Mr. Colbert’s words called to mind Pope Francis’ critique of the arms industry.

The governor used his visit to Rome to say that the world is facing bigger challenges in addressing climate change than one president.

At least 20 people were killed in a Texas church on Sunday.

In its tax overhaul, GOP includes a repeal of a rule that limits the political speech of churches in exchange for tax-exemption.

Church officials in Chicago say that revelations regarding other fraudulent cases could be forthcoming, a prospect that both the archdiocese and victim advocates say will be a disservice to genuine victims.

The cardinal's pastoral letter is among the most high-profile responses from a Catholic leader to continued racial unrest.

Cardinal Timothy Dolan said New York City is “stunned and horrified” by what police said was an act of terror on a Manhattan bicycle trail, in which at least eight people were killed and several more injured.

Vice President Mike Pence said that Middle Eastern Christians facing persecution have not been served well by the United Nations.

The institute will be not only as a place for women to gain leadership skills, but a place all people who care about gender equity can turn for assistance

“The world, the church, are in need of courageous young people, who are not cowed in the face of difficulties," the pope said.