Minnesota family’s search for faith brings them to Catholic Church

ST. PAUL, Minn. (CNS) — When Dalton Renteria visited the Cathedral of St. Paul in St. Paul for the first time Feb. 18, he was struck by the large crucifix behind the altar.

Indiana inmates embrace fresh start by joining the Catholic Church

INDIANAPOLIS (CNS) — There are times when nearly everyone seeks redemption for a mistake or a moment of darkness, times that can help find a way to return to the grace of God.

New members of the Church reflect on the past year

On average, over 100,000 people enter the Catholic Church every year in the U.S. For those who were received into the Church last Easter, the ensuing months brought opportunities to deepen their bourgeoning faith and live out their Christian call to witness.

Pope: Jesus’ Church offers truth, comfort despite efforts to discredit it

ROME (CNS) — Leading a prayer to God for the grace to feel ashamed and repentant for so many sins in the world, Pope Francis highlighted the hope that always comes from Jesus.

Jesus does not give up on anyone, pope tells prisoners

ROME (CNS) — Before washing the feet of 12 prisoners, Pope Francis told them and hundreds of inmates to remember that Jesus constantly stands before them with love, ready to cleanse their sins and forgive them.

Bishop to priests at Chrism Mass: Ask Christ to take our hands, hearts in...

It was standing room only as priests, religious, deacons and laity from throughout the Phoenix Diocese packed into Ss. Simon and Jude Cathedral for the this year’s Chrism Mass March 26.

Pope to priests: Show Jesus’ truth by being close to the people

VATICAN CITY (CNS) — If Jesus and His truth are to become truly present in today’s world, priests must do what Jesus did and be “street preachers,” going out to encounter and accompany sinners with tenderness and compassion, Pope Francis told the world’s priests.

Ven. Michael J. McGivney

Fr. Michael J. McGivney, the oldest of 13 born to Irish immigrants, was ordained a priest in 1877 for what was then the Diocese of Hartford, Connecticut. Catholics were a minority in New Haven, where Fr. McGivney served as a parish priest, and waves of immigrants were greeted by anti-Catholic sentiments.

Young Ohio boy’s wish to meet Pope Francis comes true

VATICAN CITY (CNS) — While many people hope to catch a glimpse of Pope Francis and greet him, 12-year-old Peter Lombardi got something even better than he imagined.

Chinese bishop detained briefly during Holy Week

HONG KONG (CNS) — A Chinese bishop was taken away by authorities but was back home the next day, according to a news report.