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CIUDAD JUÁREZ ― There was lots of excitement as I drove with my family to Ciudad Juárez yesterday afternoon. For my family, this trip was three-fold. First, I am covering Pope Francis’ visit to this city. Secondly, we’re coming as pilgrims. And lastly, I’m coming home — my mother grew up in Juárez, and I’m staying with my aunt.

A short blogopst connecting you with Catholic Valentine's Day resources in English and Spanish.

Bashas' Supermarkets is offering Catholics a chance to start their Lenten service opportunities while celebrating Mardi Gras.

Phoenix seminarians immerse themselves in works of mercy as part of priesthood discernment and formation. Here's one of their stories.

As we approach the annual Gospel reading of the Holy Family's flight into Egypt, here's an uplifting look at some of today's refugees.

Enjoy some Christmas messages from our Catholic places of learning plus one parish

Despite beginning the Year of Mercy, the Year of Consecrated Life is still being celebrated, so here's a look at recent headlines in honor of the final six weeks or so of the Year of Consecrated Life. Includes a fun test!

"Firelight," one of Matt Maher's latest songs, was inspired by the experience and legacy of Mother Teresa whose biographical film hits theaters Dec. 4.

A recent local homily tied in #RedCup discussion on social media — the removal of secular Christmas imagery from this year's holiday cup design at Starbucks — to our call to use words and actions of mercy, mutual love and reconciliation.

When we visit a cemetery, there's often substantially more buried there who we don't know than who we do know leaving ample room for reflection on their role in God's divine plan.