Czech Cardinal Duka, once imprisoned by the communists, dies at 82
VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Czech Cardinal Dominik Duka, who had experienced oppression and imprisonment under his country’s former communist rulers, died Nov. 4 at the age of 82. The former […]
Cardinal McElroy diagnosed with ‘non-aggressive’ cancer, scheduled for surgery
(OSV News) — Cardinal Robert W. McElroy of Washington has been diagnosed with cancer and will undergo surgery Nov. 13, the Archdiocese of Washington announced Nov. 5. In a statement, the […]
A church reawakening: 15,000 Catholics to unite for France’s Mission Congress
(OSV News) — Some 15,000 Catholics of all ages, from across France, are expected in Paris Nov. 7-9, for a national Mission Congress, marking the evangelization revival in a country that […]
Full text: Pope Leo XIV’s Nov. 5, 2025 general audience
Summary of the Nov. 5, 2025 general audience Dear brothers and sisters, in our continuing catechesis on the Jubilee theme of “Christ our Hope,” we reflect today on the presence […]
Pope answers questions about migrants, Venezuela, Rupnik trial
VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Catholics in immigration detention centers have “spiritual rights” that Catholic clergy should be allowed to serve, Pope Leo XIV said. Speaking briefly with reporters late Nov. […]
Space must be safeguarded for the common good, says Vatican diplomat
(OSV News) — Outer space must be safeguarded for peaceful purposes and for the common good of humanity, stressed the Vatican’s top diplomat to the United Nations. Archbishop Gabriele G. Caccia, […]
Barron: Administration ‘assured’ him detainees’ access to sacraments ‘under careful review’
WASHINGTON (OSV News) — Amid concern about the ability of those detained by immigration enforcement authorities to receive Catholic sacraments, a key U.S. bishop said Trump administration officials have “assured” him […]
Bishops, humanitarian leader urge bold, courageous action at UN climate conference
(OSV News) — Ahead of the United Nations’ annual climate conference, two U.S. Catholic bishops and the leader of a top Catholic aid agency are calling for urgent, long-term action to […]
Thousands of Catholics gather at shrine of Fatima Rani in Bangladesh
DHAKA, Bangladesh (OSV News) — Thousands of pilgrims have gathered at the shrine of Fatima Rani — or Mary, Queen of Fatima — at St. Leo’s Church in the Baromari […]
Pope’s prayer intention is for those struggling with suicidal thoughts
VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Pope Leo XIV has asked Catholics to join him in praying for those who struggle with suicidal thoughts, and for all people “who live in darkness […]