CHICAGO (OSV News) — Catholics and non-Catholics alike were abuzz with excitement in Chicago May 8, after one of the city’s native sons became pope. Taking the name Leo XIV, …
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As an associate pastor, then-Father Ranjith was “a very energetic young priest” with a strong affinity for the poor, like Francis.
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“Several Asians being looked at by the rest of the world, that’s a significant thing for the church,” said Maryknoll Father William Grimm.
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On the 50th anniversary of when the Khmer Rouge took power in Cambodia and left close to 2 million people dead, the Catholic Church there, still a fledgling minority, is …
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CHICAGO (OSV News) — The Archdiocese of Chicago filed a countersuit March 24 against seven alleged victims of clergy child sex abuse who either have pending settlements or have already received …
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An Arizona couple whose toddler survived a drowning incident March 2 is attributing his miraculous recovery to intercessions from Blessed Michael McGivney.
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(OSV News) — An Illinois bill that compels homeschooling families and private schools to provide the state with the personal information of every student enrolled in some form of private education …
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Ending CHNV program would lead to greater disruption of the stability of those who are contributing members of U.S. society, say immigrant advocates.
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The president of the march’s main organizer, Illinois Right to Life, said she expects a larger turnout than the 3,000 participants in recent years.
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(OSV News) — Farms are in every state in the country, producing fruits, vegetables, grains, dairy and raising animals for consumption. It all makes its way to the nation’s dinner tables. …
