Woman’s situation points to reality that fewer Mexicans migrate to U.S.
Mexican immigration rates have been down for a while, for a time even reversing.
Just one smile from a loving family can warm coldest world, pope says
"Let us not lose hope," Pope Francis said. "Where there is a family with love, that family is able to warm the heart of an entire city with its witness of love."
Freezing temps, 60-mph winds, tents: Refugees struggle in Bekaa Valley
Lebanon has seen around four times as much precipitation as the same period last year. The weather, along with the substandard living conditions, has exposed half a million refugees living in some 600 tented settlements to additional hardship.
Pope prays for dialogue as tensions mount between U.S., Iran
VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Pope Francis led pilgrims in prayers for peace as tensions between the United States and Iran escalated following the assassination of a top Iranian general.
Papal devotion: Especially in times of trial, pope turns to St. Joseph
VATICAN CITY (CNS) — St. Joseph is the patron saint of retired Pope Benedict XVI — Joseph Ratzinger — but Pope Francis’ devotion to the husband of Mary and guardian of Jesus is clear as well.
Cardinal, chaplain praise Scalia as man of faith, family and the law
"A good government should not impede the religious practices of its people. ... Its main function is here, ensuring a safe, just and cooperative society," the Supreme Court Justice once said.
Pope to priests: Exhaustion is part of ministry; find renewal in Christ
Priestly ministry is hard, sometimes lonely or dangerous work serving the neediest with an open, vulnerable heart, Pope Francis told the world's priests. But priests need to learn how to draw strength from their flock and their love for God.
Third-graders chip in to buy new car seat for Maggie’s Place
The third-grade class at St. Louis the King School in Glendale chipped in to buy a vital gift for one of their newest neighbors.
Trump administration expands exemptions on contraceptive mandate
Interim rules are now in place for religious employers concerned about the Affordable Care Act's contraceptive mandate.
Elderly woman brutally attacked in Omaha church responds with forgiveness [VIDEO]
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OMAHA, Neb. (CNA/EWTN News) — Police have arrested one suspect in the assault and robbery of a 76-year-old woman at Omaha’s Catholic cathedral —...
