Whole church called to enter conclave in prayer, archbishop says
Although there will only be 115 cardinals in the Sistine Chapel voting for a pope, the whole church joins them in prayer and expectation, said the archbishop who spearheaded the design of the conclave rites and prayers.
Bishop Pates urges public discussion of U.S. use of drones
The United States' use of unmanned aerial vehicles, or drones, to hunt down suspected terrorists deserves a wide-scale public discussion, said the chairman of the U.S. bishops' Committee on International Justice and Peace.
Pope says focus on morality can obscure Gospel message
Pope Francis spoke with characteristic frankness about the perils of overemphasizing Catholic teaching on sexual and medical ethics; the reasons for his deliberate and consultative governing style; and his highest priority for the church today.
Multilevel approaches put Jesuits in the thick of immigration issues
While politicians and advocacy organizations work at coming up with legislation to reform the U.S. immigration system, the Jesuits are tackling some of its problems head-on at the Mexican border, in higher education institutions and in parishes.
World record holder celebrates 70 years of priestly ministry
Meet up with a nearly 96-year-old Holy Cross priest who has many accolades to his name including papal appointments, involvement in the civil rights movement, a Centennial medal from Catholic Charities USA and longest-serving president of the University of Notre Dame. Fr. Hesburgh, who is also the oldest and longest-serving priest of the United States Province for the Congregation of the Holy Cross, still works daily in his office on the 13th floor of the library that bears his name.
Hungarian cardinal’s ministry, reach extend well beyond Europe
Hungarian Cardinal Peter Erdo ministers from the heart of Europe, but with a concern and contacts that span the globe.
Pope Benedict changes rituals for new pope’s inauguration
Pope Benedict XVI has ordered several changes to the Masses and liturgies that will mark the inauguration of the next pope's pontificate.
Motives said to be as varied as the perpetrators in killing sprees
Although the recent spate of mass gun attacks has the same results -- multiple deaths and woundings -- the motivations behind those attacks can be nearly as varied as those who commit those atrocities.
Humanitarian efforts cope with unexpected refugees in West Africa
OUAGADOUGOU, Burkina Faso — Violence in Mali has created unexpected challenges to humanitarian efforts in neighboring West African countries.
Migrant shelter shuts its doors amid discord, crushing demand
MEXICO CITY (CNS) -- A Catholic-run shelter serving the masses of migrants stealing rides on trains passing through the rail yards north of Mexico...
