Poverty

If you think of the most secularized regions in Europe — like the Czech Republic — even there, Christians are many times more numerous than here.”

“We give thanks for a priest whose life was a gift poured out in service” and who touched countless lives “by his compassion, leadership and unwavering faith.”

The same week, President Donald Trump said in response to questions from journalists not to “rush” him on the Iran war, as controversy over his comments about Pope Leo XIV …

The pope’s visit “was a unique moment. For once, the whole country halted, revealing a deep sense of joy and a longing for peace and justice.”

“Today, Africa is called to contribute significantly to the holiness and missionary character of the Christian people,” the pope said.

In Monaco, “numerous ecclesial or civil associations that take care of children in difficulty, fragile families, the elderly, and the sick.”

Some small farmers in the country’s impoverished Black Belt are poised to see significant returns thanks to a fledgling Catholic farming aid and grant program.

“Our conversations have focused on how to better guide the People of God with wisdom and courage in a time marked by profound changes and challenges.”

Deep slashes to USAID funding have now made the annual Rice Bowl collection more essential than ever for Catholic Relief Services.

“Human flourishing requires meeting basic needs such as food, water, shelter, together with quality healthcare and education and also freedom.”