Supreme Court temporarily permits third-country deportations as challenge proceeds Virginia bishop urges faithful to ‘pray, fast and vote no’ on abortion, same-sex marriage amendments Prison ministry changes lives inside and outside prison walls New nuncio appeals for unity, cautions German bishops against diverging from Rome Deacon Carlos Morales, who served Church in Puerto Rico and Maryland, dies at 82 Local News Prison ministry changes lives inside and outside prison walls George P. Matysek Jr. October 1, 2026 Behind prison walls, unexpected encounters are changing lives. For incarcerated men and women seeking hope and the ministers who accompany them, prison ministry is a powerful source of faith, healing and human connection. Deacon Carlos Morales, who served Church in Puerto Rico and Maryland, dies at 82 Jay Sorgi October 1, 2026 Deacon Carlos Morales, whose ministry included work as a university dean of students, radio host and author, and who accompanied thousands of people in their faith, died of liver cancer Sept. 22 in Edgewood. He was 82. Brother Vincent Joseph Vivian, former director at Shrine of St. Anthony, dies Catholic Review Staff September 30, 2026 A funeral Mass for Conventual Franciscan Brother Vincent Joseph Vivian will be offered Oct. 2 at 10 a.m. at Our Lady of the Angels Care Center in Enfield, Conn. Brother Vincent died Sept. 26. He was 78. Archbishop Lori announces latest appointments, including an administrator in Towson Catholic Review Staff September 30, 2026 Archbishop Lori announces clergy appointments, including administrators, special ministry and deacons. More Local News World News Supreme Court temporarily permits third-country deportations as challenge proceeds Kate Scanlon October 1, 2026 The U.S. Supreme Court temporarily allowed the Trump administration to carry out third-country deportations — removals to a country where a person who had migrated to the United States has no ties — while a challenge to that policy continues. Virginia bishop urges faithful to ‘pray, fast and vote no’ on abortion, same-sex marriage amendments Gina Christian October 1, 2026 Bishop Michael F. Burbidge of Arlington, Virginia, is urging the faithful to pray, fast and vote “no” on enshrining abortion and same-sex marriage in that state. New nuncio appeals for unity, cautions German bishops against diverging from Rome Junno Arocho Esteves October 1, 2026 The new apostolic nuncio to Germany, Archbishop Hubertus van Megen, warned the country’s bishops against charting a separate course for the local Church, reminding them that Catholic unity relies on fidelity to the papacy and the Eucharist. Pope’s words in France are encouragement to not give up the fight against ‘deadly laws’ Caroline de Sury October 1, 2026 Pope Leo XIV’s forceful defense of human life during his Sept. 25-27 visit to France has reignited debate over the country’s newly approved assisted-dying law, which lawmakers had largely considered settled after its passage in July. More World News Commentary Pedaling for vocations Greg Erlandson October 1, 2026 I went on an unusual prayer retreat recently. I wore a helmet and cleats. It also involved two wheels and a strong headwind amid the rolling hills of southern Maryland. Question Corner: At what point does being a pro-choice Catholic become sinful? Jenna Marie Cooper October 1, 2026 Q: Catholic governors commit an obviously sinful act when they sign extremely permissive abortion laws. On the other hand, there is an extraordinary minister of holy Communion in my parish who told me she is pro-choice, but I’m not aware she has done anything to support abortion except maybe vote for a pro-choice candidate. My question is: At what point does being a pro-choice Catholic become sinful? (Indianapolis, Indiana) A look at the faith-based community working toward responsible AI practices Charles C. Camosy October 1, 2026 Who are the voices working to ensure that the faith-based and human concerns are being heard in the fast-paced world of artificial intelligence (AI)? One of those voices, Ben Olsen, founder and CEO of interintelligence, a faith and technology advisory firm, recently spoke with OSV News’ Charles Camosy about his efforts connecting faith efforts with new AI technology. A saint for our times Archbishop William E. Lori October 1, 2026 This year marks the 800th anniversary of the death of St. Francis of Assisi. Unlike many famous and powerful people in history, St. Francis, the poverello, “the little poor one,” has not been forgotten. He remains one of the most beloved and admired saints who ever lived. But the world he lived in couldn’t be more different than the one we inhabit. Yet this saint speaks to our hearts and speaks to our times like few others. A Visit to the Relics of St. Bernadette Rita Buettner September 27, 2026 Of course, once I was in line, I was all in. I found myself realizing what a blessing it was that the parking lot was packed and that the line was long. More Commentary Featured Video Relics of St. Bernadette were displayed for veneration at the National Shrine Grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes in Emmitsburg Sept. 22. More than 650 visitors attended throughout the day. Click here to read the full story.
Prison ministry changes lives inside and outside prison walls George P. Matysek Jr. October 1, 2026 Behind prison walls, unexpected encounters are changing lives. For incarcerated men and women seeking hope and the ministers who accompany them, prison ministry is a powerful source of faith, healing and human connection.
Deacon Carlos Morales, who served Church in Puerto Rico and Maryland, dies at 82 Jay Sorgi October 1, 2026 Deacon Carlos Morales, whose ministry included work as a university dean of students, radio host and author, and who accompanied thousands of people in their faith, died of liver cancer Sept. 22 in Edgewood. He was 82.
Brother Vincent Joseph Vivian, former director at Shrine of St. Anthony, dies Catholic Review Staff September 30, 2026 A funeral Mass for Conventual Franciscan Brother Vincent Joseph Vivian will be offered Oct. 2 at 10 a.m. at Our Lady of the Angels Care Center in Enfield, Conn. Brother Vincent died Sept. 26. He was 78.
Archbishop Lori announces latest appointments, including an administrator in Towson Catholic Review Staff September 30, 2026 Archbishop Lori announces clergy appointments, including administrators, special ministry and deacons.
Supreme Court temporarily permits third-country deportations as challenge proceeds Kate Scanlon October 1, 2026 The U.S. Supreme Court temporarily allowed the Trump administration to carry out third-country deportations — removals to a country where a person who had migrated to the United States has no ties — while a challenge to that policy continues.
Virginia bishop urges faithful to ‘pray, fast and vote no’ on abortion, same-sex marriage amendments Gina Christian October 1, 2026 Bishop Michael F. Burbidge of Arlington, Virginia, is urging the faithful to pray, fast and vote “no” on enshrining abortion and same-sex marriage in that state.
New nuncio appeals for unity, cautions German bishops against diverging from Rome Junno Arocho Esteves October 1, 2026 The new apostolic nuncio to Germany, Archbishop Hubertus van Megen, warned the country’s bishops against charting a separate course for the local Church, reminding them that Catholic unity relies on fidelity to the papacy and the Eucharist.
Pope’s words in France are encouragement to not give up the fight against ‘deadly laws’ Caroline de Sury October 1, 2026 Pope Leo XIV’s forceful defense of human life during his Sept. 25-27 visit to France has reignited debate over the country’s newly approved assisted-dying law, which lawmakers had largely considered settled after its passage in July.
Pedaling for vocations Greg Erlandson October 1, 2026 I went on an unusual prayer retreat recently. I wore a helmet and cleats. It also involved two wheels and a strong headwind amid the rolling hills of southern Maryland.
Question Corner: At what point does being a pro-choice Catholic become sinful? Jenna Marie Cooper October 1, 2026 Q: Catholic governors commit an obviously sinful act when they sign extremely permissive abortion laws. On the other hand, there is an extraordinary minister of holy Communion in my parish who told me she is pro-choice, but I’m not aware she has done anything to support abortion except maybe vote for a pro-choice candidate. My question is: At what point does being a pro-choice Catholic become sinful? (Indianapolis, Indiana)
A look at the faith-based community working toward responsible AI practices Charles C. Camosy October 1, 2026 Who are the voices working to ensure that the faith-based and human concerns are being heard in the fast-paced world of artificial intelligence (AI)? One of those voices, Ben Olsen, founder and CEO of interintelligence, a faith and technology advisory firm, recently spoke with OSV News’ Charles Camosy about his efforts connecting faith efforts with new AI technology.
A saint for our times Archbishop William E. Lori October 1, 2026 This year marks the 800th anniversary of the death of St. Francis of Assisi. Unlike many famous and powerful people in history, St. Francis, the poverello, “the little poor one,” has not been forgotten. He remains one of the most beloved and admired saints who ever lived. But the world he lived in couldn’t be more different than the one we inhabit. Yet this saint speaks to our hearts and speaks to our times like few others.
A Visit to the Relics of St. Bernadette Rita Buettner September 27, 2026 Of course, once I was in line, I was all in. I found myself realizing what a blessing it was that the parking lot was packed and that the line was long.
