
Pope Leo recalls unique “Pardon of Assisi” indulgence
On this day dedicated in many places to Our Lady of the Angels, Pope Leo recalled a devotion that marks 810 years this year -- the "Pardon of Assisi."

From firefighters and paramedics to police officers and families forced to flee their homes, victims of the fires are multiplying. But these patron saints remind us that no one faces a crisis alone.

There are two St. Jameses mentioned as apostles of Jesus and one of them was known as "Greater," while the other as "Lesser."

The beatification process for the French priest killed by Islamist terrorists advanced rapidly at first, but now appears stalled at the Vatican.

Mom, grandmother, and daughter of the Church, Ann O'Neill is remembered for being a woman "whose life reflected God's mercy, grace, and the power of prayer."

While January 6 recalls the visit of the Magi to the Christ Child, July 24 recalls the Magi themselves and their potential resting place.

St. Bridget of Sweden received numerous private revelations from Jesus, which contain a wealth of spiritual truths.

St. María Micaela, born into privilege, experienced tragedy and founded a religious congregation to help women who were struggling.

There are many traditions that claim various locations where the "Apostle to the Apostles" lived out her final days before being called home.

If you’d like to obtain the Plenary Indulgence for this year's Franciscan Jubilee and visit one of the sites, check out these 7 in the U.S.

Pope Leo has written a new preface for a collection of his writings on peace, published by the Vatican initially in Italian with an English translation coming soon.

St. Simeon was a "fool for Christ," a holy hermit who was "foolish" in the eyes of the world.

Research has just shown that the little moments of each day can make a big difference, and those who work remotely have to make an extra effort to find them.

The Catholic Church has only named 38 total Doctors of the Church, spanning 2,000 years of Church history.

Most people say St. Christopher. Some say St. James. The answer that comes with a scriptural address, a fish, and a demon is older and stranger than either.

According to various legends, St. Bonaventure owes his name to an incident that saved his life as an infant.

Representatives from among the clergy, religious, lay men and women, parents, and children are all included in the 349 open causes in Spain as of 2026.

A vital part of her Christian faith was devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary.