The war in Ukraine gives urgent focus to our prayer, fasting and almsgiving this year. We join together to make true the words of the song, “Let there be peace on earth, and let it begin with me.” ...

In what is considered his most well-known sermon, as well as the most famous sermon in the history of the Christian tradition ...

You can find today’s readings here. The disciples of John approached Jesus and said, “Why do we and the Pharisees fast much, but your disciples do not fast?” Jesus answered them, “Can the wedding ...

When Pope Leo XIV stepped onto the St. Peter’s Basilica balcony to introduce himself to the world, he gave a short speech — about 500 words. But in that speech, he used the word “peace” nine times.

For millions of people around the world, today will be observed as Ash Wednesday, the start of Lent. Many Christians will line up in church and get a smudge on the forehead in the shape of a cross.

Ramadan draws to a close at sunset Wednesday, leaving Muslims with a renewed sense of their faith after a month of fasting, introspection and prayer. Taking place in the ninth month of the Islamic ...

Pope Leo has called on Catholics and religious faithful worldwide to unite in fasting and prayer on Friday, 22 August, in a plea for peace across war-torn regions The pontiff’s appeal comes amid ...

Ramadan is the holy month of fasting, prayer and reflection for Muslims, during which they are expected to fast every day from dawn to sunset. This year Ramadan began on April 12 and is currently ...

Tens of millions of Christians from multiple denominations across the globe will begin observing Lent with the start of Ash Wednesday on Feb. 14, 2024. The holy holiday is meant to open up Christians ...