Saint John Neumann, Bishop, pray for us!

Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton, pray for us!

The Te Deum, the Church's hymn of Thanksgiving for the past year. https://ow.ly/hFOE50XP8gG

We remember Pope Benedict XVI on the anniversary of his death. Requiescat in pace.

Saint Sylvester I, Pope, pray for us!

Saint John, Apostle and Evangelist, pray for us!

A holy day has dawned upon us. Come, you nations, and adore the Lord. For today a great light has come upon the earth.

Saint John of Kanty, Priest, pray for us!

Pope Leo XIV has appointed Reverend James A. Misko, a priest of the Diocese of Austin, as the Bishop of Tucson. Read the full release at: https://ow.ly/bUJx50XMZnM

Pope Leo XIV Appoints Monsignor Peter Bui as Auxiliary Bishop of Phoenix Read the full release at: https://ow.ly/zQnb50XLPUh

Pope Leo XIV Accepts Resignation of Bishop Gerald Barbarito of the Diocese of Palm Beach; Appoints Reverend Manuel de Jesus Rodriguez as Successor https://ow.ly/EkaC50XLPTE

Pope Leo XIV has accepted the resignation of His Eminence Cardinal Timothy M. Dolan, 75, from the pastoral governance of the Archdiocese of New York, and has appointed Most Reverend Ronald A. Hicks, currently Bishop of Joliet, as the Metropolitan Archbishop of New York.

We remember Pope Francis on what would have been his 89th birthday. Requiescat in pace.

Pope Leo XIV has appointed as Bishop of Monterey, the Most Reverend Ramón Bejarano, currently Auxiliary Bishop of San Diego. The appointment was publicized in Washington, D.C. on December 17, 2025, by Cardinal Christophe Pierre, apostolic nuncio to the United States.

Saint John of the Cross, Priest and Doctor of the Church, pray for us!

Saint Lucy, Virgin and Martyr, pray for us!

Brother Jordan’s community is one of hundreds grateful for the ongoing assistance provided by the Retirement Fund for Religious. Please give back to those who have given a lifetime by supporting the annual collection on December 13-14. Learn more at https://bit.ly/4iUVcsW

Our Lady of Guadalupe, pray for us!

Saint Damasus I, Pope, pray for us!

With gratitude to the President for this special recognition of the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary. https://ow.ly/9Lr150XGmqh

“May We Recognize the Rich Gifts That Neighbors From Diverse Cultures Bring to Our Communities” Says Bishop Garcia Read the full statement at: https://ow.ly/WqB950XCN7t

Today is the 45th anniversary of Dorothy Day’s death. An American Catholic, Servant of God Dorothy Day is known for co-founding the Catholic Worker Movement and for her care for the poor and most vulnerable.

Saint Josaphat, Bishop and Martyr, pray for us!

U.S. Bishops Affirm Advancement of a Cause of Beatification and Canonization of Reverend Richard M. Thomas, a Priest of the Society of Jesus

A Prayer for Veterans Day https://ow.ly/6gVp50XpV8j

Bishops from across the United States have gathered in Baltimore for the start of their fall plenary assembly. They began with a morning of prayer and Mass at the Baltimore Basilica -- America's first cathedral. Join us in praying for them. #USCCB25

Saint Leo the Great, Pope and Doctor of the Church, pray for us!

Today, we celebrate the Feast of the Dedication of the Lateran Basilica in Rome, "Omnium urbis et orbis Ecclesiarum Mater et Caput" or The Mother of all the Churches of Rome and the world. Let today serve as a reminder of the past and universality of the church. https://ow.ly/zPuV50XmLwn

USCCB and CRS Urgently Ask World Leaders to Address Climate Change at COP30 | Read the full release at: https://ow.ly/jeJE50XmvZO

Saint Charles Borromeo, Bishop, pray for us!

Saint Martin de Porres, Religious, pray for us!

May the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. https://ow.ly/Z3Kz50Xlm2L

Refugee Resettlement Must Remain a Safe and Secure Legal Pathway, Says Bishop Seitz Read the full release at: https://ow.ly/GWFl50Xl8Jf

As Hurricane Melissa continues its devastating course through the Caribbean, Archbishop Timothy P. Broglio, president of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops, urged Catholics to pray for and support the people and communities impacted by the Category 5 hurricane. https://ow.ly/NCIL50Xk0tQ

Archbishop Broglio Urges Funding of Lifesaving Programs and an End to Federal Government Shutdown Read the full release at: https://ow.ly/TvfE50XjpvB

Saint Anthony Mary Claret, Bishop, pray for us! https://ow.ly/Rb0r50Xhah6

Saint John of Capestrano, Priest, pray for us!

This afternoon, Archbishop Timothy P. Broglio and USCCB leadership met with Cardinal Giorgio Marengo, Apostolic Prefect of Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. They discussed the life of the Church in Mongolia, its growth in faith, and the challenges and hopes of its evangelizing mission.

Saint John Paul II, Pope, pray for us!

Saint Paul of the Cross, Priest, pray for us!

Pope Leo XIV Accepts Resignation of Bishop Edward Scharfenberger of the Diocese of Albany; Appoints Bishop Mark O’Connell as Successor Read the full release at: https://ow.ly/7UGq50XeBKy

Today, on World Mission Sunday, Pope Leo XIV canonized seven new saints during Mass in St. Peter’s Square. We give thanks for these new saints, witnesses of missionary faith and hope for the whole Church.

Saint Luke, Evangelist, pray for us! https://ow.ly/sYJ950XeorP

Bishop Chairmen Respond to Administration’s Announcement of Expansion of Access to IVF and Fertility Treatments Read the full release at: https://ow.ly/L6un50XenI2

The USCCB has announced Carol Glatz as Editor in Chief of Catholic News Service in Rome. The news follows the announcement of the retirement of Cindy Wooden who has led the Rome office of Catholic News Service. Read the full release at: https://ow.ly/gkNV50Xe8X4

Reading for the Thursday of the Twenty-eighth Week in Ordinary Time https://ow.ly/Gwip50XcCWj

Saint Francis of Assisi, pray for us!

Five years ago, Pope Francis gave us Fratelli Tutti, reminding us we are brothers and sisters all. Mark the anniversary by living its vision: take the Civilize It: A Better Kind of Politics pledge. Choose dialogue over division, respect over rivalry, and encounter over exclusion.

Saint Jerome, Priest and Doctor of the Church, pray for us! https://ow.ly/IUQX50X41Ci

Optional Memorial of Saints Cosmas and Damian, Martyrs https://ow.ly/5Rco50X2t02