Blessed Carmen Rendíles Martínez, born in Caracas in 1903, is poised to become Venezuela's first female saint.

“Catechism of the Catholic Church,” 1114-1130). First and foremost, the sacraments are the sacraments of Christ. They are of Christ because he instituted all seven. In essence, the sacraments ...

In this article, I would like to dwell a bit more deeply on the fact that each of the sacraments is a sign ... spread and defend the fullness of the Catholic faith in word and deed.

Francis has extended the work of the Synod of Bishops, a signature initiative of his 12-year papacy, which has discussed reforms such as the possibility of women serving as Catholic deacons and ...

I live for those moments.” That shot proved the game-winner, as Duanesburg clipped No. 3-seed Saratoga Central Catholic, 50-48, in the semifinals on Monday at Cool Insuring Arena in Glens Falls ...

George strokes both free throws. Splish. Splash. In the frantic final seconds, Red Bank Catholic had three close in looks at the basket but the second-effort and the third caromed off the rim and ...

The Catholic Church needs to expand its safeguarding efforts to include the new threats and opportunities posed by artificial intelligence, top organizers of a Vatican conference said. Amid ...

This breaking news story has been updated with reporting on the pope's audio message. The National Catholic Reporter's Rome Bureau is made possible in part by the generosity of Joan and Bob McGrath.

(It’s why, wanting to emphasize certain characteristics for their children, Catholic parents would name them after particular patron saints in whose lives those traits were important.) ...

Local fish fries offer more than just fish: They include nonmeat dishes like pierogi or pizza. It's not just churches hosting fish fries. Many local eateries are rolling out special menus for the ...

Catholics need to be constantly reminded that the sacraments are the inherent expression of His mercy every time they are ...

Freedom of speech is a bellwether: how any society tolerates those with minority, disfavored, or even obnoxious views will often speak to its performance on human rights more generally. In ...