The Holy See's diplomat to the United Nations called to end nuclear weapons, saying the best way to honor Pope Francis is to "rediscover" the U.N.'s spirit.

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"We turn to the Blessed Virgin Mary, mother of the church. She intercedes with her Son for all are affected in this way by the pandemic," prayed Archbishop José H. Gomez.

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The Supreme Court April 30 heard oral argument on whether St. Isidore of Seville Catholic Virtual School could be a publicly funded Catholic charter school.

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While Pope Francis' liturgical legacy may have flown under the radar for many, several experts told OSV News his 12-year papacy made a definite impact.

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VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Hundreds of participants in the Jubilee of People with Disabilities sang “Salve Regina” (Hail, Holy Queen) in honor of Mary but also in the full knowledge…

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As successors to the apostles, members of the College of Cardinals are called to follow the example of Christ who came to serve and not be served, the subdean of the college said.

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VATICAN CITY (CNS) — The conclave to elect a new pope, scheduled to begin May 7, is governed by two texts: a rule book and a prayer book. The rule…

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VATICAN CITY (CNS) — The College of Cardinals confirmed that 135 members are eligible to participate in the conclave, the Vatican announced, and they asked the faithful to accompany them…

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House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., suggested April 29 the budget blueprint backed by President Donald Trump could "redirect funds away" from abortion providers.

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In this week's News from the Orient, produced in collaboration with L'Œuvre d'Orient: An Eastern tribute is offered to Pope Francis, we mark the 110th Anniversary of the Armenian Genocide, and Churches celebrate St. Thomas Sunday .

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