In the Pews

Stories of real-life Catholics living out their faith, with reporting on parishes, ministries, and vocation.

Homegrown clergy

Mmusong is a small but vibrant Catholic community of about 700 high in the mountains of South Africa. On Sundays the simple church building is full, but most...

Readers defend the sisters

If U.S. women religious need voices in their defense, U.S. Catholic readers are happy to testify. Not only do they sing the praises of sisters who have taught...

Non-parishable goods

The value of a faith community can’t be crunched on a balance sheet. Thirteen in Miami, 52 in Cleveland, 33 in Albany, New York. No, these aren’t...