The bishops said the proposals could harm public safety and separate families.

The Archdiocese of Chicago is seeking the canonization of the Rev. Augustine Tolton, the first U.S. priest of African descent.

Continuing settlement construction in the West Bank and East Jerusalem presents a profound obstacle to reviving the Middle East peace process.

A priest who has spent three years behind bars for pro-democracy efforts was released from prison on March 15, his sister, above, said.

A spokesperson for the Archdiocese of Washington said the decision to cease offering health benefits for spouses to Catholic Charities employees was "extremely difficult."

Church leaders in Pakistan cite a “lethargic attitude” toward attacks on religious minorities.