The churches have enjoyed an unofficial tax-exempt status for centuries.

An Italian newspaper reported that the canonization is likely to happen in October.

Cruz described the three-hour meeting as "emotionally draining" but said he felt heard.

The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops are urging Catholics to call Congress and demand they act on behalf of “Dreamers.”

"Time is running out for them."

Loudly boasting or complaining about fasting during Lent and treating others unkindly is not what God wants, Pope Francis said.