Habemus Ex-Papam? Benedict Gives New Life to Old Precedent

‘The Holy Father is a realist,’ Cardinal Adam Maida explains about the Pope’s startling decision to step down.

Why We Need the Gift of Wisdom

Commentary: Part 2 of a Register series on the gifts of Holy Spirit.

Bishop John D'Arcy: a Legacy of 'Tough Love'

The former Boston auxiliary recalls his attempts to stop the sex-abuse scandal before it happened.

Catholics and the Question of Gun Ownership

With no definitive Church teaching on the matter, believers fall on both sides of the issue.

Sanctifying Gifts and Charismatic Gifts

Connecting the Dots: Part one in a new Register series on the gifts of the Holy Spirit.

European Archbishops Warn of Increasingly Harsh Attacks on the Church

The head of the Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith says media criticisms are provoking ‘artificially generated anger’ that sometimes is suggestive of ‘a pogrom atmosphere.'

States Block Insurance Abortion Coverage as Reality of HHS Mandate Grows

And more states will follow, says the staff counsel for Americans United for Life.

Vatican Archbishop Calls for Courage in Face of Secularization

'In order to present the Gospel as a force that gives life, we need to emphasize the intellectual and rational nature of the faith,' said Archbishop Gerhard Ludwig Müller, prefect of the Vatican’s Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith.

Pope Appoints New Leader for Portland Archdiocese

Bishop Alexander Sample of Marquette, Mich., will shepherd the Oregon archdiocese, which is the second oldest in the United States.

Desire for Freedom Celebrated, Pondered at ‘New York Encounter’

Communion and Liberation’s annual event in the Big Apple showcases the experience of freedom in the arts, politics, business and faith.

California Monks Build New Chapel With Medieval Stones

After languishing in Golden Gate Park for more than 60 years, stones reclaimed from Spain’s Santa Maria de Ovila monastery come into service again at a contemporary Cistercian abbey.

Pro-Adoption Ad Campaign Reaches Women Nationwide

The campaign aired 45 spots over a four-week period on the Oxygen Network during the reality TV show ‘I’m Having Their Baby.’

U.K. Anglican Ordinariate Given ‘Beautiful’ London Parish

Previously, the parish has hosted biweekly ‘Soho Masses’ for the attendance of ‘gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgendered’ Catholics.

Pope Benedict’s Momentous 2012

In the seventh year of his pontificate, the Holy Father is as vital as ever.

Lost Fathers, Lost Children

Remembering Judge Bork (1927-2012)

COMMENTARY: An Ave Maria colleague recalls Robert Bork's impact in the classroom.

Filipino Church Vows Continued Opposition to ‘Reproductive Health’ Bill

Despite determined resistance from Catholic leaders, Philippine lawmakers passed legislation Dec. 17 promoting contraception for poor people.

Father James Schall’s ‘Final Gladness’

With a nod to Belloc, the respected theologian retires with a parting lecture that focuses on friendship.

Wyoming Catholic College Dismisses Chaplain

Decision follows allegations of improper behavior with students.

Supreme Court Set to Hear Prop. 8 and DOMA Cases

Both sides in the struggle over the legal definition of marriage are enthusiastic about their courtroom prospects, but the high court could steer clear of passing definitive judgment on the issue.