"I call on the United States and all parties involved in the negotiations, to work for the immediate release of all these victims of the deadly October 7, 2023 attacks, and to restore the ceasefire to prevent further loss of life."

“We welcome today’s release of a pastoral framework entitled, ‘Life is always a good’ from the Vatican’s Dicastery for Laity, Family and Life.'"

"Our primary concern would be changes to the eligibility criteria for students to participate in meal programs, such as raising family income and poverty thresholds," said Gerald J. Wutkowski, Jr., communications director for the Archdiocese of New York's superintendent of schools office.

Pilgrimage is a key part of the Jubilee Year for everyone, Pope Francis emphasized in "Spes Non Confundit," the 2024 document announcing the Holy Year.

"The Catholic Church teaches that parents are the primary educators of their children and should have the freedom and resources to choose an educational setting best suited for their child.”