Peter Bray, F.S.C. (left), assumed his position in March as the eighth vice chancellor of Bethlehem University.

Africans preparing for the October 2009 Special Assembly are emphasizing the need to find ways to address poverty, justice and reconciliation.

The "Catholic Climate Covenant" asks Catholics to pray and reflect on the duty to care for Gods creation.

Bishops in Central America have criticized mining operations for their environmental and social damage.

Israeli officials have reportedly issued a demolition order for buildings built on property owned by the Greek Orthodox Church.

A group of Catholic leaders, scholars and theologians publicly expressed support on March 1 for the nomination of Governor Kathleen Sebelius, Democrat of Kansas, to be the next secretary of health and human services. In a statement organized by Catholics United, a Washington-based progressive organi