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"Bishop Dwiardy possesses an inexhaustible spirit that derives from St. Francis of Assisi," said Bishop Samuel, OFM. Cap

Padre Pio, whose real name was Francesco Forgione, was born to Giuseppe and Grazio Forgione in Pietrelcina, Italy on May 25, 1887.  Although the Forgiones were basically a poor family, they were very rich in love of God.  As a youngster, Francesco had shown signs of extraordinary gifts of grace. For example, at the age […]

Padre Pio, whose real name was Francesco Forgione, was born to Giuseppe and Grazio Forgione in Pietrelcina, Italy on May 25, 1887.  Although the Forgiones were basically a poor family, they were very rich in love of God.  As a youngster, Francesco had shown signs of extraordinary gifts of grace. For example, at the age […]

According to a new report from Fidelity Charitable, Catholic organizations, including dioceses as well as human services organizations with church ties, continue to rank among the top beneficiaries of support in many U.S. cities.

Father Nithiya Sagayam was conferred with a lifetime achievement award from the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment of India.

Father Nithiya Sagayam was conferred with a lifetime achievement award from the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment of India.

The San Damiano estate sits enveloped in trees (and mystery) on the shores of Lake Monona. What lies ahead for the Madison area’s newest lakeside destination?

The largest group (seven proposals) requests that companies issue reports on how patents impact patients’ access to medicines.

My experience visiting the 10 friaries of Padre Pio — a journey that resulted in the book ‘Following Padre Pio’ — was a true adventure.

In recent years, some Catholics have been concerned by pushes from governments in locations such as Louisiana and Australia who challenge the secrecy of the sacrament of confession, asking that ...