OK Archbishop: Blessed Stanley Rother’s influence remains strong in Guatemala

SOLOLÁ, Guatemala (CNA) — There’s a black and white photo that holds a special meaning for those familiar with Blessed Stanley Rother — the farm-raised Oklahoma priest who gave his life for the faith 38 years ago while serving the poor in Central America.

Feast of St. Giustino de Jacobis

Considered the Apostle of Ethiopia and Eritrea, Giustino de Jacobis was born in San Fele, Italy, Oct. 9, 1800, and discerned a call to be a missionary priest.

Once imprisoned, Chinese woman now guides others to the Catholic faith

Others can try to take away or scare away the practice of the faith, but that's where private prayer triumphs as this woman proved.

Holy and Healthy Priests

We come now to the sixth and final column of this series addressing the recent scandals that have so hurt the Church.

Cupich: ‘Never forget’ policies that led to Holocaust began with words

These lessons from history must be recalled today when many in society target immigrants, refugees and various groups of people as "the other."

Rome police chaplain recalls slain officer’s life of service

His life of service wasn't just in a blue uniform. It extended to charity work through the Knights of Malta.

Feast of St. Martha

(CNA) — “Jesus loved Martha, and her sister Mary, and Lazarus” (Jn 11:5).

Wimbledon champ carried gift from confirmation sponsor to each match

She was confirmed this spring and opens her gift daily to keep her connected to her faith.

With dedication Mass, Orange Diocese’s Christ Cathedral ‘becomes reality’

GARDEN GROVE, Calif. (CNS) — Tim Strader believes Christ Cathedral of the Diocese of Orange “will become the most important Catholic cathedral in the United States, other than St. Patrick’s” in New York.

Catholic Education Arizona scoops out $4M in first wave of need-based scholarships

Catholic Education Arizona welcomed principals back to the new school year with a sweet deal.