(OSV News) — With Pope Leo XIV set to proclaim of St. John Henry Newman as a doctor of the church Nov. 1, let’s consider what criterion is used to make this decision, whether a layperson could be named a … Continue reading →

(OSV News) — When Charles Niece graduated from Seton Hall University, he considered pursuing further studies. But first he wanted a change of scenery. “My knowledge of Christian mission was confined to a classroom, formed by reading scholarly journals and writing … Continue reading →

VATICAN CITY (CNS) — The first lesson every bishop must learn is humility, Pope Leo XIV said. “Not humility in words, but that which dwells in the heart of those who know they are servants, not masters; shepherds, not owners … Continue reading →

VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Commemorating the 1,700th anniversary of the Council of Nicaea and its Creed, as well as reaffirming hopes for peace in the Middle East, Pope Leo XIV will travel to Turkey and Lebanon Nov. 27-Dec. 2. The … Continue reading →

VATICAN CITY (CNS) — The supreme rule in the Catholic Church is love, which compels all of the faithful to serve, not to judge, exclude or dominate others, Pope Leo XIV said. “No one should impose his or her own … Continue reading →

VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Living in hope means accepting that one does not have answers to all questions and staying calm amid conflicts and tensions, Pope Leo XIV said. “We do not have the answers to all the questions already. … Continue reading →

VATICAN CITY (CNS) — The pursuit of synodality should strengthen the Catholic Church’s mission of proclaiming the Gospel and help all Catholics learn to collaborate to make the world a better place, Pope Leo XIV said. “As Pope Francis reminded … Continue reading →

VATICAN CITY (CNS) — In the presence of hundreds of priests and with lay faithful packed into the pews and standing along the walls, U.S. Cardinal Raymond L. Burke celebrated the traditional Latin Mass at the Altar of the Chair … Continue reading →

WASHINGTON (OSV News) — The federal government shutdown extended into its third week, raising concerns that many who rely on the government for support may soon struggle with hunger, while the East Wing of the White House was demolished amid President … Continue reading →

(OSV News) — Digital evangelization is still a developing concept. But some speakers at an online conference said decisions should be scripturally based and avoid simply following trends. Msgr. James Shea, president of the University of Mary in Bismarck, North Dakota, … Continue reading →