The hermits have taken up residence in the historic hermitage of St. Torquatus to pray for the needs of the pope and the Church.

We need “to make sure that we are always aware of the stressors that come up in their lives. While they’re called to ministry, they are human first,” he said.

This year at its annual conference, the Society of Catholic Scientists offered a new workshop designed to prepare Catholic scientists to speak on science and faith topics in the public square.

“Personal growth in goodness, inner peace, and an understanding of truth emerged as some of the strongest motivations for exploring the Catholic faith,” according to a survey of adult converts.

Pope Leo XIV has a strong favorability rating among Catholics. Political leanings, however, affect how Catholics view the dynamic between the pope and the president.

The Commission of the Bishops’ Conferences of the European Union expressed reservations about the EU's Return Regulation affecting persons illegally staying in the EU, emphasizing dignity and rights.

The “Front Royal Statement” by Catholic educators, bishops, and practitioners proposed “seven cardinal principles” for Catholic K-12 schools.

In response to a constitutional challenge filed by abortion advocacy groups purporting to represent Catholics and other Christians, pro-life organizations rallied outside the court in Santo Domingo.

The beatification Mass is scheduled for 2 p.m. CT on Sept. 24 at the Dome at America’s Center in St. Louis.

Eight people died in the accident, which is under investigation.