Pope makes appointments to dicasteries for development, doctrine

Pope Francis formalized new appointments to the Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development and named the new secretaries to the restructured Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith.

Pope calls for peace, end to ‘barbarity of war’ in Ukraine

Pope Francis renewed his call for an Easter truce in Ukraine, as many in the country commemorate Christ's resurrection under the shadow of war.

God’s mercy brings joy, comfort to those in need, pope says

The mercy shown by God to his children can transform hearts and makes Christians become channels of that mercy to those in need, Pope Francis said.

Texas bishops call execution of death-row inmate an ‘act of vengeance’

On April 21, Texas executed a 78-year-old inmate, Carl Buntion, by lethal injection shortly after the governor of Tennessee temporarily blocked the execution of a 72-year-old prisoner, Oscar Smith, citing issues with preparations of the lethal drugs to be used.

Poles’ response to refugee crisis reflects enduring values, official says

As Russia's war on Ukraine continues and refugees keep seeking safety in Poland, a Polish official said, "I'm getting less and less diplomatic" with other European government officials.

Vicki Thorn dies; founded post-abortion healing ministry Project Rachel

Milwaukee Archbishop Jerome E. Listecki said the life and work of Project Rachel founder Vicki Thorn, who died unexpectedly April 20, stand "as a living testimony to an unwavering and unconditional defense of life at all stages, and to the mercy of God's love."

Priest’s unexplained expulsion from Russia fuels fears for foreign clergy

A Catholic priest was expelled from Russia without explanation, amid fears for the well-being of other clergy ministering in the country.

Couple: Being refugees opens their eyes to reality of migrants

Serhii Bolshov knows he and his family do not fit most people's idea of "refugees," and, in fact, they don't fit his own stereotype either, he said.

Priest says pope’s visit to Congo will let world know about its conflicts

A Catholic priest in Congo said Pope Francis will be visiting the country not only to reconcile it, but also to tell the world "about the conflicts that are tearing this country apart."

Temptation of power, money can obscure Easter joy, pope says

The allure of power and money can be used to proclaim falsehoods and obscure the joyous announcement of Christ's victory over death, Pope Francis said.