Catholic high school students experience professions firsthand May 19, 2026By Katie V. Jones Catholic Review Filed Under: Feature, Local News, News, Schools Gaining firsthand experience in a career before committing time and money can offer valuable insight for students still weighing their futures. Through high school internship and mentorship programs, students can explore a range of fields while learning more about their own interests and strengths.
Parish scarred by clergy abuse creates memorial for survivors May 19, 2026By Gina Christian OSV News Filed Under: Feature, News, World News When he became pastor of St. Cecilia Parish in Philadelphia some four years ago, Father Christopher Walsh discerned “the need for something to bring healing.”
Global executions surge to highest recorded figure in 44 years, Amnesty International report says May 19, 2026By Kate Scanlon OSV News Filed Under: Feature, News, World News The number of executions around the globe in 2025 surged to the highest recorded figure in 44 years, a new Amnesty International report said.
AI cannot replace humanity, conscience, truth, Irish archbishop says May 19, 2026By Junno Arocho Esteves OSV News Filed Under: AI, Feature, News, World News Advancements in artificial intelligence can provide surface-level solutions, but in the age of manipulated images and manufactured creativity, it can never replace human beings created in the image and likeness of God, said Irish Archbishop Eamon Martin of Armagh.
Archbishop Lori ordains 12 transitional deacons May 18, 2026By Katie V. Jones Catholic Review Filed Under: deacons, Feature, Local News, News, Vocations Their ordination as transitional deacons is the final step before they are expected to be ordained to the priesthood next year.
Radio Interview: Saying yes to God’s plan May 18, 2026By Catholic Review Staff Catholic Review Filed Under: CR Radio, Feature, Local News, News, Radio Interview Mark Viviano talks with Gregg Landry, founder of Blue Rock Productions and president of the Catholic Business Network of Baltimore, about how a single reflection question at a men’s faith group – what have you said no to that could have been a blessing? – led Landry to eucharistic ministry at Good Samaritan Hospital in Baltimore and, eventually, prison ministry.
Archdiocese of Baltimore names teachers of the year May 18, 2026By Katie V. Jones Catholic Review Filed Under: Feature, Local News, News, Schools The Archdiocese of Baltimore recognized three teachers of the year May 7 with surprise visits to their classrooms by their principals and Gregory Farno, chancellor for archdiocese schools.
Archbishop Lori recognized with new award May 18, 2026By Katie V. Jones Catholic Review Filed Under: Archbishop's Ministry, Feature, Local News, News A long-time advocate for St. John Vianney Center in Philadelphia, Archbishop William E. Lori was given the center’s first-ever Ambassador Award May 8 during its 80th anniversary breakfast.
Pope Leo XIV to publish encyclical on artificial intelligence May 25 May 18, 2026By Courtney Mares OSV News Filed Under: AI, Feature, News, Vatican, World News Pope Leo XIV’s first encyclical, “Magnifica Humanitas,” will be published May 25, addressing artificial intelligence and the protection of human dignity, the Vatican has announced.
America 250 occasion to reflect on equality as a God-given right, Bishop Barron says May 18, 2026By Kate Scanlon OSV News Filed Under: America's 250th anniversary, Feature, News, World News As the nation prepares to celebrate its 250th birthday, it should reflect on how the American understanding of equality is grounded in the belief that all people are equally children of God, Bishop Robert E. Barron of Winona-Rochester, Minnesota, said May 17 at a prayer rally on the National Mall.
Pope approves creation of interdicasterial commission on AI May 16, 2026By Isabella H. de Carvalho OSV News Filed Under: AI, Feature, News, Vatican, World News Pope Leo XIV approved the creation of an Interdicasterial Commission on Artificial Intelligence in a rescript released May 16. The rescript was signed by Cardinal Michael Czerny, prefect of the Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development.
Eudist sisters face possible eviction with prayer, trust in God — and an attorney May 16, 2026By Gina Christian OSV News Filed Under: Feature, News, World News A group of women religious serving the imprisoned and impoverished are calling for prayer and assistance, as one of their members faces eviction from a San Diego residence the community has rented for years.
