The prophet Amos does not mince words: “Hear this, you who trample upon the needy and destroy the poor of the land” (Amos 8:4). He condemns those who exploit the vulnerable for profit, those who use their power not to protect but to oppress. Sadly, this warning is not ancient history. It echoes in our own time.
Author: Christine
Palestinians Are Living in ‘Unacceptable’ Conditions, Pope Says
As tens of thousands of Palestinians were fleeing their homes as Israel launched a major new ground offensive in Gaza City, Pope Leo XIV expressed his “profound closeness to the Palestinian people in Gaza.”
A Warm Welcome In Ordinary Time
As unsettled times leave many on the move, they may be joining new parish communities. In those sad situations where long-standing parishes have closed, leaving parishioners spiritually homeless, they may be seeking the embrace of a new family under a cloud of deep loss. As newcomers settle into our parishes, what do they find when they arrive?
Senseless Violence Can Never Be Tolerated
As we marked the solemn anniversary of Sept. 11, 2001 — a day when terror shattered the illusion of security and claimed nearly 3,000 innocent lives — we are reminded that violence, in its many insidious forms, continues to plague our world today.
Great Irish Fair Celebrates Culture, Heritage While Promoting Unity in Brooklyn
Traditions can be broken, even at the Great Irish Fair.
Thousands of Visitors Celebrate Pope Leo’s Birthday in St. Peter’s Square
Dozens of small handmade signs and large bold banners waved in the crowd of some 30,000 visitors in St. Peter’s Square wishing Pope Leo XIV a happy birthday Sept. 14.
22-Year-Old Suspect Arrested in Killing of Activist Charlie Kirk
Authorities announced that 22-year-old Tyler Robinson has been arrested as the suspect in the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, who died after being shot on Sept. 10 during an event at Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah.
Appeals Court Allows Planned Parenthood Defunding To Proceed, for Now
A federal appeals court has allowed implementation of a provision of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act that would eliminate Medicaid funding for Planned Parenthood and its affiliates for one year.
Pope Leo XIV Authorizes Traditional Latin Mass in St. Peter’s Square
Pope Leo XIV has given permission for U.S. Cardinal Raymond L. Burke to celebrate the traditional Latin Mass in St. Peter’s Basilica during a pilgrimage in October.
Calls From Pope to Gaza Church Bring ‘Great Joy,’ Says Parish Priest
Pope Leo XIV has reached out to the Catholic community in Gaza, making a phone call to the Holy Family Parish — the only Catholic parish in the region. About 500 refugees currently live within the parish complex.