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Despite declines, Catholic sisters committed to Church’s mission
Research over the past six decades reveals that the number of Catholic sisters has steadily declined, but they remain committed to what they believe matters most — expanding ministries and … Learn More
Cardinal Tobin: Lent helps us come to know the depth of God’s love for us
My dear sisters and brothers in Christ, Lent is the time of year when the Church encourages us to do a thorough examination of our spiritual health, and then to … Learn More
Sights & Sounds: Celebrating Catholic Sisters
Catholic Sisters Week, celebrated March 8-14, shines a spotlight on the contributions of women religious who minister to God’s people through prayer, service, and love for Christ and the Gospel. … Learn More
Vatican: Humanity risks replacing God with ‘world governed by machines’
The Vatican’s International Theological Commission has warned that if humanity places total trust in technology in a “world ruled by machines,” it risks replacing the “living God” with a counterfeit “virtual … Learn More
Essential advice if you’re longing for friendship
A recent post on social media claimed to have the best definition of a best friend. They described this crucial person as: someone who makes your problems their problems so … Learn More
ACN warns of escalating threat to Middle East Christians
Aid to the Church in Need (ACN) has expressed deep concern over the security and humanitarian challenges posed by renewed violence in the Middle East, warning that the spiral of conflict … Learn More
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- ‘The Optimist’ tells story of Holocaust survivor helped by Catholic family
by Katie Yoder on March 15, 2026 at 6:05 pm"The Optimist" brings to life the incredible story of Heller (1929-2021), who escaped the Nazi death camp at Auschwitz as a teen helped by a Catholic family. The post ‘The Optimist’ tells story of Holocaust survivor helped by Catholic family first appeared on OSV News.
- In new pastoral message, El Paso bishop calls for end to mass deportationsby Kate Scanlon on March 15, 2026 at 6:03 pm
Bishop Mark J. Seitz of El Paso, Texas, called for an end to mass deportation and redoubled efforts to show solidarity with those affected by that policy in a new pastoral message released March 15. The post In new pastoral message, El Paso bishop calls for end to mass deportations first appeared on OSV News.
- Pope Leo XIV calls for Middle East ceasefireby Junno Arocho Esteves on March 15, 2026 at 3:06 pm
Pope Leo XIV called for an immediate cease-fire in the Middle East and condemned the "atrocious violence" of the U.S.-Israeli-led war on Iran, which has spread across the region. The post Pope Leo XIV calls for Middle East ceasefire first appeared on OSV News.
- Timothy Shriver, Special Olympics chair, awarded Notre Dame’s Laetare Medalby Lauretta Brown on March 15, 2026 at 1:01 pm
The university announced March 15 that Shriver will receive the award at Notre Dame's commencement ceremony on May 17. The post Timothy Shriver, Special Olympics chair, awarded Notre Dame’s Laetare Medal first appeared on OSV News.
- In a return to tradition, Pope Leo moves into new home in the Apostolic Palaceby OSV News on March 14, 2026 at 7:46 pm
(OSV News) — Pope Leo XIV moved into his new apartments at the Vatican’s Apostolic Palace March 14, the Holy See Press Office announced that afternoon in Rome. Pope Leo’s… The post In a return to tradition, Pope Leo moves into new home in the Apostolic Palace first appeared on OSV News.
