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The pontiff visited a lower-income neighborhood where a Catholic parish is helping the needy.

At an outdoor Mass far from the capital, the pontiff celebrated the Catholic heritage of one of South America’s most secular countries

“The Dating Project,” streaming on EWTN+, is for single Catholics as well as for parents who are praying for a good partner to walk into their child’s life.

As the U.S. bishops’ Pregnancy Help Appreciation Week takes place Nov. 9–13, one pro-life group is providing practical support to mothers in crisis and for years afterward.

Persecuted Christians will be honored and remembered this month as cathedrals and churches are illuminated red around the world.

Father Alberto Medel reported that he was told to remove his clerical attire in order to renew his passport in Mexico despite the existence of judicial rulings that protect religious clothing.

Democrats are considering two abortion-related bills for the first 100 hours of the 2027 legislative session: one to legalize abortion nationwide and one to allow federal tax funds for abortion.

The movie explores the lesser-known story of Jimmy Stewart’s military service and the faith, humility, and kindness that shaped his life.

The pontiff’s speech referred to his own recent cancer surgery.

Muslim and Jewish voters, along with the nonreligious, voted overwhelmingly for Democrats, according to polls.

The bill was introduced to address the lack of regulations on surrogacy. The proposed law penalizes the practice but does not criminalize the pregnant woman and makes her the legal mother.

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The pontiff spoke with journalists accompanying him on his flight to Uruguay.

The pontiff’s 11-day trip will take him to Uruguay, Argentina, and his adopted Peru.

Organizers unveil WYD Seoul 2027 venues and safety plans, bishops in Ethiopia decry killings, Australia marks a day to pray for prisoners, and more in this week’s roundup of Catholic world news.

After an emergency meeting in Warsaw, Poland’s Permanent Council asks the faithful to fast Tuesday and pray for social peace before Independence Day.

Pope Leo will visit the shrines of the Virgin of the Thirty-Three in Uruguay, Our Lady of Luján in Argentina, and Our Lady of Peace in Peru, where he dedicated his ministry to the Virgin.

The Vatican secretary of state responded to questions from journalists this week about the elections.

Rino Anastasio shares personal anecdotes about caring for the popes on board, ranging from worries about insufficient fuel to an unexpected birthday surprise.

Pope Leo XIV urged young Uruguayans to be saints at a vigil drawing about 100,000 people in Montevideo. He celebrates Mass in Florida on Sunday before leaving for Argentina.

Bishop Wilfred Chikpa Anagbe alleged that repeated warnings before the deadly attack on the Yelwata community went unheeded.

The settlement is expected to bring greater stability to the monastery while allowing the Egyptian government to proceed with its Great Transfiguration project.

The International Theological Commission consists of 30 members, 10 of whom are laypeople.

Archbishop Timothy Broglio said conference attendees will have the opportunity to learn and ask questions about the Church’s teachings on just war theory.

California Gov. Gavin Newsom commuted the death sentences of nearly 550 prisoners on the state’s death row on Nov. 5.

Texas’ Catholic bishops congratulated Democratic winners, who won every top office statewide, and prayed for their wisdom while reaffirming that Catholic principles remain unchanged.

The pope sent a message to a conference in Rome marking the anniversary, where attendees discussed the Vatican’s complex relations with China.

The Maryland attorney general’s office said Father Laurence LaPointe admitted to abusing a boy at Gilman School.

For Father Hugo Gabriel Sánchez, Pope Leo “remains the same close friend as always, attentive to us and concerned for our well-being.”

The pontiff on Nov. 5 named Father Avelino Chicoma Bundo Chico, SJ, and Claudia Leal Luna, to serve under the dicastery’s prefect, pro-prefect, and secretary.

The pontiff offered Mass on Thursday for the repose of bishops and cardinals who died during the year.

In 2027, the Church will mark the 35th anniversary of the commemoration.

The new book “Growing in Humility: 7 Steps with Cardinal Merry del Val” focuses on acquiring the genuine virtue of humility.

On Nov. 5, 1943, an unidentified plane dropped bombs on the Vatican — one narrowly missing St. Peter’s Basilica. But who did it and why has it been shrouded in mystery ever since?

Pro-life activists note that Republicans, many of whom are pro-life, retain control of the state Senate, which will be “a backstop to kill legislation that would move the pro-life movement backwards.”

During the meeting, the Holy Father presented Dylan with a rosary.

Catholic bishops reacted to three pro-life losses in referendum battles, and pro-life groups have weighed in on the referendum results and the impact of the decisive Democratic congressional wins.

The Laudato Si’ Platform launched the map during a press conference at the Holy See Press Office on Wednesday.

Pope Leo XIV has appointed Martial Bernard as the new bishop of Soissons. At 48 years of age at his Dec. 20 episcopal ordination, he will become the youngest bishop in France.

The North Royalton Fire Department announced on Nov. 3 that one of its firefighters, Ryan Milligan, had died after fighting a fire in Broadview Heights the day before.

The pontiff held a private audience on Wednesday with a delegation from L’Oeuvre d’Orient, which has supported Eastern Christians since 1856.

The pontiff highlighted the continuing relevance of the Church’s calls to “commit to eliminating discrimination against the most vulnerable social groups and migrants.”

Voters in Idaho preserved the state’s ban on abortion, but elsewhere abortion was expanded as Democrats retook the U.S. House and Senate.

Digital missionary Father José Juan Montalvo calls for reflection on the impact that criticism, mockery, and hate-filled messages on social media can have on young people.

A referendum to establish a constitutional right to abortion in the Virginia Constitution was adopted.

A Colorado case pits sexual orientation and gender-identity protections against religious standards for school admissions.

Here is a roundup of the latest news related to Catholic education.

Previously, service members had to leave the military to pursue theological training and then reapply to become chaplains.

Mexican priest Clemente Morales Topete suffered beatings, burns, and death threats after being held against his will by a crime gang. The assailants were trying to extract information he didn’t have.

Catholic organizations, dioceses, schools, and parishes are observing the week Nov. 1–7.