Camillo Barone

In the preface of the Italian edition of Come Forth: The Promise of Jesus's Greatest Miracle, Francis highlights the themes of the book, and offers a glimpse into his own theological and pastoral perspectives.

Chris Lawton was a medical doctor. Dan Macalinao was a biological researcher. The two are now also the newest Paulist priests. They told NCR about their winding spiritual journeys that bent toward a love of pastoral care.

DignityUSA, a national organization advocating for LGBTQ Catholics, has denounced Pope Francis' recent reported use of an Italian slur when discussing the admission of gay men to priestly seminaries as "shocking and hurtful."

The church in Haiti has been living for more than 10 months solely on providence, says Bishop Joseph Décoste of Jérémie. "Life for people in Haiti is really difficult, mainly for children, women and vulnerable people."

Explore the social justice and spiritual journey of Church of St. Francis Xavier, where inclusion, compassion and social outreach thrive, from celebrating LGBTQ lives to serving the homeless.

As protests over the Israeli-Gaza war continue at Columbia University, leaders of the Catholic student group say they will support what helps create "genuine fraternity and mutual respect" among their fellow students.

Retired U.S. Cardinal Raymond Burke decried the "persecution" of the Latin Mass during a men's breakfast event in New York City on April 23. He also offered views on denying Communion to Catholic politicians who support abortion rights.

The Catholic Diocese of Brooklyn has agreed to the appointment of an independent monitor to oversee its handling of clergy abuse cases, as part of a settlement with New York Attorney General Letitia James. 

A task force at All Saints Church has won the 2024 Cool Congregations Challenge in the "Community Inspiration" category. The annual competition celebrates efforts by U.S. religious congregations to combat climate change.