Ambassador Callista L. Gingrich

Pope Francis’s message of peace and unity during his apostolic visit to Kazakhstan for the 7th Congress of Leaders of World and Traditional Religions is an urgent call to world leaders and a beacon of hope for those who long for an end to violence, conflict, and war.

The report released by the UN Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights on August 31 should be regarded as a clarion call to action for countries around the world to hold the Chinese Communist Party accountable for its egregious human rights violations and abuses.

The Ortega-Murillo regime’s horrific atrocities targeting the Catholic Church in Nicaragua must cease.

From August 27-30, Pope Francis will preside over three consistories that will guide the direction of the Catholic Church and have an impact for generations to come.

If America is to remain the world’s leading champion and defender of religious freedom around the world, we must first ensure that every American has the right to worship freely and in accordance with his or her conscience here in the United States.

In a digital world, it is critical to be prepared and aware so we can protect our children from falling victim to the scourge of human trafficking.

More than 200 years ago, the cornerstone of America’s first cathedral was laid. Today, the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary stands as a representation of America’s history and commitment to religious freedom.

The recent appointments of Sister Petrini, Sister Reungoat, and Dr. Zervino are historic and the latest examples of the invaluable contributions women bring to the Catholic Church.