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BETHESDA, Md. (OSV News) — Archbishop Timothy P. Broglio, head of the U.S. military archdiocese, reminded the congregation at an Ash Wednesday Mass of the elements of “our blessed journey” of …

Soon to be installed as Washington’s eighth archbishop, Cardinal Robert W. McElroy said Ash Wednesday Mass March 5 at the Cathedral of St. Matthew the Apostle.

“As Catholics in a global Church, we witness to the power of God’s love through our presence and assistance to those who are vulnerable,” says U.S. bishop.

Nigerian priest’s murder illustrates the grave situation for Christians facing persecution for their faith around the world, says pontifical charity.

Trump also repeated his previous statement that he believes he was “saved by God to make America great again” after a failed assassination attempt.

In Lenten reflection, U.S. bishops urged Catholics to answer Pope Francis’ call for prayer for the people of Ukraine in their Lenten reflection.

VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Pope Francis urged Christians to examine their consciences in Lent by comparing their daily lives to the hardships faced by migrants, calling it a way to …

(OSV News) — A “silent genocide” — mimicking the Rwandan one of 1994 — is occurring eastern Congo, said some Catholic Church sources, as shock greeted the killing of 70 …

LIVERPOOL, England (OSV News) — The British army veteran prosecuted for silently praying in front of an abortion clinic was, to his own surprise, caught in the global spotlight when his …

Sharing the U.S. bishops’ Lenten message this year, their pro-life chairman used it to remind all wounded by abortion that Jesus’ love knows no bounds.