ROME (CNS) — Religious freedom is not only a fundamental and essential human right, “it is also a pathway to truth and deeper communion with God and neighbor,” said Cardinal Pietro Parolin, Vatican secretary of state. However, religious freedom is … Continue reading →

(OSV News) — Pope Leo XIV has appointed Father Josef Grünwidl as Vienna’s next archbishop, the Vatican announced Oct. 17.  The 63-year-old Austrian priest, who has served as apostolic administrator for the Archdiocese of Vienna since January, will succeed Cardinal Christoph … Continue reading →

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (OSV News) — Spiraling organ and choral music ushered in a new era for St. Lawrence Basilica in Asheville Oct. 17 at a ceremony to kickstart a massive restoration project for the historic building. About 150 parishioners and members … Continue reading →

WASHINGTON (OSV News) — The president of Colombia accused the U.S. of murdering a fisherman in an attack on a boat in the Caribbean. President Donald Trump said in response he would cut assistance and impose new tariffs on the country. … Continue reading →

(OSV News) — Amid a new and more dangerous arms race — and the deterioration of international dialogue — the Vatican’s top diplomat to the United Nations has called for a “fundamental change in perspective” to safeguard the increasingly imperiled international … Continue reading →

(OSV News) — A new study indicates a growing number of U.S. adults see religion as gaining influence in public life — with more Americans saying religion has a positive impact on society. In addition, an increasing number of the nation’s … Continue reading →

(OSV News) — In a time when many Americans feel torn by political conflict, healing the nation’s divisions will require a moral reset rooted in gratitude, compassion and shared purpose, Washington Cardinal Robert W. McElroy told an audience at the University … Continue reading →

VATICAN CITY (CNS) — When the pursuit of profit rules, people become objects to be exploited, and humanity loses its soul, Pope Leo XIV said. The practice of usury — lending money at exorbitantly high interest rates — “points to … Continue reading →

VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Pope Leo XIV met with a coalition of survivors of abuse and victims’ advocates for the first time at the Vatican Oct. 20. Members of the board of Ending Clergy Abuse met with the pope for … Continue reading →

VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Holiness flourishes in those who serve the weakest, and Christians should defend the truths of the faith, no matter the cost, Pope Leo XIV said Monday, highlighting key traits of the new saints he proclaimed. Meeting … Continue reading →