate system is unequivocal. It is a very serious problem which ... has grave consequences for the most vulnerable sectors of society and, clearly, for future generations."