Clergy Must Be Shepherds, Not Wolves, Says Pope

Pope Francis asked the Catholic faithful to pray for bishops and priests to be poor, humble and meek in the service of the people.

Archbishop Chaput Finalizes Three Priests’ Ministry Removal

Archbishop Chaput is following up on then-archbishop Cardinal Justin Rigali’s action that put 26 active diocesan clergy on leave in March 2011.

Pope to Priests: Anointing Others Will Strengthen Your Heart

During the Holy Thursday chrism Mass, the sacred oils for baptism, confirmation and the anointing of the sick were blessed.

‘Strength in Christ’ Needed for Scotland Church’s Recovery

The faithful are reminded to trust Jesus.

Rome Sabbatical Course Revised to Allow More U.S. Priests

Pontifical North American College program serves to re-energize its priestly participants.

Accessible Sainthood

Saturday Book Pick: 'Holiness for Everyone: The Practical Spirituality of St. Josemaria Escriva.'

Msgr. William Lynn Gets 3-6 Years for Role in Philadelphia Sex-Abuse Cases

District attorney hopes case will be a warning to others; archdiocese says lesson has already been learned.

Frontline Faith Marks 2 Years of Providing Catholic MP3s to the Troops

Apostolate to those defending our freedom rolls out digital versions for non-Catholic Christians and for those on the homefront.

Unforgettable Images of the Priesthood

COMMENTARY

The History Behind 'For Greater Glory'

During Cristero Rebellion, Mexico was ‘a kind of collective Christ,’ says the war’s principal historian.

Head of Catholic Archdiocese for the Military Remembers Soldiers’ Sacrifices

Archbishop Timothy Broglio sees courageous Catholics as most faithful citizens.

Remembering Father Norman Weslin, Pro-Life Activist

The former Army officer, married man and widower-priest was fearless defender of the unborn.

Remembering Catholic Psychiatrist Conrad Baars

Sue Baars reflects on her father’s contributions to psychiatry and the Church.

2012 Holds Multiple Anniversaries for Opus Dei

Organization marks third decade as a personal prelature and 10th anniversary of St. Josemaria Escriva’s canonization.

Irish Bishop Reaffirms Seal of Confession Amid Legal Controversy

The Healing of a Football Player’s Wounded Heart

Former quarterback finds peace of soul in the Mass, priesthood and intercession of St. Joseph.

Church's Annual Audit Shows Decrease in Current Cases of Abuse

Number of allegations by minors today can be counted on two hands. Majority of reported cases are decades old.

How Holy Obedience Saved a Priest's Life on Titanic

Jesuit’s iconic photos comprise the most comprehensive collection of photographs that exist of the ill-fated ship 100 years later.

Sainthood Cause of Father Walter Ciszek Moves Forward

The Vatican’s Congregation for the Causes of Saints issued a declaration that the investigation is valid.

Obedience, Celibacy, Poverty: A Register Symposium

The Promises That Free Priests to Serve Christ: A March 25 issue special section