The Vatican announced on July 25 that Pope Leo XIV has appointed Maronite Archbishop Christophe-Zhakia El-Kassis, 57, as the Holy See’s new permanent observer to the United Nations in New York. He succeeds Archbishop Gabriele Caccia, who was appointed apostolic nuncio...
The United States and Catholic Relief Services (CRS) sent the first flight of humanitarian relief under Secretary Rubio’s historic commitment of $100 million in humanitarian assistance to the Cuban people, who, according to a U.S. Department of State statement, “are...
Bishop Ralph B. O'Donnell warmly invites the faithful and all those who wish to come together in prayerful solidarity and support for migrants, immigrants, and refugees. As Catholics, people of goodwill, and followers of Christ, we are called to recognize and uphold...
On Saturday, August 15, the Diocese of Springfield-Cape Girardeau will celebrate the 70th Anniversary of the founding of its diocese (Aug. 24, 1956) during the first-ever Diocesan Eucharistic Congress to be held at the West Plains Civic Center. The day will feature a...
More than 1.5 billion people around the world tuned in to the FIFA World Cup 2026 final on Sunday, which featured Spain and defending champion Argentina. After a long, hard-fought match that went into overtime, Spain striker Ferrán Torres scored in the 106th minute to...
Throughout the month of July, the Church celebrates the feast days of several holy husbands and wives whose lives continue to inspire Catholic families today. Most influential of all these saints are St. Joachim and St. Anne, figures in Church history most famous for...