Ambassador Callista L. Gingrich

The progress of the Synod on Synodality is a remarkable accomplishment in Pope Francis’s pontificate that furthers the historic, multi-year initiative to discern the Church’s path forward.

As the brutality of the Israel-Hamas war wages on, we must eradicate antisemitism and offer our prayers for peace in the Middle East.

Suzanne Somers was an American icon, a trailblazer, and a visionary. Let us honor her memory and celebrate her remarkable life.

As the United States offers its unwavering support to Israel, we must work to educate our youth about past atrocities and boldly stand up against antisemitism.

The creation of Cardinal Ameyu as the first cardinal posted in South Sudan is a clear sign of closeness between Pope Francis and the nation’s faithful and is a beacon of hope for peace.

Pope Francis’s creation of 21 new cardinals ahead of the Synod of Bishops on Synodality is a clear sign of the diversity and universality of the Catholic Church.

It is unclear whether diplomatic efforts will evade a full-scale conflict between Armenia and Azerbaijan. However, it is imperative that the fundamental rights of Armenian Christians are protected in Nagorno-Karabakh.

As we celebrate the anniversary of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton’s canonization, let us remember her and all those who have been recognized as saints throughout America’s history.