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Tisza backtracks after backlash over Christian culture proposal
The ruling party has amended its proposal after criticism from Fidesz, conservative politicians and Catholic voices in Hungary
Thomas Colsy
Portsmouth diocese confirms dissolution of Marian Franciscans
The Marian Franciscans combined Franciscan spirituality with Marian devotion and developed apostolates in media, publishing, youth work and pro-life ministry
Thomas Colsy
Can moral authority still restrain technological power?
Pope Leo XIV’s intervention on artificial intelligence raises urgent questions about power, responsibility and whether anyone shaping the future of AI is still willing to listen
Gavin Ashenden
Chicago’s low seminary numbers contrast with Tyler’s vocations record
Smaller traditional dioceses have often reported stronger vocational numbers than larger and more progressive archdioceses
Thomas Colsy
Reactions to Magnifica Humanitas reveal anxieties of the AI age
The debate surrounding Magnifica Humanitas suggests Pope Leo XIV’s intervention touched something deeper than technology: a crisis concerning authority, freedom and what it means to be human
Andrew Cusack
Analysis: The Pope urges us to choose a human future
In 'Magnifica Humanitas', Pope Leo XIV offers not merely a reflection on artificial intelligence but a defence of human dignity and the common good
Chad Engelland
Scotland abortion numbers highest ever on record
Right To Life UK says the latest Scottish figures show a 54.78 per cent rise over 10 years and has urged ministers not to loosen abortion law
The Catholic Herald
The Pope urges Europe's leaders to address demographic crisis
Pope Leo XIV said Europe needs a fresh springtide for the family to overcome demographic decline
The Catholic Herald
The real message of Magnifica Humanitas
Pope Leo XIV’s first encyclical is framed by artificial intelligence, but its deeper concern is the spiritual condition of modern society
Michael Haynes
When sacred art loses sight of Heaven
By replacing transcendence and reverence with the visual language of consumerism and pop culture, Jesuit artist Nicholas Leeper mistakes provocation for insight
Jacqueline O'Hara
Is Magnifica Humanitas aimed at Peter Thiel’s techno-political empire?
Pope Leo XIV’s first encyclical does not name Peter Thiel, but its critique of transhumanism, private power and algorithmic warfare lands close to his world
Thomas Colsy
Archbishop Moth welcomes Magnifica Humanitas
The Archbishop of Westminster said Magnifica Humanitas was an important contribution to integral human development
The Catholic Herald
Pope Leo XIV launches first encyclical
Pope Leo XIV said the technological future is not an inevitable destiny, but a responsibility entrusted to humanity
The Catholic Herald
Premature baby leaves hospital after 172 days
A baby born at just 23 weeks, more than 5,000 miles away from home, has finally gone home after 172 days in hospital
The Catholic Herald
St Philip Neri: Rome’s apostle of joy
Amid the corruption and exhaustion of Renaissance Rome, St Philip Neri answered spiritual crisis not with severity but with humour, friendship and irrepressible joy
Andrew Cusack
Pentecost: a conclusion, but also a new beginning
As the Church celebrates Pentecost, Christians are called not only to remember their Baptism, but also to live their faith openly and without fear
Brother René Stockman
Coptic Church resumes talks with Rome after assurances on same-sex blessings
The decision follows a two-year rupture over Fiducia supplicans, the Vatican declaration permitting non-liturgical blessings for couples in irregular situations
Thomas Colsy
Record numbers expected for Paris-to-Chartres pilgrimage
Organisers say registrations have surged as young Catholics and converts continue to be drawn to the traditional liturgy
Thomas Colsy
Saturday Read: The enduring pull of England’s cathedrals
A new Theos report suggests that England’s cathedrals remain among the nation’s most powerful public expressions of Christianity and sacred space
Andrew Cusack
Pope Leo turns to AI while synodality returns to centre stage
As anticipation builds around Pope Leo XIV’s first encyclical on artificial intelligence, the Vatican also presses ahead with a renewed synodal process and prepares for the Pontiff’s first visit to France
Michael Haynes
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