Pope Francis

Germany’s top bishop repeats call for female clergy

Bishop Georg Bätzing admits that he does not expect to see women priests in the Catholic Church in his lifetime, though he continues to hope for change
Niwa Limbu

Obituary: The Duchess of Kent

Perhaps intensified by her troubles, her adult life had a distinctly spiritual dimension
Mark McGinness

Cardinal says Church defines sexual morality too narrowly

Cardinal Jean-Claude Hollerich has said he 'would not define morality – especially sexual morality – as narrowly as the Church does today'
Niwa Limbu

Special US report: Catholics leading the way in Sport and Entertainment in 2025

We’re looking at discipline, excellence and witness on the field, on set and in studios
The Catholic Herald

Cardinal Parolin opens Vatican peace summit on nature and humanity

the vatican has opened an international seminar entitled “creation, nature, and the environment for a world of peace” , taking place at the ...
The Catholic Herald

Special US report: Catholics leading the way in the charity sector in 2025

this year’s us leaders special report highlights the new realities of american public affairs. just as one catholic left the white house, af...
The Catholic Herald

Young artists bring Laudato Si’ to life at Vatican eco exhibition

the vatican has announced the opening of the earth partner exhibition at borgo laudato si’, a new cultural and educational centre within the...
The Catholic Herald

Exclusive: Inside Pope Leo’s residence: names and nationalities of Augustinians confirmed

After weeks of speculation in the Italian press, The Catholic Herald can reveal the Augustinian friars said to be living alongside Pope Leo XIV.
Niwa Limbu

Italian priest suspended after YouTube broadcast criticising Vatican II

an italian parish priest has been suspended from ministry after hosting an online meeting in which he declared that the reforms of the secon...
The Catholic Herald

Special US report: Catholics leading the way in Media in 2025

Catholics are making their mark across American media, from cable news to podcasts. This section profiles the journalists, editors and broadcasters shaping the national conversation.
The Catholic Herald