Franciscan Father Jonathan McElhone chats with students at Franciscan University of Steubenville. At these schools, students are introduced to a community’s particular charism or way of life and are deeply affected by the presence and… Witnessing and Preaching: How Religious Communities Influence College Life

St. John Henry Newman near the end of his life, in 1887. / Credit: Babouba, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons Vatican City, Sep 28, 2025 / 06:25 am (CNA). Pope Leo XIV announced on Sunday… Pope Leo XIV to proclaim St. John Henry Newman a doctor of the Church on Nov. 1

St. Thomas Mission service at Mar Qardakh International School. / Credit: Alex McKenna ACI MENA, Sep 28, 2025 / 07:00 am (CNA). Every day people from around the world visit Iraq — some to explore… From Ohio to Erbil: Student missionaries help revive Catholic education in Iraq

Pope Leo XIV hands a crucifix to a newly instituted catechist during Mass in St. Peter’s Square at the Vatican on Sept. 28, 2025. / Credit: Vatican Media Vatican City, Sep 28, 2025 / 07:15… Pope Leo XIV entrusts ministry of catechist to 39 at jubilee celebration

BaboubaSt. John Henry Newman near the end of his life, in 1887. With the proclamation, the saint will become the 38th doctor of the Church, joining a select group of saints recognized for their enduring… Pope Leo XIV to Proclaim St. John Henry Newman a Doctor of the Church On Nov. 1

Pope Leo XIV greets pilgrims gathered in St. Peter’s Square at the Vatican on September 27, 2025. / Daniel Ibáñez Vatican City, Sep 27, 2025 / 07:30 am (CNA). Pope Leo XIV marked the Jubilee… Pope marks Jubilee of Catechists: teach relationship with Jesus

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Students gather around the Gratitude Bell at Belmont Abbey College. These customs often do serious work in transmitting Catholic culture and fostering a sense of belonging for these young adults.

The U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C. / Credit: Andrea Izzotti/Shutterstock Washington, D.C. Newsroom, Sep 27, 2025 / 08:30 am (CNA). A looming U.S. government shutdown could affect Roman Catholic churches and Catholic institutions that depend… Possible U.S. government shutdown could disrupt military Masses, meals for preschoolers

Pope Leo XIV greets an audience at the Jubilee of Catechists at the Vatican, Saturday, Sept. 27, 2025 / Credit: Vatican Media ACI Prensa Staff, Sep 27, 2025 / 09:50 am (CNA). Pope Leo XIV… Pope Leo chooses theme for 34th World Day of the Sick: 'The compassion of the Samaratin'