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In Pope Francis’ homeland, his successor carries forward a legacy of prioritizing the poor

November 11, 2026
Nation

Catholic Charities key in the fight to house declining numbers of homeless veterans

November 11, 2026
World

French bishops defend Catholic schools amid education unrest

November 11, 2026
Along the way • Contributors

What is an amazing parish?

November 11, 2026
Catholic Charities • Local

Foster Grandparents provide ‘extra layer of support and care’

November 11, 2026

Latest Articles

Archdiocese • Local • Parishes

Why be Catholic?: A day with Patrick Madrid

March 5, 2020
Columnists • Life will be victorious

Make your Lent a season of more, not less

March 5, 2020
Local

R.I. Catholic school closes for week after coronavirus case...

March 3, 2020
Local

Hundreds of thousands forced to flee as attacks continue in...

March 2, 2020
Local • Parishes

Changing demographics necessitates expansion at Curé

February 28, 2020
Archdiocese • Local

Fostering leads to ‘forever’ family for a McLouth couple

February 28, 2020
Local • Religious life • Schools • Youth & young adult

High school chaplain turns 9

February 28, 2020
Archdiocese • Local

Accidental photographer seeks out the ‘truly fabulous’

February 28, 2020
Local • Schools • Youth & young adult

Bridge to the Future keeps Miege affordable for all

February 28, 2020
Archdiocese • Local

Annual Catholic Women’s Conference bonds and inspires

February 28, 2020
Archdiocese • Local • Ministries

Tim Tebow, Lamar Hunt Jr., team up for gospel of life

February 28, 2020
in the beginning
In the beginning

The Book of Genesis recounts our birth into sin

February 28, 2020
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