Vatican News

Will Catholic colleges follow the University of Chicago as it shifts its social sciences classes to fully analog instruction this fall? At least one says it may.

Marjorie Dannenfelser, head of Susan B. Anthony Pro-Life America, explains her support for Dr. Heidi Overton and previews the nominee’s confirmation battle on Capitol Hill.

Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Gary said that while roughly 99% of those who had lost power have now had it restored, significant needs remain among residents recovering from the recent storms.

Dolly Parton’s “life shows what can grow from faith, perseverance, imagination, and love for one's neighbors — even from humble beginnings,” the Diocese of Knoxville reported.

Several hundred deaths have been reported so far after a glacial collapse drove catastrophic flooding on the Nepal-China border.

The “Nurturing Unity Through Communication” seminar will take place at the Pontifical University of the Holy Cross from Feb. 2–4, 2027.

The pontiff met on Aug. 27 with participants of a conference promoted by the Pontifical Commission for Latin America.

He warned Catholic legislators of their responsibility to be leaders in AI regulation during a peace summit in Assisi, Italy.

The upcoming 2030 millennium commemorates 1,000 years since the pivotal Battle of Stiklestad in 1030, where King Olav Haraldsson was martyred.

Inspired by Pope Leo’s call for communion, the Catholic initiative is working to build unity in the Church and the nation.

As in all such cases of an apparent manifestation of the Real Presence, the local Church is duly investigating the phenomenon and urging the faithful not to draw any conclusions.

Through sacred art, a neighboring parish is paying tribute to the Annunciation parish community in Minneapolis after the deadly shooting last year.

Two Augustinian priests living in Rome explain why the woman they refer to as their “grandmother” continues to be a source of hope and inspiration.

The Aug. 26 ruling ordered Yona Schreiber to be committed to an inpatient treatment facility for a maximum six years, though he may be released early at the discretion of the facility.

The pontiff made Vanity Fair’s annual Best Dressed list this month in “the originals” category, but what is it about his papal style that the fashion world finds compelling?

Archbishop Paul Gallagher emphasized that the conflict much be resolved through the political and diplomatic process and for the need to step up cooperation on humanitarian issues.

Christian leaders in the Holy Land said the Israeli ambassador to the Holy See’s characterization was inconsistent with the documented pattern of attacks and incursions affecting Taybeh.

Bishops said rigid vetting rules could prolong children’s custody stays beyond the nearly 190‑day fiscal 2026 average.

“Nobody is trying to push sharia law on anyone else, just like I hope nobody is trying to push canon law on anybody else,” Abdul El-Sayed said during a Fox News interview.

A Los Angeles resident has sued the city government alleging that the displays violate the establishment clause of the U.S. Constitution.

From May to August, the pope has dedicated his Wednesday general audiences to reflecting on the liturgy. Here is a recap of what he said.

U.S. District Judge Jeannette Vargas rebuked the Trump administration for what she said was a “direct” infringement on normal federal policy rules.

Officials said Saint-Simon Catholic Church on the Acadian Peninsula was a “total loss” after a massive blaze destroyed it.

Poland’s bishops are raising concerns about mandatory “health education” classes as the school year begins.

The consecration to be carried out by the bishop is part of the “Great Reconquest” initiative promoted by the Hesed Institute with the arrival in Brazil of the pilgrim statue of St. Michael.

The pontiff’s Aug. 26 general audience addressed the reasons for the Church’s recent liturgical reforms.

Besides affirming the existence of demons based on Scripture, tradition, and the magisterium, the symposium emphasized the need to discern between genuine demonic activity and mental illness.

After reviewing a joint investigation, Cardinal Blase Cupich, archbishop of Chicago, has approved Father Michael Pfleger to return to ministry “effective immediately.”

Last year, 18-year-old Lexi Arguello died after complications from a late-term abortion. Activists say staff waited too long to call 911 — and note that women continue to be injured at the clinic.

While faith leaders describe conditions in El Salvador as “unsafe,” the U.S. government has classified the country as a low-risk destination.

The archdiocese said the parish had no participation in a demonstration that moved into the church, nor did it give permission for its filming.

Shepherding Future Shepherds, an initiative through the International Institute for Culture, will partner with the Avila Institute’s High Calling program.

An expert witness had briefly addressed the topic of mortal sin and suicide before objections from Clancy’s defense team.

The state agreed to a federal court order amid a suit brought by the Diocese of Springfield and Bishop Thomas Paprocki.

The Vatican has been reviewing the bylaws for Germany’s planned Synodal Conference since late March, with the panel’s first meeting in doubt for November.

Archbishop Paul Gallagher met with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov on Aug. 25.

Paralleling trends elsewhere, at Harvard University more young people than ever are joining the Catholic Church.

The pontiff appointed Patrick Kelly as a member of the Dicastery for the Laity, the Family, and Life on Aug. 25.

Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa assured Christians in the Holy Land they “will not be abandoned,” said Michael LaCivita, communications director at Catholic Near East Welfare Association.

France’s highest constitutional authority has carved out conscience protections for Catholic institutions and pharmacists, which was welcomed by Archbishop Laurent Ulrich of Paris.

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago and Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Gary will each receive $100,000 to aid in their efforts for Midwest storm relief.

Catholic parishes and Catholic Charities in Nevada are responding with aid amid an ongoing wildfire that has caused mass evacuations in the Reno area.

With Archbishop Paul Gallagher’s visit to Moscow this week, the Vatican continues to try to be a facilitator in bringing about a peaceful resolution to the Russia-Ukraine war.

Texas A&M University posted the biggest jump, rising about 69% from 121 to 204 adults entering the Church over the past two academic years.

“The people of God must know that the priest is with them, that he is for them, and that he acts only with their best interest in mind,” Archbishop Salvatore Cordileone told 14 newly ordained priests.

The pontiff reflected on military values in a private audience with the Military Ordinariate of Portugal on Aug. 24.

An expert in religious tourism explains the importance of the work of shrines and pilgrimage routes to reach their full potential, both in terms of economic and spiritual benefits.

During his Angelus on Aug. 23, the pontiff expressed closeness to the Democratic Republic of Congo and the Central African Republic.

Ecuadoran lawyer Pablo Proaño’s remarks followed the death due to a pregnancy complication of Stefano, the son of Ecuadorian President Daniel Noboa and his wife, Lavinia Valbonesi.

Dominican Friar Luis Enrique Ramírez explains fascinating facts about the first canonized saint from the Americas.