During this sacred time, the faithful are invited to walk more closely in the footsteps of Saint Francis, embracing a life of humility, peace, conversion of heart, and generous love rooted in the Gospel.

A rule announced Wednesday amends federal regulations to require no minimum time outside of the country before religious workers can return on a subsequent R-1 visa.

The private meeting, which was listed on the official White House schedule for Trump, was closed to press. The White House did not specify the topic of the meeting.

Catholics across the country are encouraged to observe a nationwide prayer vigil on Thursday, January 22, to pray for an end to abortion and a greater respect for all human life.

Potential grandparents with children over 40 are likely to be rapidly aging out of the "fun grandparent" demographic.