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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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- Full Text: Pope Leo XIV’s address to the Vatican City State tribunal given March 14, 2026
by Pope Leo XIV on March 14, 2026 at 2:12 pmIn this first meeting of ours, I wish ... to share some reflections with you on the relationship between the administration of justice and the value of unity. The post Full Text: Pope Leo XIV’s address to the Vatican City State tribunal given March 14, 2026 first appeared on OSV News.
- Catholic moral theologians, ethicists back Anthropic in government AI showdownby OSV News on March 14, 2026 at 2:01 pm
A group of Catholic moral theologians and ethicists said March 13 that AI giant Anthropic "was acting as a responsible and moral corporate citizen" and "not as a threat to the safety of the American supply chain" in its decision to maintain guardrails concerning use of its technology when it comes to autonomous weapons and mass surveillance of American citizens. The post Catholic moral theologians, ethicists back Anthropic in government AI showdown first appeared on OSV News.
- Washington Roundup: DHS funding deal fails again; housing bill advances; Cuba’s Trump talksby Kate Scanlon on March 13, 2026 at 9:39 pm
WASHINGTON (OSV News) — A measure to fund the Department of Homeland Security failed in the Senate as negotiations over new, stronger constraints on federal immigration officers stalled. The same week,… The post Washington Roundup: DHS funding deal fails again; housing bill advances; Cuba’s Trump talks first appeared on OSV News.
- Detroit archbishop offers pastoral message on clergy abuse, outlines stronger protectionson March 13, 2026 at 9:39 pm
"I remain firmly committed to ensuring protection of children and vulnerable adults is upheld as a central and enduring priority of my pastoral leadership." The post Detroit archbishop offers pastoral message on clergy abuse, outlines stronger protections first appeared on OSV News.
- St. Patrick’s ‘Confessio’ shows the human behind the halo, say expertsby Gina Christian on March 13, 2026 at 8:16 pm
The fifth-century bishop, who became an adopted son and apostle of Ireland, is far more relatable than many realize, as the saint's own retelling of his life shows, one scholar told OSV News. The post St. Patrick’s ‘Confessio’ shows the human behind the halo, say experts first appeared on OSV News.
