How are doctors of the church chosen? Here’s a look at the process before Newman declaration
(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 […]
Maryknoll missionary trains migrant workers in Taiwan to defend their rights
(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 […]
Bishops must ‘sow’ with patience, foster respect, pope says
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 […]
Pope Leo’s first trip will focus on ecumenical, interreligious relations
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 […]
Catholics must build a more humble church, seeking truth together, pope says
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 […]
Hope doesn’t mean having all the answers, but having trust, pope says
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 […]
Pope: A synodal church evangelizes better, works together for justice
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 […]
Cardinal Burke celebrates traditional Latin Mass in St. Peter’s Basilica
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 […]
Washington Roundup: White House demo drama; shutdown risks hunger; racist text scandal; and more
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 […]
Summit: Digital communication has ushered in a ‘new missionary age’ for evangelization
(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, […]