Nicaraguan bishop: Irrationality and cruelty are tragic characteristics of the dictatorship

Silvio Báez, the exiled auxiliary bishop of Managua, decried the persecution of the Church in Nicaragua but also expressed his hope that change is possible, placing his trust in Jesus Christ.

Catholic bishop: 'There's no political will in fight against terrorism in Nigeria'

Bishop Stephen Dami Mamza of the Diocese of Yola says the Nigerian government lacks the will to end the persistent insecurity that has claimed thousands of lives in the West African country.

How the design for the official logo for Pope Leo XIV's visit to France was created

Through vibrant, symbolic imagery, the logo captures the theme of the pope's visit, evoking peace and new life as well as France's spiritual heritage as expressed through its cathedrals' rose windows.

Northern Ireland launches inquiry into mother and baby homes with landmark bill

The inquiry will investigate issues raised in the Truth Recovery Independent Report, which was also published this week.

SSPX Masses an 'abuse' of Eucharist: U.S. bishops continue to urge Catholics not to attend

More U.S. bishops are instructing Catholics to avoid attending Society of St. Pius X (SSPX) events in light of the recent excommunications of SSPX leadership.

Vatican commission seeks to address legal loophole facing women religious suffering abuse

Efforts to address the abuse crisis in the Church have focused on minors and vulnerable adults, leaving unaddressed the abuse suffered by women religious. Efforts are underway to rectify that.

Fiat donates 30 electric vehicles to Vatican in sustainability push

The vehicles will support the daily work of governorate employees as Vatican City State moves toward its 2030 goal of a zero-emissions fleet.

Why does the Vatican recognize Orthodox marriages but not those of the SSPX?

The answer has to do with profoundly different juridical and ecclesial realities.

Federal court: Maine Christian schools receiving public funding must follow gender, sexuality rules

The court said Maine is permitted to exclude St. Dominic Academy from public funding if the school won't abide by state nondiscrimination rules.

Corruption in Pakistan's courts hits poor Christians hardest, report finds

Christians accused under Pakistan's blasphemy laws face bribe demands, stalled trials, and courtroom intimidation, according to a new report by two leading human rights organizations.