Bishop Braxton has written extensively on the racial divide in America from a theological and pastoral perspective. "The word minority group is a term used to divide, not to unite," he said.Read More

Authorities said some 400 families in the village of Lake Danao must be moved permanently to another area. The social action arm of the Palo Archdiocese reported that more than 500 individuals continue to live in tents around the lake.Read More

WASHINGTON —The Vatican recently published a circular letter, “On the bread and wine for the Eucharist,” sent to diocesan bishops at the request of Pope Francis. Dated June 15 — the feast of the Body and Blood of Christ — the letter was made public by the Vatican July 8. Because bread and wine for...Read More

Sister Mary Ita Lashley died peacefully on June 21, 2017. She was 102 years of age and lived the religious life she so desired.Read More

A funeral Mass was offered July 6 at Our Lady of Peace Residence in Scranton, Pa., for Sister M. Fidelis Flannery, of the Sisters, Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary. Sister Fidelis died June 30 in Scranton, a month before her 84th birthday.Read More

Uju Ekeocha, the founder of Culture of Life Africa, a U.K.-based pro-life group, said wealthy nations pumping money into the promotion and funding of abortions in Africa were behaving like "old colonial masters."Read More

United by the words of the prophet of social justice, Catholic Church leaders urged black Catholics to become active, just disciples of Christ. The Archdiocese of Baltimore had a strong presence at the conference.Read More

Young adults looking to rekindle their faith, draw inspiration or have a chance to meet others searching for deeper meaning in life are invited to attend a major gathering of young adults and young families set for July 22 in Washington, D.C.Read More