U.S. Bishops’ President Calls on Fervent Prayer to Open Pathway to Peace

“Compassion is not a zero-sum game,” said Archbishop Broglio, referencing the loss of life in Israel and in Gaza, as well as the spike in hate crimes in the United States...

Bishop Seitz Expresses Gratitude for U.S. Catholic Community’s Life-Saving Contributions to Refugee Resettlement

“My brother bishops and I could not be more grateful for the witness of faithful Catholics across our country who have, for many decades now, committed themselves to...

Pope Francis Names New Auxiliary Bishop of Joliet

Pope Francis has appointed Reverend Dennis Spies, as Auxiliary Bishop of Joliet. Bishop-elect Spies is a priest of the Diocese of Joliet, and currently serves as vicar...

MEDIA ADVISORY: Novena for Mental Health Begins October 10

“Everyone who needs help should receive help.” This is the simple message that underscores the National Catholic Mental Health Campaign.

Bishop Burbidge Calls on Catholics to Renew Commitment to Life

Chairman of the Committee on Pro-Life Activities calls on Catholics to renew their commitment to the legal protection of human life, to support policies and service...

World Day of Migrants and Refugees Emphasizes the Importance of Walking with Our Brothers and Sisters in Need

Leading up to September 29, the Catholic Church in the United States will celebrate National Migration Week (September 23-29), calling attention to the challenges...

Cultural Diversity

MEDIA ADVISORY: Hispanic Affairs Subcommittee Releases Resource Kit on Hispanic/Latino Communities and Ministries

A resource has been developed by the USCCB's Secretariat of Cultural Diversity in the Church to help illustrate the profound impact of the Hispanic/Latino community...

Pope Francis Accepts Resignation of Bishop Michael R. Cote of Norwich and Appoints Archbishop Christopher J. Coyne as Apostolic Administrator Sede Vacante

Pope Francis has accepted the resignation of the Most Reverend Michael R. Cote, 75, from the pastoral governance of the Diocese of Norwich. At the same time, he has...

Eucharist Inspires Hope and Action on this World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation

The World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation is commemorated on September 1.

Pray, Work, and Advocate for Protection of All Laborers and a Just Economy for All

In a joint reflection for Labor Day, the bishop chairmen called for a more just economy that honors the human dignity of all who labor, inclusive of those who have newly...