Pope Leo set August 22, day of the feast of the Queenship of Mary, as a day of prayer and fasting for peace in the Holy Land and Ukraine.
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Amazon Bishops Called to Evangelize, Defend the People, and Care for Creation
Pope Leo XIV urged bishops to focus their pastoral work on proclaiming the Gospel, treating peoples fairly, and caring for our common home.
Celine and Don Woznica Receive Bishop McCarthy Award 2025
Celine and Don Woznica were awarded the 2025 Bishop McCarthy Spirit of Mission Award for their ministry with newly arrived migrants in Chicago.
Catholic Charities Continues Support of Refugees Despite Funding Cuts
Federal funding cuts for U.S. resettlement program left families divided, staff laid off, and refugee communities facing uncertainty.
Our Planet Earth: A Maryknoll Reflection
Maryknoll Sister Mary Ellen Manz reflects on God’s call to care for planet Earth, our common home, in this Scripture reflection.
Conflict in Gaza: 12,000 Children Suffer From Acute Malnutrition
In addition to acute malnutrition, the population in Gaza faces disease, displacement, and unsanitary conditions amid a prolonged war.
Catholics in Los Angeles Come Together to Help Others Amid Deportation Fear
In Los Angeles, the fear of deportation has turned into an organized solidarity movement among Catholics to help affected families.
Drama in Kenya: Accusations of Witchcraft Drive Elderly from Their Homes
In Kenya’s Kilifi region, some elderly people are accused of witchcraft and forced to live in shelters or are killed so that others can take their property.
Choose Faith: A Maryknoll Reflection
A Maryknoll lay missioner in Tanzania who serves children, youth and adults living with HIV/AIDS reflects on the Sunday Mass readings.
Franciscan Monastery that Survived Nagasaki Atomic Blast Stands as Messenger of Peace
A Nagasaki Franciscan monastery founded by St. Kolbe survived the atomic blast and still spreads peace and faith 80 years later.
Irish Lay Missioner and a Child Among Kidnapped at Haiti Orphanage
An Irish lay missioner and a child were among several kidnapped during a gang attack on a Haitian orphanage amid ongoing unrest.
Pope Tells Youth: ‘Don’t Settle for Less,’ God Will Transform Your Life
Pope Leo XIV closed the weeklong Youth Jubilee with a rousing message preached during a Mass attended by 1 million people.
Against the Odds, CRS Has Delivered Aid to 1.7 Million in Gaza since 2023
Despite war, the risk of famine, and aid blockades, CRS and its partners have delivered aid to 1.7 million people in Gaza since 2023.
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