Wildfires

(OSV News) — A Washington state bishop is calling for prayer as wildfires have torched entire neighborhoods, leading to thousands of evacuations and hundreds of destroyed buildings. “As our region continues …

“We especially ask for prayers for all the volunteers and security forces who are tirelessly working to extinguish the fires.”

Pope Leo XIV offered prayers as firefighters continue to battle massive wildfires in Spain and France that have forced hundreds of thousands to evacuate from their homes.

“We ask the Lord to take control of the fires that are out of control and bring about a quick and safe resolution for all.” 

“What else can you do but double down on our faith and our connection with each other?” said Father Len MacMillian.

Two religious communities near Jerusalem have launched fundraising efforts to repair their properties damaged by wildfires.

(OSV News) — Pope Francis offered prayers and expressed deep concern over the deadly wildfires in South Korea, which have claimed at least 28 lives and caused widespread damage. The fire …

Diocesan official said wildfires forced three religious communities to be relocated temporarily and asked for prayers for those impacted and firefighters.

(OSV News) — Longtime photographer Bob Roller of OSV News visited Corpus Christi Church in the Pacific Palisades section of Los Angeles Jan. 15, 2025, a week after a wildfire tore …

LOS ANGELES (OSV News) — When Passionist Father Febin Barose first stepped outside the Mater Dolorosa Passionist Retreat Center in Sierra Madre and saw the flames from the Eaton Fire far …