Death toll climbs in powerful Colombia earthquake
The death toll in the 7.4-magnitude earthquake has has passed 130, with hundreds injured. Monday's quake also damaged the tallest cathedral in Latin America.
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Archbishop recalls his uncle standing up for and dying for faith
"The Church cannot be silent," writes San Antonio Archbishop Gustavo García-Siller, MSpS, of the cross that immigrants bear, as he recalls a lesson from his childhood.
UPDATE: Sisters win temporary stay in NY assisted suicide lawsuit
On July 30, a federal court ordered NY State not to enforce its assisted suicide mandate against Catholic sisters until their lawsuit is heard.
Jesuits bid farewell to Alaska with memories and hope
As of June, the Jesuits no longer have a presence in Alaska. There's a good reason for that.
Sisters, diocese sue NY State over assisted suicide law
“We will never submit to New York’s culture of death,” says Bishop John O. Barres in regard to new assisted suicide legislation.
Andy Burnham: UK’s first Catholic prime minister? Yes and no
Labour Party's Andy Burnham says Catholicism is an important part of his life and his politics -- though he no longer practices the faith.
Irish bishops compare COVID response and abortion
Ahead of Ireland's annual Day for Life, Catholic bishops "encourage Irish people to once again choose life," support women in crisis.
US bishops discuss joining Intercontinental Guadalupan Novena
Preparing for the 500th anniversary of Our Lady of Guadalupe's appearance, Mexican bishops have invited US participation in an ongoing "Guadalupan Novena of years."
Chicago cardinal, other leaders decry burning cross
Investigation continues into a burning cross seen in a Chicago park on Tuesday, with city and religious responding swiftly.
Israeli airstrike on Tyre “one of deadliest” since bombings began
Aid to the Church in Need issues a statement of concern on the safety of Tyre's civilians and the historic Christian quarter of the city, one of Lebanon's largest and oldest Christian communities.
Relics of two Spanish saints visit their homeland with Pope Leo XIV
Relics of two Spanish Augustinians -- St. Thomas of Villanova and Blessed Anselmo Polanco -- traveled with the Pope to Spain in his pectoral cross.
Wow! From Canary Islands to Pope Leo, a gift of time, art, and faith
Eight lacemakers and two seamstresses worked more than 1,400 hours on the unique altar cloth, alb, and stole to be used by the Pope at Mass in the Canary Islands.
We called it! Sagrada Família is largest LEGO set ever
Predictions were confirmed this week: The world's largest LEGO set features Gaudí's architectural masterpiece, La Sagrada Família.
In Spain, Leo XIV to present Golden Rose to Our Lady of Almudena
The papal gift of the Golden Rose, to be presented on June 8 in Madrid's Almudena Cathedral, honors an image with a legendary history.
Relics of St. Margaret Mary Alacoque arrive in the US today
The relics of the sister to whom Jesus revealed his Sacred Heart will be present in Orlando this month when the bishops consecrate the US to the Sacred Heart.
Headed to Orlando this summer? Don’t miss the Shroud of Turin!
The Shroud of Turin Exhibit is open through September at the National Shrine of Mary, Queen of the Universe. Add this unforgettable spiritual encounter to your vacation plans!
In Mental Health Awareness Month, some good news
Youth suicide rates are down since the switch to a 3-digit hotline, but the mental health of people of all ages remains a concern. The Church wants to help.
Low on hope? Read Cardinal Pizzaballa’s letter to Jerusalem — and to us
Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa, the Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem, wrote a pastoral letter to his people. It might just be the epistle of hope we've all been waiting for.
“Spanning continents and eras”: 5 saints for World Youth Day 2027
Five saints chosen as World Youth Day 2027 patrons were announced in Seoul on April 26. They present a diverse array of examples and inspiration for young people.
US Bishops’ podcast celebrates ‘America 250’ with a Catholic focus
To commemorate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, the USCCB offers a wealth of resources for learning, prayer, and action -- including a special 'America 250' podcast.
