Four national Catholic publications call for ending the death penalty
Four nationally circulated Catholic publications called for abolishing the death penalty in the United States in a jointly published editorial.
Hundreds honor memory of Father Hesburgh, celebrate a life well lived
Ryan Leahy of Chicago walked up to an employee on the snow-covered campus of the University of Notre Dame March 3 and asked her to take a photo of him and his family members in front of the school's iconic gold dome.
San Diego Diocese to be headed by California native Bishop McElroy
Auxiliary Bishop Robert W. McElroy of San Francisco has been named by Pope Francis to head the Diocese of San Diego as its sixth bishop.
Notre Dame law professor emeritus Charles Rice dies at 83
Charles E. Rice, professor emeritus of law at the University of Notre Dame Law School died Feb. 25 at the University of Chicago Medical Center following an illness. He was 83.
Vatican security always on high alert, chief says after IS threats
The head of Vatican security said Islamic State militants have threatened the Vatican, but there are no indications of any planned attack.
Rural areas provide fertile ground for crops and for priestly vocations
Cardinal Timothy M. Dolan of New York says one of the virtues of rural life is the number of priests who come from country parishes. The Diocese of Salina would seem to confirm that.
Rural families have strong ties to their farms and their faith
Tony Horinek has run the family farm for decades and encouraged both sons to consider the priesthood, "but they did the next best thing and brought back holy wives" who support the family tradition.
Benedictines of Mary release Easter album [VIDEO]
The Benedictines of Mary are a contemplative order who is once again making some noise by releasing its fourth musical album tomorrow. "Easter at Ephesus" is a 27-track album that features a seasonal array of chants and hymns.
Phoenix priest in Rome named ‘Chaplain to His Holiness,’ monsignor
A Phoenix priest working for the charitable arm of the Holy Father and assisting with the Church’s humanitarian work around the globe, got the surprise of his life.
During Lent, pope offers handy tips for preparing for confession
As Catholics are encouraged to make going to confession a significant part of their lives during Lent, Pope Francis offered some quick tips to help people prepare for the sacrament of penance.
