Pope Leo sends a message to the Rimini Meeting, an annual lay Catholic festival that took place in Italy. Meanwhile, Trump highlighted his progress in cutting crime in D.C., where National Guard troops are now armed. In the Middle East, an Israeli airstrike struck a Gaza hospital, killing 20 people.

Pope Leo XIV has called for a global day of prayer and fasting on August 22. Meanwhile, a new study shows that, for the first time in more than 50 years, the number of immigrants in America is declining. And, certain faith-based organizations are now accepting cryptocurrency donations.

A new report suggests that the U.S. Catholic Church appears to be entering a period of growth. Meanwhile, faith groups are calling for an investigation into a U.N. relief agency that is reportedly enabling Hamas. And, a woman is facing charges after a protest at an abortion clinic in Pennsylvania.

The Israeli military has announced plans to call up tens of thousands of reservists for an expanded operation in Gaza. Meanwhile, a new report states that roughly 1 in 20 deaths in Canada occur through euthanasia. And, anticipation grows as many wonder where Pope Leo’s first journey abroad will be.

Pro-life organizations raise alarms over a proposal they say could be disastrous for the unborn. Meanwhile, a bill aimed at protecting children online is receiving support from the USCCB. And, a group dedicated to welcoming Jewish converts to Catholicism has launched a new chapter in Israel.

Pope Leo XIV holds his first official encounter with people experiencing poverty. Meanwhile, a new report reveals that "pro-life" states still generate significant revenue for Planned Parenthood. And, as closing arguments begin in the trial of Jimmy Lai, Trump has pledged his support for Lai.

Saturday marks 100 days since Robert Francis Cardinal Prevost was elected Supreme Pontiff of the Catholic Church. And, on this day, 44 years ago, Mother Angelica “flipped the switch,” marking the on-air launch of EWTN.

For the first time, Pope Leo XIV will host a private lunch with people experiencing poverty. Meanwhile, ahead of the Assumption, we analyze a 17th-century Marian masterpiece and how it continues to resonate with the faithful today. And, Sudan is facing its worst cholera outbreak in years.

A new study reveals a dramatic drop in Sunday Mass attendance among Americans raised Catholic. Meanwhile, bishops urge the protection of life as Uruguay advances a measure to legalize euthanasia. And, Congress is facing pressure to investigate reported abuse at detention facilities.

With active conflicts worldwide, the faithful are urged to pray & fast for peace on August 14. Meanwhile, 10 years after ISIS raids, a revival is underway at Syria’s Mar Elian Monastery. And, we explore the Church’s view on homelessness as Trump emphasizes the removal of D.C.’s homeless population.