New Orleans Archdiocese to Pay $180M in Abuse Settlement
The Archdiocese of New Orleans has reached a settlement agreement to pay nearly $180 million to victims of clergy sexual...
Clergy Arrested Protesting Immigration Policies at Newark De...
Dozens of clergy members were arrested Monday after blocking the entrance to the Delany Hall Detention Center in Newark....
Pope Leo XIV's U.S. Visit Sparks Enthusiasm and Connection
Pope Leo XIV's recent visit to the United States has ignited a wave of enthusiasm among Catholics. From Chicago to New O...
American Catholics Celebrate New Pope Leo
Catholics across the United States are expressing joy and excitement over the election of Pope Leo. From Chicago to New...
New Pope Faces Pressure Over Vatican-China Deal
Pope Leo XIV's papacy begins amid renewed scrutiny of the Vatican's agreement with China. The deal, initially forged dur...
Pope Leo XIV Holds First Mass After Election
Pope Leo XIV, the first American-born pontiff, celebrated his first Mass after being elected. The ceremony took place le...
Washington State Law Mandates Priests Report Child Abuse, Ch...
A new law in Washington state requires clergy, including priests, to report suspected child abuse, even if disclosed dur...
Trump Praises 'Great Honor' of American Pope Election
Former President Donald Trump has lauded the selection of an American Cardinal as the new Pope. Cardinal Robert Francis...
Catholic Church Threatens Excommunication Over Child Abuse R...
The Catholic Church is facing a conflict with a new law in Washington state. This law requires clergy members to report...
DOJ Probes Washington State Law on Clergy Reporting Abuse
The Department of Justice is investigating a Washington state law that mandates clergy members report child abuse or neg...
NJ Supreme Court to Hear Clergy Abuse Investigation Case
The New Jersey Supreme Court will hear arguments in a case between a Catholic diocese and state prosecutors. The diocese...
World Mourns Pope Francis: A Look at the Vatican Funeral
World leaders and mourners gathered at the Vatican to pay their respects to Pope Francis. The funeral Mass celebrated hi...
Cardinal Mahony, Accused of Abuse Cover-Up, to Participate i...
Cardinal Roger Mahony, the former Archbishop of Los Angeles, will participate in ceremonies surrounding Pope Francis's f...
Pope Francis Funeral: Mourners Pay Respects as Vatican Prepa...
Pope Francis is lying in state, allowing mourners to pay their respects ahead of his funeral. The funeral Mass is schedu...
Pope Francis' Legacy: A Cautious Approach to Change
Pope Francis initially sparked hope among progressive Catholics with his emphasis on social justice and outreach. Howeve...
Pope Francis' Policies Fuel Division Among US Catholics
Pope Francis' progressive stances have sparked controversy within the American Catholic community. His views on social i...
Pope Francis' Progressive Stance Fuels Catholic Right in the...
Pope Francis' progressive views have sparked a reaction from the Catholic right wing in the United States. His focus on...
Earthquake Devastates Myanmar, Claiming Lives of Monks
A powerful earthquake recently struck Myanmar, causing widespread destruction and loss of life. The disaster has deeply...
Pope Leo XIV Faces Scrutiny Over Past Abuse Allegations
Documents released by a victim advocacy group allege Pope Leo XIV mishandled clergy sex abuse cases when he served as a...
Pope Leo XIV Begins His Pontificate with Mass and Reflection
Pope Leo XIV celebrated Mass and delivered a homily, marking his first full day as the leader of the Catholic Church. Th...
Pope Leo XIV Celebrates First Mass
Pope Leo XIV, formerly Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, celebrated his inaugural mass as the head of the Catholic Church...
Chicago Celebrates Pope Francis' Visit with Joy and Surprise
Chicago's Catholic community erupted in joy as Pope Francis made a surprise visit. Despite declining church attendance i...
New Pope Sparks Hope and Anticipation Among Catholics
The newly elected Pope faced immediate expectations as he prepared to address the world. Before his first words, a palpa...
Federal Officials Criticize Washington Abuse Reporting Law
Federal officials have voiced concerns about a Washington state law requiring priests to report child abuse disclosed du...
Pope Leo XIV Elected: What His Leadership Means for the Catholic Church
The Catholic Church has a new leader: Pope Leo XIV. Experts are analyzing what his election signals for the future of th...
Pope Leo XIV's Response to Catholic Church Sex Abuse Scandal Examined
Experts are analyzing Pope Leo XIV's actions regarding the Catholic Church's ongoing sex abuse scandal. John Allen, edit...
Robert Francis Prevost Named Pope Leo XIV
Robert Francis Prevost, an American-born clergyman, has been elected as the new Pope. Prevost, who attended Villanova Un...
Cardinals Gather to Elect New Pope: What to Expect
Catholic cardinals from around the world are convening in Vatican City to elect the next pope. The conclave, a secretive...
Sexual Abuse Survivors Urge Cardinals for Justice During Papal Conclave
As cardinals convene to elect a new Pope, sexual abuse survivors are calling for their voices to be heard. Shaun Dougher...
Trump Posts AI-Generated Image of Himself as Pope, Sparks Criticism
Former President Donald Trump shared an AI-generated image depicting himself as the Pope on social media. The image, whi...
MLK's 'Letter From Birmingham Jail' Still Resonates Today
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s 'Letter From Birmingham Jail' remains relevant in today's political climate. Written in 196...
Pope Francis Dies at 88 After Recent Health Issues
Pope Francis, the leader of the Catholic Church, has passed away at the age of 88. His death follows a period of declini...
Pope Francis Dies at 88: Vatican Announces Passing
Pope Francis, the head of the Catholic Church, has died at the age of 88. Cardinal Kevin Farrell, the Vatican's camerlen...
Catholic Megachurch & Deepak Chopra on AI: Eye on America
Explore the challenges facing the Catholic Church as we visit the largest parish in North America and speak with newly o...