Faith

Fostering critical thinking at Catholic universities can counter 'false teachers,' pope says

Carol Glatz · October 9, 2026

Pursuing a higher education that values human intelligence can help counter the many "false teachers" exploiting people's deep yearning for truth, faith and meaning, Pope Leo XIV said.

St. Augustine's Seminary professor seeks return to the Rosary

Luke Mandato · October 5, 2026

October is the month dedicated to the Holy Rosary, yet for many Catholics the annual dedication passes almost unnoticed. A one-time defining practice of the faith, the Rosary now seemingly struggles for attention.

Christianity has a place in addiction recovery

Terry O'Neill · October 2, 2026

Every 24 hours, at least 15 Canadians die from a drug overdose.

Papal trip showed miracle of rebirth out of tragedy is possible, Pope Leo says

Carol Glatz · September 30, 2026

Pope Leo XIV's journey to France aimed to show that a joyful or serene rebirth is always possible even after tremendous tragedy or terrible suffering, he said.

Technological advancements are not rivals to faith, Pope Leo says

Josephine Peterson · September 23, 2026

Progress in science and technology is not contrary to belief in God, and Christians should be actively involved in shaping that progress so that it serves human dignity and the common good, Pope Leo XIV said.

Canadian Martyrs’ feast marks 400 years of faith

Martyrs’ Shrine celebration scheduled for Sept. 26

Luke Mandato · September 18, 2026

The Feast of the Canadian Martyrs will be felt in a particularly special way Sept. 26 at the Martyrs’ Shrine in Midland, Ont. where celebrations will fete the 400th anniversary of Saint Jean de Brébeuf’s arrival in the region.

Pope Leo warns technology cannot replace the value of human relationships

Josephine Peterson · September 16, 2026

In a world of increasing technological dependence and polarization, Pope Leo XIV said there is greater urgency for humanity to see itself as a single "human community."

Pope Leo calls for promoting, protecting human dignity

Carol Glatz · September 9, 2026

Christians can help overcome the many distortions and lies about the true dignity of every human person and, in doing so, promote and defend human life, Pope Leo XIV said.

Pope Leo expresses hope Ukraine, Russia negotiations bear fruit

Junno Arocho Esteves · September 8, 2026

Pope Leo XIV once again appealed for peace in Ukraine and prayed that U.S.-led negotiation efforts would finally bring an end to the death and destruction caused by the conflict now in its fourth year.

Catholics cannot be 'unengaged spectators' amid current events, Pope Leo says

Josephine Peterson · September 2, 2026

The faithful are called to leave behind "all passivity and indifference" toward current events and the lives of others, especially amid the "rapid and profound changes we are experiencing today," Pope Leo XIV said at his weekly general audience.