Recap of U.S. Bishops’ Plenary Assembly in Baltimore

The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) gathered for their Fall Plenary Assembly in Baltimore, November 11-13.

U.S. Bishops Elect Conference Secretary and Committee Chairmen at Fall Plenary Assembly

Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades was elected Conference Secretary. The bishops also elected chairmen of six standing Conference committees.

U.S. Bishops Issue a “Special Message” on Immigration from Plenary Assembly in Baltimore

The bishops issued a Special Message addressing their concern for the evolving situation impacting immigrants in the United States. It marked the first time in twelve...

U.S. Bishops Affirm Advancement of a Cause of Beatification and Canonization of Father Richard M. Thomas, SJ

The bishops held a canonical consultation on a possible cause of beatification and canonization for Reverend Richard M. Thomas, a priest of the Society of Jesus.

U.S. Bishops Elect New Conference President and Vice President at Plenary Assembly

Earlier today, Archbishop Paul S. Coakley of Oklahoma City, was elected as Conference president, and Bishop Daniel E. Flores of Brownsville was elected as Conference vice...

Global Poverty, Development and Trade

U.S. Bishops Observe 9th World Day of the Poor with Annual Collection to Support Anti-Poverty Efforts of the Catholic Campaign for Human Development

On November 15-16, parishes in many Catholic dioceses throughout the United States are able to observe this year’s World Day of the Poor by taking a collection for the...

USCCB and CRS Urgently Ask World Leaders to Address Climate Change at COP30

"As all of us are impacted, so must we all be responsible for addressing this global challenge."

Retirement Fund for Religious Collection Provides Support for Women and Men Religious

Annual effort aids more than 21,000 retired religious in the United States.

Immigration

Refugee Resettlement Must Remain a Safe and Secure Legal Pathway, Says Bishop Seitz

Bishop Seitz’s remarks follow the Administration’s formal publication of the Presidential Determination on Refugee Admissions for Fiscal Year 2026, which allows up to 7...

Archbishop Broglio Urges Prayer and Support for Those Impacted by Hurricane Melissa

As Hurricane Melissa continues its devastating course through the Caribbean, Archbishop Broglio urged Catholics to pray for and support the people and communities...