world news Health CareNewsVaticanWorld News Medical advances must be at service of those most in need, pope says Justin McLellanMarch 18, 20243 min read Cutting-edge science and medical research cannot benefit only the privileged few but must be placed at the service of those most in need, Pope Francis said. CollegesFeatureNewsSportsWorld News Seven Catholic schools dancing in this year’s March Madness OSV NewsMarch 18, 20244 min read The 2024 Men’s Division I NCAA Tournament gets underway March 19 with the “First Four” play-in games, and seven Catholic schools will be playing at least once in the single-elimination Big Dance. CollegesNewsVaticanWorld News Rome biblical, Eastern institutes merged with Gregorian University Cindy WoodenMarch 18, 20243 min read At the request of Pope Francis, three Jesuit-run institutions of higher learning in Rome — the Pontifical Gregorian University, the Pontifical Biblical Institute and the Pontifical Oriental Institute — will formally become one university in May. FeatureNewsRespect LifeSupreme CourtWorld News U.S. bishops urge prayer as high court poised to hear cases on pill used in abortion Gina ChristianMarch 18, 20244 min read As the Supreme Court prepares to take up two cases on access to pills commonly used for early abortions, U.S. Catholic bishops have issued a nationwide call to prayer to end abortion and protect women and unborn children. CollegesNewsWorld News Catholic identity at heart of Catholic University’s new ‘Lead with Light’ brand Lauretta BrownMarch 18, 20244 min read The Catholic University of America launched a new “Lead with Light” brand March 18 to emphasize the institution’s focus on Christ and bringing his light to the world through vibrant community life and academic excellence. FeatureNewsVaticanWorld News Pope calls for release of religious brothers kidnapped in Haiti Justin McLellanMarch 18, 20243 min read Pope Francis called for the release of two religious brothers, members of the Congregation of the Brothers of the Sacred Heart, who are still being held hostage in Haiti. FeatureNewsVaticanWorld News Road to Rome: U.S.-Vatican diplomatic ties still vital after 40 years Carol GlatzMarch 17, 20246 min read The United States established formal diplomatic relations with the Holy See 40 years ago, and the current ambassador in Rome says its mission has been a wonderful success. BishopsFeatureNewsWorld News Analysis: Major changes in store for Latin Church in US as bishop appointments stall Michael R. HeinleinMarch 17, 20245 min read Change looms on the horizon for the American hierarchy. And the anticipation continues to build as the appointment of Latin Church bishops in the United States has seriously stalled out over the last year or so. EucharistEvangelizationFeatureNewsWorld News Eucharistic Revival’s ‘Invite One Back’ initiative helps parishes reach lapsed Catholics Lauretta BrownMarch 16, 20244 min read The bishops launched resources in early March as part of the “Invite One Back” initiative, equipping clergy and parish leaders to invite those who have stopped attending Sunday Mass to fill the pews once again. FeatureNewsSocial JusticeWorld News New Unbound CEO a woman set on freeing a million more people from poverty Kimberly HeatheringtonMarch 16, 20247 min read Ashley Hufft is a woman with a mission — and not just as the first woman to become president and chief executive officer of Unbound, an international nonprofit founded by Catholics assisting the poor and marginalized in 17 countries around the globe. Previous 1 … 1 2 3 … 425 Next