The church is now recognizing what the local church in Central and South America has always known.

"So many families are wondering how changes to immigration policy might impact them," said Archbishop Jose H. Gomez of Los Angeles.

Pax Christi's leadership is concerned that Israel's actions violate international law and must stop.

Father Stanley Rother is the first recognized martyr from the United States.

"The Holy Father makes it clear that caring for our common home is a fundamental dimension of Christian spirituality."

Two saintly Christians separated by only a few decades in time.