Church in Indonesia launches early childhood care initiative for Catholic families
The Parents’ Care for Early Childhood Movement was formally inaugurated on Sunday, Jan. 4, 2026, at St. Joseph Freinademetz Parish Church...
Pope in Algeria: ‘God’s heart is torn apart by wars, violence, injustice, lies’
Pope Leo XIV visits a care home for the elderly in Annaba, Algeria, and recalls that God’s heart remains with those who are humble and...
How more Catholic schools are looking to minimize screen time
Not long ago, introducing more technology into the classroom meant allowing third graders to play 15 minutes of Oregon Trail during recess time.
Financial scandal shows Vatican reforms are working, pope tells media
Questions about Vatican finances, especially those involving a real estate deal in London, are serious, but they also are a sign that reforms begun by Pope Benedict XVI are working, Pope Francis said.
Pope Francis on St John Paul II: ‘I learned from him’
In a newly published book, Pope Francis answers questions about himself and St John Paul II, saying he learned the importance of joy and mercy from his predecessor, and they are in “total harmony” on the subject of priestly ministry.
Shroud of Turin to go on rare display for Easter
Responding to thousands of requests, the Archbishop of Turin has decided to allow the Shroud of Turin to be displayed for Easter.