U.S. Catholic bishops have issued a flurry of statements about the many executive orders signed by Mr. Trump.

Trump may have given one restrained speech, but Steve Bannon still hews to a vision of America under siege.

Pope Francis said Catholics should offer assistance to families settling in a new country, and, as Lent begins, he called on Catholics not to make excuses when it comes to giving to those asking for change.

The attraction of Trump’s brand of conservatism is that it recognizes the meaning in place, patriotism and culture.

Many of the 5 million Syrian refugees who scratch out a living in overwhelmed neighboring states such as Jordan aren't necessarily candidates for a rare slot in the resettlement program. Instead, priority is given to the most vulnerable.

“My folks taught us that if someone is hungry, you feed them. That if someone is thirsty, you give them drink. If someone is a stranger you welcome them into your home.”