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6 Religious brothers who are saints
May 1 is the feast of St. Joseph the Worker. It is also Religious Brothers Day, which honors and celebrates those laymen who have professed vows and dedicated their lives … Learn More
National garden to offer healing for abuse survivors and all Catholics
A national garden in the nation’s capital proposed by survivors of clergy sexual abuse promises to foster healing not only for survivors but also for the Catholic Church as a … Learn More
27 Seton Hall students celebrate Sacraments of Initiation
During the 2026 Easter season, 27 students at Seton Hall University grew in their relationships with Christ by becoming Catholic or completing their initiation into the Church. “I’m immensely proud … Learn More
Feast of St. Joseph the Worker: Pope Leo on the dignity of work
Throughout the first year of his pontificate, Pope Leo XIV has returned repeatedly to the topics of labor, economics and the dignity of work. As the Church honors St. Joseph … Learn More
This saint believed art is necessary: Here’s why
I’ve always been fascinated by the fact that, even before humans could read or write, before we lived in cities or invented the wheel, we made art. People would go … Learn More
Sights & Sounds: Archdiocesan students observe Earth Day
Last week, students in Catholic schools around the Archdiocese of Newark observed Earth Day with activities that showed their commitment to caring for our common home. At Christ the Teacher … Learn More
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- Augustinian charisms of truth, unity, love revealed in Pope Leo’s pastoral style, say panelists
by Simone Orendain on May 1, 2026 at 7:17 pm"In many ways, this Augustinian spirituality that shapes Leo's pastoral heart, also contributes to a much-needed, prophetic voice." The post Augustinian charisms of truth, unity, love revealed in Pope Leo’s pastoral style, say panelists first appeared on OSV News.
- Archdiocese of New York proposes $800 million settlement for abuse claimsby Gina Christian on May 1, 2026 at 7:17 pm
The body representing "a majority of victim-survivors," has worked "hard for months to reach agreement on a global settlement of all sex abuse lawsuits." The post Archdiocese of New York proposes $800 million settlement for abuse claims first appeared on OSV News.
- Pope appoints two auxiliaries for Washington, accepts resignation of Auxiliary Bishop Campbellby OSV News on May 1, 2026 at 4:29 pm
"It's a day of great joy for the Archdiocese of Washington," said Cardinal Robert W. McElroy at a May 1 news conference hosted by the archdiocese. The post Pope appoints two auxiliaries for Washington, accepts resignation of Auxiliary Bishop Campbell first appeared on OSV News.
- Pope accepts resignation of bishop of Laredo, Texas, names Tyler, Texas, priest as successorby OSV News on May 1, 2026 at 12:21 pm
WASHINGTON (OSV News) — Pope Leo XIV has named a new bishop for the Diocese of Laredo, Texas, marking the first episcopal succession in a diocese created by St. John… The post Pope accepts resignation of bishop of Laredo, Texas, names Tyler, Texas, priest as successor first appeared on OSV News.
- Pope accepts resignation of West Virginia bishop, names Washington auxiliary as successorby OSV News on May 1, 2026 at 12:13 pm
"I come to you first and foremost as your brother in faith," the bishop said. "I hope you will allow this stranger to walk with you on the journey of faith." The post Pope accepts resignation of West Virginia bishop, names Washington auxiliary as successor first appeared on OSV News.
