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U.S. Bishops Urge Global Aid after Deadly Nepal Floods
The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops urged the international community to provide humanitarian aid for families in Nepal after flash floods killed hundreds of people and destroyed homes on Aug. 26.
Nepal, China Warn of Second Flood as Church Launches Relief Efforts
Authorities are warning of a second flood after Wednesday’s devastating deluge on the Nepal-China border, which left more than 1,500 people missing, many presumed dead.
Vatican Official in Russia: War in Ukraine Must End, but not through Military Means
During his visit to Russia, Archbishop Paul Richard Gallagher, the Vatican secretary for relations with states and international organizations, reaffirmed the Holy See's position that the conflict with Ukraine "cannot be resolved by military means."
Pope Leo Appoints Leader of Knights of Columbus to Vatican Body
Pope Leo XIV has appointed Knights of Columbus Supreme Knight Patrick Kelly as a member of the Dicastery for the Laity, the Family, and Life. The Vatican announced Kelly’s appointment on Aug. 25.
New Film ‘American Martyr’ Tells Story of Oklahoma Priest and Martyr Blessed Stanley Rother
Hundreds gathered late last month in Oklahoma City for the premiere of the new film “American Martyr: The Stanley Rother Story,” a feature-length documentary depicting the inspiring life of Blessed Stanley Rother.
St. Bernadette’s Relics to Tour the United States
The Sanctuary of Our Lady of Lourdes announced the relics of St. Bernadette Soubirous will travel to the United States as part of a 2026–2027 tour intended to bring the beloved saint to Catholic communities across America.
Catholic Bishops Urge Prayers against Abortion by Mail that ‘Leaves Women Vulnerable’
With an increasing number of abortions done via sending pills through the U.S. mail, the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) is urging Catholics across the nation to pray to St. Joseph to “stop the spread” of abortion pills.
U.S. Bishops Ask for ‘Intense Prayers’ for Hamas-Israel Peace Amid Gaza’s ‘Disastrous’ Conditions
In response to President Donald Trump’s announcement last week of a deal between the U.S.-led Board of Peace, Israel, and Hamas, the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) called for “intense prayers” for the deal’s success as Gaza faces a worsening humanitarian crisis.
Federal Guidance on Religious Liberty Reflects Church Autonomy, Parental Rights Rulings
The Department of Justice (DOJ) sent a memorandum to federal departments and agencies with updated guidance on religious liberty and parental rights protections, based on recent U.S. Supreme Court precedent.
Meet Ferrán Torres, the Catholic Forward Whose Goal Won the World Cup for Spain
Ferrán Torres is the Catholic forward who secured a 1–0 victory for Spain over Messi’s Argentina in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, played on Sunday, July 19, in New Jersey.
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