The co-founders of the Sisterhood of Salaam Shalom, an international movement that builds relationships between Muslim and Jewish women, received the Pacem in Terris award on Sept. 13.
Pacem in Terris award ceremony recognizes women fostering peace
How Catholics in America serve the church by helping others
Archbishop José H. Gomez reflects on the diversity and vitality of the church in America as he prays for upcoming Synodal Assembly.
Observing Hispanic Heritage Month as Catholics
During Hispanic Heritage Month, we all are invited to honor and highlight the many stories, experiences, and contributions of Hispanics living in the United States, which are integral to who we are as a nation.
Church must be united but not uniform, say synod organizers
The commission gathered in Rome to reflect on findings from the continental stage of the process leading up to the assemblies of the Synod of Bishops at the Vatican in 2023 and 2024.
U.S. bishops launch new approach to teaching the faith
This new outreach will involve catechetical publishers working directly with the USCCB on new ways to pass on the faith using digital tools and aiming to reach a more diverse church.
Synod reports show enthusiasm for mission, but also identify obstacles
The reports sent to the Vatican from local and national listening sessions show “a deep, deep hunger for a new confidence in the church, a confidence in its ability to proclaim the Gospel to a world so deeply in need.”
Parishioners say Swahili Mass answers synodal call to listen diverse voices
Part of Pope Francis’ call is to “look others in the eye and listen to what they have to say” meant for the church to listen to diverse voices.
Senate confirms Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson to Supreme Court
In a 53-47 vote, the U.S. Senate April 7 confirmed Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson to the Supreme Court, making her the first Black woman to fill that role.