Gaining a renewed and deeper understanding of Mary's nurturing and caring side is something he said the church, especially in today's climate, could certainly use.

The initiative will provide recommendations for faith-based programs to partner with the government to fight poverty.

Riordan, a Wells Fargo executive from New Mexico, was a "thoughtful leader who has long been a part of the fabric of our community."

Justices seemed skeptical about a law that requires pro-life pregnancy centers to visibly display information about abortions.

Most Catholic schools across the country did not sanction walkouts, but planned to support youth-led advocacy through prayer.

"It's the things you don't even think about, things that will trigger the emotions. Teachers won't know what to expect."

Brian Gionta led Boston College to the national championships in 2001.

Five players on the US Olympic team's roster of 23 are from the Jesuit-run school -- two are recent graduates and three are current students taking a leave of absence for the Pyeongchang Games.

Part of the church's role can't help but stem from lessons learned in the abuse crisis.

The 'crown jewel' of the basilica, the Trinity Dome, was dedicated Friday. It's made of more than 14 million pieces of Venetian glass.