Sometimes we think of Thomas as a second-rate apostle, as someone who lacks faith! What a mistake! It's not that he lacks faith, because he truly believes that Jesus is the Son of God, but he ...

The former Cardinal Robert Prevost vowed to work for unity. “I think he will inspire,” said Susan Hanssen, a professor who ...

Pope Leo XIV vowed Sunday to work for unity in a polarized Catholic Church and world, as history’s first American pope ...

as Urban VI’s death triggered the Western Schism—a period during which up to three different men claimed to be the legitimate successor of the Apostle Peter. The conclave begins 15 to 20 days ...

A journalist shares some biographical information on who St. Augustine, the father of Pope Leo XIV's order, was.

The multi-talented creative breaks down the connection between music and the Black church, and his role in Ryan Coogler’s acclaimed horror flick.

A line that stretches back to St. Peter and Jesus Every new pope is seen as a successor to St. Peter, the apostle believed by Catholics to have been appointed by Jesus as the head of the church.

When Jorge Bergoglio chose the name Francis upon becoming pope, it was a tribute to his favorite saint. Others took ...

Biblical names never go out of style – they've been among the most popular names for centuries. Here are some perennial favorites, and some you may not be familiar with.

The Apostle's Creed is rightly considered to be a faithful summary of the apostles' teaching. It is the ancient baptismal symbol of the Church of Rome. -Catechism of the Catholic Church ...

Paul’s cry to the Philippian jailer is a model for the church to respond to suicide in an America plagued by deaths of despair. Paul, Silas, and their companions were dirty, wounded, and ...