Consider Jesus hanging on the cross. Observe the cuts on his body from being scourged and violently stripped of his clothes. See the gashes made from falling under the weight …

Venezuela’s first two saints were canonized Sunday: José Gregorio Hernández, revered by millions for his dedication to poor people, and Mother Carmen Rendiles Martínez, founder of a Venezuelan religious order.

A crowd of 50, including some of the city’s most prominent religious leaders, held an interfaith vigil before joining a demonstration in Times Square.

O’Loughlin brings more than 15 years of experience in religion journalism, as a reporter, editor, podcast host and author. He will step into the position in January.

Ending Clergy Abuse board members and survivors hold a press conference after meeting with Pope Leo XIV on Oct. 20, 2025 in Rome. / Credit: Simone Padovani/Getty Images Vatican City, …

What do Yosemite, Grand Canyon, and Great Smoky Mountains national parks have in common? Breathtaking landscapes is one answer, but it’s not the only one. During peak season, you’ll also …

Archdiocese of BostonBishop Mark O’Connell. The 61-year-old O’Connell has served the Archdiocese of Boston as an auxiliary bishop since 2016.

A grand procession of the Council Fathers at St. Peter’s Basilica COMMNETARY: With the Decree ‘Ad Gentes,’ the Second Vatican Council sought to give new energy to the Church’s efforts …

Bishop Edward Bernard Scharfenberger retired and Bishop Mark William O’Connell was named Bishop of Albany, New York, USA. Bishop O’Connell had been serving as Auxiliary Bishop of Boston, Massachusetts.

Welcome, and congratulations. You’ve lived long enough to see the age of flying cars—privately owned, solo-piloted aircraft, free to operate in unrestricted airspace, much as automobiles can take to the …