From the Archives: Blue Army Pilgrimage to Europe, 1954
Seventy-eight members of the Blue Army of Our Lady of Fatima, today known as the World Apostolate of Fatima, board a plane en route to Europe, where they will make … Learn More
Pope to lawmakers: AI must serve, not dominate, humanity
Pope Leo XIV called on Catholic legislators to establish oversight of artificial intelligence so that technology serves the common good rather than eroding human dignity. “The world does not need an artificial … Learn More
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Counter lies of hatred, power, with Catholic culture of love, pope says
The Catholic vision and culture of love and mercy must overcome the false narratives that create enemies and convince people and nations to “re-arm” in a “culture of power,” Pope Leo XIV … Learn More
From the Archives: Blue Army Pilgrimage to Europe, 1954
Seventy-eight members of the Blue Army of Our Lady of Fatima, today known as the World Apostolate of Fatima, board a plane en route to Europe, where they will make … Learn More
Pope to lawmakers: AI must serve, not dominate, humanity
Pope Leo XIV called on Catholic legislators to establish oversight of artificial intelligence so that technology serves the common good rather than eroding human dignity. “The world does not need an artificial … Learn More
Cardinal Tobin: In the One Christ, we are one
My dear sisters and brothers in Christ, On Sunday, July 26, 2026, in his final Angelus Message given while vacationing at the papal residence in Castel Gandolfo (see selection below), Pope … Learn More
SFIC Sends 14 Students to Summer STEM Camps
The Scholarship Fund for Inner-City Children (SFIC) celebrated the 30th anniversary of its annual Space Camp scholarships by sending six students who excel in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) … Learn More
Why do Catholics refer to the Virgin Mary as Queen?
The Blessed Virgin Mary is repeatedly referred to in the Catholic Church as “Queen,” and often called the “Queen of Heaven and Earth.” There is even a Feast of the … Learn More
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- A year after school shooting, Annunciation family moves forward in hopeby Dave Hrbacek on August 24, 2026 at 1:25 pm
MINNEAPOLIS (OSV News) — Molly Stommes was working from home the morning of Aug. 27, 2025, when she heard “very loud noises” coming from just across the street, where Annunciation… The post A year after school shooting, Annunciation family moves forward in hope first appeared on OSV News.
- What young Catholics say draws their peers to the Church and gives them a reason to stayby Nicole Olea on August 24, 2026 at 12:52 pm
Rachel Mroz, 22 said young Catholics need people around them who encourage them in the faith, "other people who want to run to heaven with us." The post What young Catholics say draws their peers to the Church and gives them a reason to stay first appeared on OSV News.
- Full text: Pope Leo XIV’s Angelus address given Aug. 23, 2026by Pope Leo XIV on August 23, 2026 at 5:07 pm
(OSV News) — The following is the full text of Pope Leo XIV’s Angelus address given Aug. 23 at St. Peter’s Square. Dear brothers and sisters, happy Sunday! This Sunday’s… The post Full text: Pope Leo XIV’s Angelus address given Aug. 23, 2026 first appeared on OSV News.
- Catholic culture of love can counter the lies of hatred, power, pope saysby Catholic News Service on August 22, 2026 at 8:26 pm
Pope Leo spoke often to the many young people in attendance, putting the spotlight on their great enthusiasm, "which is a sign of the Spirit!" The post Catholic culture of love can counter the lies of hatred, power, pope says first appeared on OSV News.
- Parents affected by 2025 Annunciation school shooting gather to pray, reflect before new school yearby Josh McGovern / The Catholic Spirit on August 21, 2026 at 9:02 pm
EDINA, Minn. — Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church was packed during Mass Aug. 19 ahead of “An Evening with Annunciation Parents: Faith, Hope and Resilience,” an event held eight days… The post Parents affected by 2025 Annunciation school shooting gather to pray, reflect before new school year first appeared on OSV News.
























