WASHINGTON (OSV News) — While flashy events are planned in the U.S. capital for the Independence Day weekend, a prayerful commemoration of the United States’ 250th anniversary unfolded June 5-6 as …
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(OSV News) — In anticipation of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, the U.S. bishops will consecrate the country to the Sacred Heart of Jesus June …
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On June 11, during their spring meeting in Orlando, bishops of the United States will gather at the Basilica Shrine of Mary, Queen of the Universe, to consecrate the United …
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(OSV News) — A religious sister who immigrated to the U.S. as a child and became known as the “fastest nun in the West” is edging a step closer to possible …
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(OSV News) — A Texas bishop is assuring the faithful their sacraments remain valid after the priest who administered them was sentenced to life imprisonment for sexual assaults of several women …
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Cardinal Robert W. McElroy has removed Msgr. Stephen Rossetti from his exorcism ministry in the Archdiocese of Washington, citing concerns over the cleric’s recent social media statements “linking UFOs to …
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Absence of USAID, misinformation are among key challenges as CRS fights Ebola spread
by Kate Scanlonby Kate ScanlonWASHINGTON (OSV News) — As international health officials warn the Ebola outbreak in central Africa had a “big head start,” Catholic Relief Services, the overseas relief and development arm of the …
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Steaks, barbecue and shared blessings at play in bishops’ Stanley Cup wager
by John Knebelsby John Knebels(OSV News) — As the Vegas Golden Knights and Carolina Hurricanes meet in the Stanley Cup Final, two Catholic bishops are taking part in a friendly wager featuring regional foods tied …
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A Catholic priest from Nigeria has been sentenced in a Texas court to life in prison, as well as to two 20-year prison terms plus $30,000 in fines, for sexually …
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Meet the amazing missionary priest who could be one of Minnesota’s first saints
by Katie Yoderby Katie YoderThe U.S. bishops are set to take a key step in the sainthood cause of Msgr. Joseph Francis Buh (1833-1922).
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