The statement, Heaven and Earth Are Full of Your Glory, was issued on April 20 in anticipation of the traditional observance of Earth Day.

Bishop says allowing financial markets to regulate themselves does not serve national interests.

George Doty, a philanthropist noted for funding the repair of the dome of the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem, passed away in his home in Rye, N.Y., on April 24 at the age of 94.

A formal response from the Leadership Conference of Women Religiousmay be weeks away.

In letters to congressional leaders, the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops urged a “circle of protection” around programs that serve “the least among us.”

Health care workers and aid agencies have stepped up efforts to prevent the water-borne disease from spreading during the rainy season.

The Rev. Edwin Gariguez of the Philippines was awarded the Goldman Environmental Prize for his “fearless” leadership in protecting the indigenous community on the island of Mindoro.

Church leaders in South Sudan fear that a new war will break out soon unless the United Nations and African Union intervene.

Bishop Joseph Chen Gong’ao was was approved by Pope Benedict XVI and is recognized by the Chinese government.

The Irish Association of Catholic Priests said it is “disturbed” that the group’s founder, Fr. Tony Flannery, is under investigation by the Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith.