Global Church News

Cardinal McElroy appointed new Archbishop of Washington

Jan 08, 2025

Pope Francis accepts the resignation of Cardinal Wilton Daniel Gregory as head of the Archdiocese of the US capital and appoints Cardinal Robert McElroy who has led the Diocese of San Diego since March 2015.
Starman of Goa brings joy to many

Jan 08, 2025

For Anthony Rodrigues, the star which guided the three Wise Men of the East, is an inspiration for a unique mission involving children.
Spain's famed Camino wraps up year with half million pilgrims

Jan 08, 2025

El Camino de Santiago sets a record with 499,239 pilgrims in 2024, including 38,000 Americans on this iconic journey of faith
Leaders urge India’s Modi to curb spiraling violence against Christians

Jan 08, 2025

In an appeal to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, more than 400 Christian and civil leaders along with 30 church groups have called for “immediate and decisive action … to curb a surge in violence against Christians and especially during Christmas prayers and celebrations.”
New York Cardinal Timothy Dolan will lead prayer at Donald Trump’s inauguration

Jan 08, 2025

Cardinal Timothy Dolan will lead the opening prayer for President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration on Jan. 20.
Young adults share SEEK’s influence in their search for Christ in Salt Lake City

Jan 08, 2025

For many SEEK attendees, the multiday conference geared toward young adults is a “family reunion” of sorts, but for others it’s an introduction to the Catholic faith community and an experience that changes their lives.
Canadian Archbishop and Indigenous language scholar appointed to Winnipeg Archdiocese

Jan 08, 2025

Pope Francis has appointed Archbishop Murray Chatlain of Keewatin-Le Pas as the new archbishop of Winnipeg, Canada.
Pope’s preacher speaks on his humanity, return to faith, and being a Bible ‘expert’

Jan 08, 2025

Franciscan Capuchin Fr Roberto Pasolini is very comfortable with public speaking — it’s basically his job as a Scripture expert called on to give talks and lead retreats around Italy.
Catholic charity appeals to feed the hungry in Jubilee Year

Jan 07, 2025

Mary's Meals, which feeds 2.4 million children daily, calls for hope and action to bridge gap between privileged and hungry
Vice-Regent of Diocese of Rome ordained Auxiliary Bishop

Jan 07, 2025

In the presence of Pope Francis, on Saturday afternoon at Rome's Cathedral Basilica of Saint John Lateran, Monsignor Renato Tarantelli Baccari was ordained a Bishop during a Mass presided over by Rome's Cardinal Vicar Baldo Reina.