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Pope calls bishops to Rome to discuss marriage and family in October
Pope Leo XIV announced March 19 that he is asking the presidents of all bishops’ conferences around the world to convene in Rome in October to renew and deepen the … Learn More
NJ-wide Catholic mental health conference aims to raise awareness
With the goal of educating about the scope of the mental health crisis, reducing stigma around mental illness, and offering resources for individuals and their families, the New Jersey Catholic … Learn More
Bishop Marconi turns 99, marking half-century as bishop
On March 13, well-wishers gathered in Succasunna, NJ, to celebrate the 99th birthday of Bishop Emeritus Dominic A. Marconi, who this year also celebrates the 50th anniversary of his ordination … Learn More
St. Joseph, the Man of March, is our Lenten model
In Church tradition, March is dedicated to St. Joseph — and in the Church calendar, Lent falls mostly in March. That makes Joseph our Lenten leader each year. That makes … Learn More
What are the three holy oils?
The Church makes use of three holy oils: the oil of the sick, the oil of the catechumens, and the holy chrism oil. The first two are blessed, and the … Learn More
Cardinal Tobin reflects on Saint Patrick’s Day
On Saint Patrick’s Day, Cardinal Joseph W. Tobin, C.Ss.R., Archbishop of Newark, reflected on the life of Ireland’s patron saint in a video message that was posted by the United … Learn More
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- Chávez allegations show need for Church to hold prominent Catholics to account, say abuse survivors
by Gina Christian on March 21, 2026 at 10:07 am(OSV News) — Newly revealed sexual abuse and assault allegations against the late civil rights leader César Chávez reignite a call for the Church to “honor our stories,” a Latino clergy… The post Chávez allegations show need for Church to hold prominent Catholics to account, say abuse survivors first appeared on OSV News.
- Family is where we learn to serve the least among usby Laura Kelly Fanucci on March 21, 2026 at 9:00 am
In families we are constantly called to rearrange our lives around the ones who need the most help. The post Family is where we learn to serve the least among us first appeared on OSV News.
- Washington Roundup: DHS nominee clears key hurdle; Gabbard testifies amid Iran war scrutiny; and moreby Kate Scanlon on March 20, 2026 at 9:42 pm
President Donald Trump's nomination of Sen. Markwayne Mullin, R-Okla., to lead the Department of Homeland Security cleared a key Senate hurdle this week. The post Washington Roundup: DHS nominee clears key hurdle; Gabbard testifies amid Iran war scrutiny; and more first appeared on OSV News.
- ‘My heart is filled with love and gratitude,’ says new shepherd of Rochester Dioceseby Mike Latona on March 20, 2026 at 9:26 pm
The bulk of the bishop's homily focused on his longtime adherence to what he calls "the four Ls": listen, learn, love, live. The post ‘My heart is filled with love and gratitude,’ says new shepherd of Rochester Diocese first appeared on OSV News.
- César Chávez allegations lead to canceled Masses, reassessment of his social justice legacyby Gina Christian on March 20, 2026 at 7:03 pm
(OSV News) — Catholic dioceses and organizations are canceling events and rethinking initiatives honoring the late civil rights icon César Chávez, following newly reported allegations the activist — who publicly drew… The post César Chávez allegations lead to canceled Masses, reassessment of his social justice legacy first appeared on OSV News.
