Egypt is a beacon of hope and refuge, pope says at audience [VIDEO]

VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Just as it had been for centuries, Egypt can be a sign of hope for those who long for peace, Pope Francis said.

In TED talk, pope urges people to make real connections

"How wonderful would it be if the growth of scientific and technological innovation would come along with more equality and social inclusion," he said in a video talk played April 25 for 1,800 people attending TED 2017.

Faith formation for all ages supported by CDA

When it was suggested to Darren Handy that he take formation classes through Kino, he needed to consider the cost.

Holy Week [VIDEO]

A refresher on Lent's concluding days: Holy Week.

U.S. bishop remembers Martin Luther King at Vatican development meeting

"The racial divide in the United States and, sadly, in the Catholic Church in the United States is not something of the past. It is very much something of the present," the bishop said.

Paschal candles prepped for Easter [VIDEO]

Workers at an Ohio company find their Lenten center as they create paschal candles in time for Holy Week.

Entering Lent in the digital age [VIDEO]

A senior at the Catholic University of America reflects on #ashtag and #AshWednesday and an Arizona priest connects the faithful.

CDA funds mean ‘Love That Gives Hope’ [VIDEO]

The annual diocesan Charity and Development Appeal, which kicks off in parishes and missions the weekend of Feb. 11-12, is getting personal.

Pope Francis has a special message for the Super Bowl

HOUSTON (CNA/EWTN News) — As the Patriots and the Falcons gear up for Super Bowl LI, Pope Francis sent a message to both players and viewers, saying the game is an opportunity to show solidarity and build virtue.

Bishops call for ‘Encuentro’ to discern how best to serve U.S. Hispanics [VIDEOS]

At one time, Hispanic pastoral ministry in the United States meant offering resources in Spanish. While there is still a need to do so, there is a growing population of second- and third-generation Hispanics whose dominant language is English. It is the need to serve this emerging demographic that has led the U.S. Bishops to call for a two-year process known as the “V Encuentro,” the fifth such initiative done in the United States.