The Diocese of Arlington, Virginia, recently ordained 12 new Catholic priests in a joyful Mass at its cathedral.

ROME — Pope Leo XIV doubled down on Friday on his appeal for unity in the polarized Catholic Church , urging priests to act ...

Cease these tactics immediately, in favor of an approach that respects human rights,” the immigrant bishop said.

Most think reports about sexual abuse in the church reflect ongoing issues, but they don’t think the problem is unique to the ...