A Huntington Park church held a Mass on Sunday in solidarity with those affected by the 7.4-magnitude earthquake that struck Colombia on Aug. 10.
Pope Leo XIV has urged a ceasefire in the Middle East and called on leaders in the Iran war to reopen talks.
A Boyle Heights church held a prayer service calling for peace in Mexico after the death of a notorious cartel leader sparked a wave of violence.
The officiant typically says, "Remember that you are dust, and to dust you shall return," a stark reminder that death is part of life and that one should focus on things of the spirit.
The Vatican is marking the 400th anniversary of the consecration of St. Peter's Basilica with a host of visitor-friendly initiatives, including expanding access to its spectacular terrace and its snack bar in the shadow of Michelangelo's great dome.
SAVE THE DATE: On Feb. 2, Día de la Candelaria will mark the end of the holiday season for the Catholic and Latino communities, celebrated with tamales, faith, and family.