The apse mosaic of the 12th century church of San Clemente in Rome depicts a magnificent crucifix. But what appears most striking—and what mystified the English apologist G.K. Chesterton on his … more

A couple from California is suing the surrogate they hired, for allegedly violating the contract she had with them. The surrogacy agreement stipulated that the couple could request an abortion if … more

By Leonard J. DeLorenzo OSV News Say that a person is “broken” and watch what your mind does. Either it reaches for a picture you do not really mean -- a snapped bone, a body collapsed on the … more

Every August 15, the Church celebrates the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Typically, it is a Holy Day of Obligation, but not this year, since it falls on a Saturday. In the United States, … more

The ocean is never too far away in Rhode Island. We are fortunate to have all manner of ocean-going vessels nearby. One has been on the water for a long time: the U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Eagle, … more

By RICK SNIZEK Executive Editor PROVIDENCE — The 2026 Catholic Charity Appeal raised the highest amount ever in its 101-year history, receiving more than $8.2 million in one-time gifts and pledges. … more

By William Smith III and Madeline Labriola Pax Christi Rhode Island On August 6 we will commemorate the 81st anniversary of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima, then 3 days later the bombing of Nagasaki. … more

Our Founding Fathers believed in the natural law, and for that we should thank God as we celebrate our nation’s 250th birthday. The natural law is man’s rational participation in the Eternal Law … more

On June 11, the United States bishops undertook the long-anticipated consecration of the nation to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Ahead of the Mass at which the consecration took place, three American archbishops offered to their brothers reflections on the Sacred Heart of Jesus. The presentation by Louisville’s Archbishop Shelton J. Fabre, on how the Sacred Heart of Jesus builds communities, was a tour de force of what living with the love of the Sacred Heart should look like in the Church, for the good of society. more

“The harvest is abundant but the laborers are few; so ask the master of the harvest to send out laborers for his harvest.” That verse, which is taken from this coming Sunday’s gospel reading … more

Coming in at 42,000 words, Pope Leo XIV’s first encyclical, “Magnifica Humanitas,” is massive. It’s huge. It is clear-eyed and comprehensive and so chock-full of good stuff that it must be … more

Pope Leo XIV recently released his encyclical titled “Magnifica Humanitas.” In it he details the dangers of Artificial Intelligence. He uses the biblical story of the Tower of Babel to represent … more

A few weeks ago, the Diocese of Providence celebrated the ordination of Nicholas Jones to the diaconate. In a few weeks we will celebrate the ordination of two priests: Rev. Mr. Mateusz Puzanowski … more

As a shepherd of the Church, I believe I am called to shed the light of the Gospel upon the issues of our day. As the Church, we bring our unrelenting belief in the sanctity of the human person to … more

Catholic sacramental marriages, between two baptized Catholics or between a Catholic and baptized non-Catholic, have dropped off considerably in the United States and other Western countries. So has … more

Pope Leo XIV met with the Anglican Archbishop of Canterbury, Sarah Mullally, last week in Rome. Addressing Mullally and representatives from the Anglican Communion, Pope Leo explained that full … more

When United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson was shot and killed some defended the shooter Luigi Mangione. They argued that the immoral and exploitive practices of the insurance provider justified … more

Among the Church’s procedural norms, one stands out for its boldness: “The First See is judged by no one” (can. 1404). By this norm, the Church safeguards the judicial immunity of the Roman … more

This coming Sunday in our Gospel reading we will hear about an appearance of the risen Christ to two of his disciples on Easter Sunday. The appearance took place as the disciples were traveling from … more

On Holy Thursday we hear Christ’s stunning words: “This is my body.” Our minds struggle to comprehend how the creator of the universe makes himself become really present. To wrap our minds … more