Catholic Church

Experts say the message in a U.S. election year suggests that Francis wants to convey a clear statement about where American Catholics should stand.

The Catholic Diocese of Cheyenne has announced that it will be keeping churches closed until April 17 to help to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

Francis had faced mounting criticism that the high degree of confidentiality covering abuse cases has been used to protect pedophiles,.

The diocese in Kansas City, Missouri, says it has settled lawsuits in 10 cases involving Hart.

Authorities say Brennan was arrested in Maryland and is expected to be arraigned Thursday afternoon in Philadelphia.

Monsignor James O'Neill's idea for the weekly television Mass arose from his own illnesses, and knowing many people were confined at home with sickness.