The Holy See warns that religiously-motivated hate crimes are on the rise, as the Covid-19 pandemic increases intolerance and inequality.

El papa Francisco reza cerca de una réplica de la Gruta de Lourdes en los Jardines Vaticanos en esta foto de archivo de 2013. El papa Francisco rezará allí el 30 de mayo, la víspera de Pentecostés, ...

The Pontifical Council for Promoting the New Evangelization announces that Pope Francis is to join Marian sanctuaries across the world, to pray to the Virgin Mary for help amidst the pandemic.

WASHINGTON (CNS) -- Congress needs to remember the needs of "the poor, the vulnerable and people on the margins" when considering additional pandemic economic relief packages,

Reopening our Parishes for Public Worship is a matter of great concern. Read about the plan in the Diocese of Tucson.

ST. PAUL, Minn. (CNS) -- A video showing a Minneapolis police officer kneeling on the neck of a handcuffed man repeatedly saying "I can't breathe," and who appears to lose consciousness or die while being pinned down ... By Maria Wiering Catholic News Service

Cristiane Murray was born in Rio de Janeiro; she is married and has two children. She has been part of Vatican Radio since 1995. Since April 2018 she has also been collaborating with the Secretariat of the Synod of Bishops in preparation for the upcoming Synod for the Pan-Amazon Region.

To see the film finally in release is a great joy and a unique opportunity to remind ourselves of the story of Patrick’s life, which was transformed by God’s grace. The film focuses on the authentic events from his life as told by himself, ...

The National Review Board, the all-lay group that monitors dioceses' performance in dealing with sexually abusive clergy and creating a safe environment for children throughout the church, has four new members.

A district attorney's decision not to pursue criminal charges against retired Bishop Joseph H. Hart of Cheyenne over sexual abuse claims does not mean "the victims are not credible," said Bishop Steven R. Biegler, who has headed the statewide diocese since 2017.

Sister of Charity Nuala Kenny said she believed the health crisis has increased the possibility of people finally understanding "the nature of vulnerability" so they "can commit anew to this task of safeguarding."

During last October’s synod, the idea of female deacons surfaced as part of a broader discussion about finding new ways to recognize and institutionalize the contributions of women, ...