(OSV News) — This is the text from Pope Leo XIV’s homily for the canonization Mass for Saints Carlo Acutis and Pier Giorgio Frassati, given Sept. 7, 2025 in St. Peter’s Square. Dear brothers and sisters, In the first reading, … Continue reading →

(OSV News) — “I do not deserve to be an apostle, but by the grace of God that is what I am,” said Bishop Simon Peter Engurait, newly ordained and installed as the head of the Diocese of Houma-Thibodaux, Louisiana, … Continue reading →

MINNEAPOLIS (OSV News) — Ellie Mertens huddled under a pew at Annunciation church in Minneapolis on the morning of Aug. 27 as a barrage of bullets screamed past her, mere inches from her head. She had arrived a few minutes late … Continue reading →

(OSV News) — Amid a global arms race, ending the threat of nuclear war — and even the testing of nuclear weapons — is imperative, said the Holy See’s diplomat to the United Nations. Archbishop Gabriele G. Caccia, the Holy See’s … Continue reading →

I had the privilege of visiting Assisi, Italy, in June of 2025, where I encountered the tomb of Blessed Carlo Acutis — and I was not prepared for the immediate and profound impact he would have on my prayer life. … Continue reading →

VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Surrounded by formal Italian gardens, ancient Roman ruins and long avenues of lush trees, Pope Leo XIV inaugurated a new “zero environmental impact” complex devoted to promoting Pope Francis’ teachings on caring for creation at the … Continue reading →

PATERSON, N.J. (OSV News) — If it weren’t for the late Father Rafael A. Ciro, Claudia Pinillos might not be a practicing Catholic. The approachable personality — and relatable homilies — of this beloved priest from the Diocese of Paterson inspired … Continue reading →

CHICAGO (OSV News) — The only parish in North America (so far) bearing the name Blessed Carlo Acutis is hosting multiple events related to the first millennial to become a saint ahead of his canonization Sept. 7.  As part of “Carlo … Continue reading →

WASHINGTON (OSV News) — A federal appeals court found President Donald Trump unlawfully invoked a wartime law to carry out deportations. The same week in Washington, a group of those who said they were victims of sex trafficking by Jeffrey Epstein … Continue reading →

(OSV News) — Thousands will gather in St. Peter’s Square Sept. 7 for the highly anticipated canonization of two modern saints — but if flying to Rome isn’t an option, one can watch every moment of the joyous occasion via livestream … Continue reading →