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  • October 23, 2026

Pope Leo urges Catholic schools to be aware of ‘digital loneliness’ and ‘misguided meritocracy’

Pope Leo XIV speaks to participants in the Vatican's student ministry conference about the challenges facing young people...
  • October 23, 2026

Pope Leo cancels Assisi visit on doctor’s advice following lung surgery

Pope Leo cancels Assisi visit on doctor's advice following lung surgery...
  • October 23, 2026

Savannah bishop shares timeless witness of Georgia Martyrs ahead of beatification

In an interview with OSV News, Bishop Stephen D. Parkes of Savannah, Ga., talks about the upcoming beatification...
  • October 22, 2026

Archbishop Coakley: Botched execution, proposed livestream reveal ‘inhumanity’ of death penalty

Catholic Mobilizing Network honors Archbishop Paul S. Coakley, USCCB president, and writer Liz Bruenig at its Justice Reimagined...
  • October 22, 2026

Most Catholic health institutions in Illinois temporarily protected from assisted suicide law

A significant number of Catholic health workers in Illinois are now covered by a temporary restraining order on...
  • October 22, 2026

Pope Leo urges Ukraine-Russia humanitarian cooperation as Russian strike kills children at playground

Pope Leo XIV spoke by phone with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, expressing hope that Ukraine and Russia will...
  • October 22, 2026

Vatican’s doctrine office publishes ‘Venite ad Me’ on passing on the faith amid ‘epochal change’

The Vatican's doctrine office released a new a document Oct. 22 titled "Venite ad Me" on how to...
  • October 22, 2026

Meeting US Jewish leaders, pope warns differences must not fuel prejudice

Welcoming U.S. Jewish leaders at the Vatican, Pope Leo XIV emphasizes the Church's commitment to fostering friendship between...
  • October 22, 2026

Notre Dame welcomes Banana Ball — and a story of perseverance

The University of Notre Dame is hosting the Savannah Bananas at its stadium for a Banana Ball game...
  • October 22, 2026

Pope invites youth to bring wounds, dreams to Seoul as WYD registration opens

Pope Leo XIV launches the opening of registrations for the 41st World Youth Day set to take place...