When faith, science work together, people come closer to truth, pope says

When scientists share their data and dialogue with experts in other fields, including religion, they contribute to the search for a holistic truth that promotes the common good and, therefore, promotes peace, Pope Francis said.

Washington parish backs cardinal’s concerns on drafting Communion document

A Catholic parish in Washington frequented by President Joe Biden has expressed disappointment with a June vote by the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops to begin drafting a document on the Eucharist.

Bishops support investigation of former U.S. residential schools

In response to a late June announcement, the United States will be conducting an investigation of former federally funded boarding schools to search for graves of Native American children, a spokesperson for the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops said June 28 the bishops will "look for ways to be of assistance."

Lebanon must not be left prey to ‘unscrupulous interests,’ pope says

After a day of prayer and reflection with Lebanon's Christian leaders, Pope Francis urged political leaders in the country to set aside partisan interests that have devastated the country.

Florida Catholics find comfort in rosary as search continues amid rubble

Following the sudden collapse of a multistory building with people trapped inside, many Catholics around South Florida have fled to a common refuge: the comforting presence of Mary.

Report on immigration highlights care needed for unaccompanied minors

A Catholic agency has collaborated with a professor from The Catholic University of America on a report pointing out deficiencies but also opportunities in the care of unaccompanied migrant children in the United States.

Symposium examines how social media, digital technology affect church life

The McGrath Institute for Church Life's Church Communications Ecology Program recently welcomed its inaugural cohort to the University of Notre Dame for an Evangelization and Media Symposium to address the impact of social media and digital technologies on the life of the Catholic Church.

Vatican secretary of state urges Catholic Church in Germany to unite

Cardinal Pietro Parolin, Vatican secretary of state, urged German Catholics to put aside visions and individual needs, noting, "the community must take precedence."

Invest in common good, not tax havens, pope tells business executives

Business leaders must invest more in the common good and less in lining their own pockets, Pope Francis said.

Tokyo Catholic churches to keep restrictive measures during Olympics

The Tokyo Archdiocese says it will maintain infection control measures despite the Japanese government having lifted the COVID-19 state of emergency in many cities ahead of the upcoming Olympic and Paralympic Games.