Fatima at 100: Story of apparitions continues to attract attention

While conversion and prayer are at the heart of Mary's messages at Fatima, Portugal, the miracles and unexplained phenomenon that accompanied the events 100 years ago continue to intrigue believers and nonbelievers alike.

How the church determines a true Marian apparition

When it comes to Marian apparitions, the Catholic Church prudently focuses more on the message than the miracle. in the past century, fewer than 20 cases have received church approval out of 1,500 reports of visions.

Atop Mount Nebo, Christians pray for those in Mideast facing violence

The international English-language service drew scores of Jordanians and others from around the world to the historic basilica.

Arts festival showcases excellence in Catholic schools

The Showcase of Excellence program this spring will take place at six locations featuring the academic and fine arts work of students at 65 Catholic schools throughout the archdiocese. Find a Showcase location near you.

Three saints for the three pillars of Lent

Consider St. Katharine Drexel, St. Ignatius of Loyola and Venerable Matt Talbot when practicing prayer, fasting and almsgiving this lenten season, writes Effie Caldarola.

Bishop Moynihan dies; called ‘true shepherd,’ example of ‘discipleship’

Retired Bishop James M. Moynihan, who served as the ninth bishop of the Diocese of Syracuse from 1995 to 2009, died March 6. He was 84.

Michael Novak, noted theologian, philosopher and author, dies at 83

UPDATED - Michael Novak, a Catholic philosopher, theologian and author who was highly regarded for his religious scholarship and intellectual independence, died Feb. 17 at his home in Washington.

Bishop Lohmuller: A long, rich life in service to the church

At his death last week at 97, the retired bishop was the oldest in the U.S. and longest serving priest in Philadelphia. "His purpose in life was to serve the church,” said a friend. Read his full obituary ahead of the funeral on Wednesday.

Father Scanlan, college and church leader, dies at age 85

Franciscan Father Michael Scanlan, whose name is almost synonymous with the Franciscan University of Steubenville, died Jan. 7 at Garvey Manor, a Catholic nursing home in Hollidaysburg, Pennsylvania, after a long illness.

Chicago priests among Cubs fans still celebrating historic Series win

Both Fathers Michael Novick and John Clemens are lifelong fans of the Chicago Cubs, and with the rest of Chicago, they are celebrating the Cubs winning the World Series and breaking the famous and dreaded 108-year curse.