Become a Member
As a member, you will receive special access to diocesan events, members-only content, networking gatherings, and recognition for your support. Read More
Letters to the Editor
Click here to read this week's letters to the editor. Read More
Currents News
Currents News Nightly Newscast
The award-winning Currents News is the go-to source for news from the Catholic perspective. Click here to watch the latest newscast. Read More
Now Available For Purchase: Chasing Church News
From the lens of the former editor of "The Tablet," this captivating book showcases the most compelling photos captured throughout a 50-year career. Read More
International News
Pope Leo XIV: Vatican Still Ready To Host Peace Talks Between Russia, Ukraine
Meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Pope Leo XIV reiterated his willingness to host representatives of Russia and Ukraine at the Vatican for peace negotiations. Read More
International News
Notre Dame Prepares to Reopen Towers’ Tour With Return of Famed Statues of Saints to Rooftop
Symbolic lifting of the statues surrounding the spire of Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris marked the beginning of one of the last phases of the roof reconstruction before the towers of the Parisian icon will reopen to the public on Sept. 20. Read More
National News
Judge Blocks Planned Parenthood Defunding Provision Backed by Bishops
A federal judge placed a temporary restraining order on a provision in the "One Big Beautiful Bill Act," which President Donald Trump signed into law July 4, that would have stopped Planned Parenthood from receiving Medicaid payments for a year. Read More
Diocesan News
Bishop Robert Brennan, Bishop of Columbus Unite to Advocate for Religious Workforce Protection Act
Bishop Robert Brennan is joined by his successor in the Diocese of Columbus, Bishop Earl Fernandes, in promoting the Religious Workforce Protection Act to help avert priest shortages in the U.S. Read More
International News
After 12 Years, Castel Gandolfo Locals Welcome the Pope Back to His Summer Home
After more than a decade without its most famous vacationer, the quiet town of Castel Gandolfo once again counts the pope among its summer residents. Read More
International News
3 North Americans Named to Vatican Dicasteries for Ecumenism, Interreligious Dialogue
Three North Americans are among recent appointees to Vatican dicasteries that address issues of ecumenism and interreligious dialogue. Read More
International News
Missing Priest, Murdered Missionaries Put Spotlight on Rising Anti-Christian Violence in Colombia
For almost three weeks, Colombian authorities have been searching for Father Carlos Jaimes Guerrero, a 30-year-old Augustinian friar who went missing on June 17, and they still have not identified potential reasons for his disappearance. Read More
International News
Dalai Lama, Iconic Spiritual Leader Who Has Met Popes and Befriended Presidents, Turns 90
The Dalai Lama's long history as Tibet's leader-in-exile has resulted in multiple visits and forged friendships with world leaders, including St. John Paul II. Read More
National News
Catholics Mourn, Offer Support as Texas Flood’s Death Toll Rises
The death toll from catastrophic flooding July 4 has now risen to more than 100 people as of July 8, including children in Kerr County. Read More
Editorials
Supporting New Faces in The Diocese’s Ministry
May Independence Day Unite the Church
Combating Hollywood’s Anti-Catholic Bias
Living Father’s Day In St. Joseph’s Image
The Complexities of Faith and Justice
Columns
Religious Freedoms Must Be Honored by Immigration Officials
Immigration, Deportation: Uneasy Partners
Time Running Out to Prevent Assisted Suicide
How Christian Faith Creates a Beautiful Life
The Connection Between Scripture, Everyday Life
Obituaries
Sister Evelyn Margaret Klemmer, CSJ
