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Exorcist Father Ripperger agrees to 1-year ‘fast’ from public speaking

The prominent priest agreed to Denver Archbishop James Golka’s request, which the archdiocese says will allow him to focus on his religious community and the people it serves.

U.S. bishops name members of AI task force formed in response to encyclical

U.S. bishops formed the task force after meeting with AI experts and executives in September to identify how the Church could help shape the moral foundations of AI.

Pope Leo XIV speaks with Zelenskyy about humanitarian ceasefire in Ukraine

The pontiff raised the humanitarian crisis in the Kherson region and reiterated the Holy See’s commitment to dialogue and peace, days after speaking with Russian President Vladimir Putin.

Ukrainian priest forcibly conscripted, could be sent to front lines

Despite repeated efforts to provide proof of his clergy status and ongoing pastoral service, the authorities rejected his documentation and sent him to a military training center.

Notre Dame, Boston College professors among new members of Vatican theological commission

The Vatican announced 24 new members to the International Theological Commission on Monday.

Apostolic nuncio urges human-centered approach to technology at G20 Interfaith Forum

Archbishop Gabriele Caccia, apostolic nuncio to the U.S., and leaders from the Muslim, Orthodox Christian, Hindu, Jewish, and Latter-day Saint traditions participated in the forum’s opening day.

Catholics in Ecuador mourn death of priest struck by falling crucifix during Mass

The Catholic faithful are mourning the death at Mass of Father Patricio Alfredo Sánchez Molinari, parish priest of the Perpetuo Socorro Church in Guayaquil, Ecuador.

Pope Leo XIV, Chris Pratt come together for new documentary about the tomb of St. Peter

“Pétros Ení — Discovering the Origins” is scheduled to be released in theaters in February 2027.

French bishops appeal for calm as riots and looting sweep France

France’s bishops appealed for an end to violence after a weekend of riots in which several buildings burned, shops were looted nationwide, and a Lyon interreligious peace march was postponed.

Pope Leo XIV to resume Wednesday general audience this week, skips Castel Gandolfo

Louis Prevost, the pope’s brother, expressed surprise in an interview that the South American trip would proceed.