Engagement in the Catholic Church: 'My motivation is that something changes from the bottom up'
Volunteers in Catholic parishes are facing challenges as they deal with community frustrations regarding issues such as abuse scandals and gender inequality within the church, ahead of upcoming elections for parish councils in Bavaria.
Parish Councils: Why Catholics Are Allowed to Vote This Sunday
Catholic parish councils in Germany will hold elections, allowing laypeople to participate in church governance despite the absence of a broader democratic structure in the church.
Why Pope Francis Did Not Come
The refusal of the previous Pope to visit Spain highlights the ongoing crisis within the national Catholic Church.
DSS arrests sixth Owo church attack suspect after four-year manhunt
The Nigerian Department of State Services has captured the sixth suspect in the 2022 St. Francis Catholic Church attack, following a lengthy investigation.
Pope Leo XIV to make historic Africa tour of four nations in April
Pope Leo XIV is scheduled to visit Algeria, Angola, Equatorial Guinea, and Cameroon from April 13-23, 2026, marking his first major overseas trip and a significant milestone in Catholic-Muslim relations.
The Pope plans symbolic visits to Africa and Europe
Pope Leo XIV is set to visit four African countries in April, marking the first time a Catholic Church leader will travel to Algeria, a majority-Muslim nation.
Sri Lanka arrests former intelligence chief over 2019 Easter bombings
Sri Lankan police have arrested retired Major General Suresh Sallay in connection with the 2019 Easter bombings.
Pope León XIV accepts invitation from Pedro Sánchez and will travel to Spain in June
Pope León XIV has confirmed an apostolic visit to Spain from June 6 to 12, 2026, accepting an invitation from the country’s authorities.
Bätzinga replaces Wilmer / A new leader of German bishops acts as a bridge between reformers and the Vatican
Germany's Catholic Church has elected Heiner Wilmer as its new supreme bishop amid tensions from the Synodal Way.
From Secrecy to Appointment: How Does the Pope Choose the New Archbishop of Aparecida (SP)? Understand the Vatican Process
The article explains the Vatican's secretive process for appointing a new Archbishop of Aparecida, Brazil, ahead of the retirement of the current archbishop in 2026.
"We hit a wall." Victims of abuse in the church demand accountability and system change
Victims of sexual abuse within the Czech Catholic Church are calling for accountability and systemic change, following years of silence and neglect from church authorities.
Why the choice of the new archbishop of Aparecida (SP) is strategic for the Catholic Church in Brazil?
The Catholic Church in Brazil is preparing for the appointment of a new archbishop for the Archdiocese of Aparecida following the retirement of Dom Orlando Brandes, a decision seen as strategically significant due to the city's religious and cultural importance.
The leader of the Catalan bishops on the rise of the far-right: 'The Church has no ideology, but it does have red lines'
Joan Planellas, the archbishop of Tarragona, discusses the Catholic Church's stance against far-right ideologies and advocates for the dignity of all people.
"We Hit a Wall." Victims of Abuse in the Church Demand Accountability and System Change
Victims of sexual abuse within the Czech Catholic Church are seeking accountability and systemic change, asserting that the Church has not adequately addressed these issues.
Energetic request from the Church to the Government not to halt works in popular neighborhoods
The Catholic Church has strongly criticized the Argentine government's reduction of budget for urban integration projects, warning of the consequences for marginalized neighborhoods.
Catholic Church announces envoy from Pope Leo XIV for beatification of priest murdered in MT
The Catholic Church has announced that Pope Leo XIV has approved the beatification ceremony for Italian priest Nazareno Lanciotti, who was murdered in Brazil in 2001.
Catholic Church: He can drive a tractor and theology. And he is also considered progressive
Heiner Wilmer, newly appointed Bishop of Hildesheim, balances his rural roots with progressive views in the Catholic Church.
Current Lexicon: What is Nepotism?
The article discusses the historical context and implications of nepotism, particularly through the example of Cardinal Francesco Barberini and his connections within the Catholic Church.
The bishops admit that León XIV spoke to them about the 'risks of submitting faith to ideologies'
Spanish bishops have acknowledged that during a meeting with pope León XIV, he warned about the risks of aligning faith with ideological movements, particularly concerning the rise of the far-right.
Catholic Church: Heiner Wilmer is the new chairman of the Bishops' Conference
Heiner Wilmer has been elected as the new chairman of the German Bishops' Conference during their spring assembly in Würzburg.
Catholic Church: Heiner Wilmer is the new Chairman of the German Bishops' Conference
Heiner Wilmer has been elected as the new Chairman of the German Bishops' Conference, succeeding Georg Bätzing.
In the Church, they say that Milei's distance from the bishops hampers the visit of Leon XIV to the country
The Argentine government's efforts to facilitate a papal visit are hindered by President Milei's refusal to meet with bishops over the past two years.
Finnish Bishop / Masses are full, we have to rent churches from Lutherans. Many people come to the church because they need a family
Finnish Bishop Raimo Goyarrola highlights the growing interest in Catholicism amid increasing attendance in a context where the Catholic Church represents a small minority.
In a church near Krakow, signatures were collected for lists to the KRS for Schab and 'Catholic judges'
A local priest encouraged parishioners in Czułów, Poland, to sign a petition supporting candidates for the National Judiciary Council, including Piotr Schab, who is associated with controversial actions against judges.
Flames engulf historic Montreal church, spread to retirement home next door
A significant fire destroyed the historic Saint-Paul Catholic Church in Montreal, forcing the evacuation of a neighboring retirement home.
Report of American Bishops on Religious Freedom / Church Leaders in the US Praise Trump's Policy on Gender Ideology. They Are Concerned About ICE Interventions
American bishops released their annual report on religious freedom in the United States, noting improvements under Trump administration but expressing concerns over immigration law enforcement.
Russian attack on Kyiv Oblast on 22 February damaged Roman Catholic church and monastery
A recent Russian strike in Kyiv Oblast has caused significant damage to both a Roman Catholic church and a monastery, although no casualties were reported among the residents.
Chair of the Bishops' Conference: Who Will Succeed Bätzing?
The German bishops are set to elect a new chairman, with no clear favorite emerging and the need for Italian language skills being highlighted.
Father Kim Soo-chang, senior priest of the Archdiocese of Seoul, passes away at 90
Father Kim Soo-chang, a senior priest of the Archdiocese of Seoul, has passed away on the 23rd at the age of 90.
The Pope warned bishops that his greatest concern in Spain is the far right that tries to 'instrumentalize the Church'
The Pope has expressed significant concern to Spanish bishops about the rise of far-right groups seeking to exploit the Church for their political gain.
FG reaffirms partnership with Catholic church for national development
The Nigerian Federal Government has reiterated its commitment to collaborate with the Catholic Church to promote national development and social cohesion during the Catholic Bishops' Conference of Nigeria's plenary meeting.
Catholic Church: Bishops Decide on Bätzing's Successor
The German Catholic bishops will gather in Würzburg for their spring assembly to elect a new chairman following Georg Bätzing's decision not to seek re-election.
The remains of Saint Francis of Assisi publicly displayed for the first time
The remains of Saint Francis of Assisi are being publicly displayed for the first time in honor of the 800th anniversary of his death.
As congregations shrink, old rural churches are being given new life
The article discusses the trend of renovating old churches in rural Australia, particularly focusing on the case of Our Lady of the Annunciation Catholic Church in Peranga.
Villarruel Distances Herself from the Government and Invites the Catholic Church to Present Its Position Against the Lowering of the Age of Criminal Responsibility
Argentina's Vice President Victoria Villarruel distances herself from the government and invites the Catholic Church to express its opposition to lowering the age of criminal responsibility to 14 years.
The German Who Chose Estonia's Fate and Died a Martyr: Bishop Eduard Profittlich
Today marks the remembrance day of Bishop Eduard Profittlich, a German who chose to stay in Estonia and share the fate of its vulnerable people, ultimately sacrificing his life.
Bishops held masses for victims of sexual abuse. "We must not remain silent"
Bishops in Poland conducted masses and Stations of the Cross to support victims of sexual abuse during the Lenten period.
Bishops appointed by Pope Leo 14 take possession in São Paulo
Two new auxiliary bishops appointed by Pope Leo 14 were installed in a ceremony at the Cathedral of Sé in São Paulo.
Mons. Eterović as an ‘Insider’ Reveals How Vatican Diplomacy Works in the Book ‘Silent Power’
Mons. Eterović's new book explores the intricate workings of Vatican diplomacy based on his decades-long involvement.
Alarmed by the inertia of the clergy and the crisis of faith, the Pope urges the Roman Church to break the routine
Pope Francis has urged the Roman clergy to break free from routine and engage actively with the changing times to revitalize religious practice and outreach.
Sexual Violence: Do Insurances Have to Pay Millions to Victims of Abuse?
The article discusses how victims of sexual violence in schools and churches may be entitled to compensation from statutory accident insurance, revealing long-hidden information known by the state and churches.
Mons. Eterović at the premiere of the film 'Silent Power': 'I worked according to my conscience, for the Church and the Croatian people'
The premiere of the documentary 'Silent Power' about Archbishop Nikola Eterović took place in Zagreb and was attended by significant religious figures and officials.
Catholic Church: Generational Change Under the Cross
Monsignor Josef Riedl is retiring after 44 years of service, with Stefan Schmitt set to succeed him as pastor in Ebersberg.
From Lampedusa to Rimini. The Italian tour of Pope Leo
Pope Leo will embark on a series of pastoral visits across Italy from May to August, focusing on spirituality and social issues.
The Lefebvrists rejected a proposal from the Vatican and confirmed that they will ordain bishops
The Lefebvrists have turned down a Vatican proposal and announced their intent to ordain bishops regardless.
The Diocese near Philadelphia has reached a $180 million settlement to resolve abuse claims
The Camden Diocese near Philadelphia has agreed to a $180 million settlement for more than 300 individuals who survived sexual abuse incidents linked to priests in the 1980s and 1990s.
US Catholic diocese to pay nearly R$ 1 billion to settle sexual abuse lawsuits
A Catholic diocese in New Jersey has agreed to pay $180 million to settle hundreds of sexual abuse lawsuits involving incidents from the 1970s and 1980s.
Justice and Peace on Surrogacy: A Serious Violation of the Inalienable Dignity of the Child and Mother
The Croatian Bishops' Conference has issued a statement condemning surrogacy, emphasizing its immoral implications for both children and mothers.
Why this priest forgave the man who burnt his church to the ground
A priest in Sydney forgave the arsonist responsible for burning down St Patrick's Cathedral after witnessing the destruction of the historic church.
With a theme of social inequality, the 2026 Fraternity Campaign is launched in AC: 'Personal and social conversion'
The 2026 Fraternity Campaign, focusing on social inequality, was launched in Rio Branco, Brazil, urging reflection on the right to dignified housing as a core element of faith and citizenship.