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In memory of Father Alex Gaitán, CMF
With deep sorrow, we announce the sudden passing of Father Alex Gaitán, CMF. We join his family and religious community in prayer and give thanks to God for his life … Learn More
10 years after canonization, Mother Teresa’s charity still inspires
If you read that one person in 1950 began an organization in a small part of the world and that 50 years later it had more than 4,000 workers at … Learn More
Catholic Cemeteries sets 2026 Fall Open House schedule
Catholic Cemeteries of the Archdiocese of Newark will host a series of open house events this fall across Morris, Bergen, Middlesex, and Hudson counties, inviting families to learn about traditional … Learn More
From the archives: St. Bartholomew Italian Festival, 1990
Procession at the St. Bartholomew Labor Day Italian Festival in Scotch Plains in 1990. Started in 1974, the festival is an annual tradition honoring San Nicola di Bari, the patron … Learn More
USCCB Labor Day statement focuses on young, challenges of AI
The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) has released a statement for the 2026 Labor Day holiday. Signed by Archbishop Shelton J. Fabre of the Archdiocese of Louisville, chairman … Learn More
Sights & Sounds: New backpacks and many smiles at The Mercy House
To kick off the 2026-27 school year, The Archdiocese of Newark’s Mercy House distributed around 800 new backpacks to kids in need at its three locations in Jersey City, Newark, … Learn More
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- Wendell Berry’s work and legacy for Catholics
by John A. Cuddeback on September 8, 2026 at 7:00 pmThe death of Wendell Berry on Aug. 31 has occasioned a new outpouring of appreciation from diverse poles of the political, cultural and religious spectrums. The uniquely broad appeal of his work ever surprises. The post Wendell Berry’s work and legacy for Catholics first appeared on OSV News.
- At Labor Day Mass, cardinal warns AI will transform work, urges protection of workers’ dignityby Nicole Olea on September 8, 2026 at 5:09 pm
Cardinal McElroy described work as a way people participate in creation, contribute to their communities and express something of themselves, The post At Labor Day Mass, cardinal warns AI will transform work, urges protection of workers’ dignity first appeared on OSV News.
- Peruvian city to unveil world’s tallest statue of Pope Leo for trip to South Americaby David Agren on September 8, 2026 at 3:18 pm
The Peruvian city of Callao announced an unusual tribute to Pope Leo XIV ahead of his November visit to the South American country: the largest statue of the pontiff in the world. The post Peruvian city to unveil world’s tallest statue of Pope Leo for trip to South America first appeared on OSV News.
- German archbishop says US-Mexico border wall recalls Berlin Wall, warns against loss of humanityby Junno Arocho Esteves on September 8, 2026 at 2:01 pm
"The inhumanity and massiveness of these border fortifications reminded me of the Berlin Wall," a German archbishop said after visiting the U.S.-Mexico border. The post German archbishop says US-Mexico border wall recalls Berlin Wall, warns against loss of humanity first appeared on OSV News.
- Pope Leo XIV asks Our Lady of Good Counsel for aid to make ‘courageous and wise decisions’by Courtney Mares on September 7, 2026 at 7:27 pm
In his homily for the Church's celebration of Mary's birth, Pope Leo invited prayerful contemplation of the virtues of the Virgin Mary. The post Pope Leo XIV asks Our Lady of Good Counsel for aid to make ‘courageous and wise decisions’ first appeared on OSV News.
