Pope Francis joins prayers for victims of bloody weekend in U.S.
WASHINGTON (CNS) — Pope Francis joined Catholic Church leaders expressing sorrow after back-to-back mass shootings in the United States left at least 29 dead and dozens injured in Texas and Ohio Aug. 3 and 4.
Pope urges families build a better future through stronger prayer life
Many students head back to the classroom this month, including those who homeschool. Pope Francis reminds the that families are Schools of Human Development.
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NASA flight director says faith, family have marked his life’s journey
"Whenever there is a fork in the road and a major decision, it's always part of God's plan," he said.
Foundation for Senior Living helps seniors in Northwest Valley to age in place
When the bus pulls up in front of Nancy and Allen Gulino’s home in Northwest Phoenix, it’s time for Allen to head to the Foundation for Senior Living’s Adult Day Health Services Center in Glendale.
California bishops rally Catholics to stop college campus abortion pill mandate
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (CNA) — Three California bishops are calling on local Catholics to pray and fight against a bill that would require state colleges and universities to provide free access to abortion pills for students.
Catholic Charities helps immigrant children with increased fear, stress
More than 20,000 people could immediately be subject to the expanded fast-track removal process.
Rhode Island pastor competes on ‘Worst Cooks in America’ reality TV show
He jokes that he can't even make toast. See how far he goes in the cooking competition's newest season.
Fire destroys ‘treasured’ historic Texas Catholic church
WESTPHALIA, Texas (CNS) — The Church of the Visitation in Westphalia, a nearly 125-year-old wooden church with bell towers on each side, burned to the ground July 29.
Hush hour: Spirituality of silence is a journey toward God, priest says
"Christian silence" is not about seeking a sense of emptiness or nothingness, but "is about presence. It is an encounter with Jesus," he said.
