Pope Francis has warned that we must be careful not to let the pandemic lead us to indifference toward our fellow human beings.

The deal may protect Chinese Catholics—but it also might muffle Pope Francis’ voice on human rights.

In debates over coronavirus public health precautions, Catholics should consult the Angelic Doctor.

Nigerian bishops have asked Catholics in their country to pray with the intention that the killings in southern Kaduna state cease.

Women, children, elderly people, Indigenous populations and migrants will be among those suffering the most.

The Shrine of Our Lady of Knock in County Mayo, Ireland will be closed on the day of the August 15 feast due to concerns over the pandemic.

Due to his unrelenting defense of the indigenous population and peasants struggling for land ownership, Bishop Casaldaliga was seen as an enemy by land barons, miners and loggers.

These would be the “first priests of the pandemic generation,” Archbishop Jose H. Gomez of Los Angeles said during a socially distanced gathering outside the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels.

The Covid-19 pandemic and skepticism of the federal government are forcing Latino leaders to get creative in promoting this year's census, reports J.D. Long-García.

A federal court recently ruled that access to a “foundational level of literacy” is a basic right. That could spur new reforms to public education, as well as new school-choice options.

The pandemic has already closed more than 140 Catholic schools nationwide. How many more will follow?

The video shows Father Rabih Thoumy swinging a chain censer sending smoke into the air when abruptly there is a rumble and then a loud bang as the shockwave from Beirut's devastating explosion slams into the church.

Their heads encased in bandages covering the wounds where they had been conjoined, 2-year-old twins named Ervina and Prefina were baptized by Pope Francis in the chapel of his residence.

Pope Francis: “Last Tuesday’s catastrophe calls everyone, beginning with the Lebanese people, to work together for the common good of this beloved country.”

Many Beirut buildings simply crumbled; others are compromised beyond repair. Those that can be saved no longer have windows or doors, residents continue to occupy them to protect what possessions they have left.

These stories remind us that while the fight for justice is never over, individuals can make a difference, often with the help of their faith.

A recent Pew survey shows that Americans favor restrictions when it comes to worship services during the pandemic.

Members of the Franciscan order in Columbia are assembling people and resources to help the homeless of Bogota during the pandemic.

Carl Anderson of the Knights of Columbus has urged members to fight racism and build fraternity.

Angela Alaimo O'Donnell, a former Loyola professor, is spearheading an effort for the university to reconsider its decision.