A moment for sport, an opportunity for our common humanity Beyond the goals, victories and national pride, the 2026 FIFA World Cup will make history. For the first time, the tournament will be held on Canadian soil, and for the first time, three nations — Canada, Mexico and the United States — will come together to host the world’s largest…
The Dominican Lay Inter-Provincial Council Conference reflected on growth, formation, mission and collaboration among Lay Fraternities in Canada and the United States. PORTLAND, OREGON — From April 24-26, 2026, leaders of the Dominican Laity in North America gathered for the Dominican Lay Inter-Provincial Council Conference at Aquinas Hall at Holy Rosary Parish in Portland, Oregon. Held every 18 months, the…
USCCB confirms historic national designation; solemn Mass and rededication scheduled for May 5 on the Dominican saint’s feast day NEW YORK — The National Shrine of St. Vincent Ferrer in New York City has received formal confirmation of its right to continue using the title of “National Shrine” and will be solemnly rededicated on May 5, the feast of St.…
Dominican friars in the United States and the United Kingdom are reporting a notable rise this Easter in adults entering the Catholic Church. Across various ministries, friars describe growing numbers of catechumens and candidates, many of them young people. In San Francisco, that trend is visible in especially striking numbers. At St. Dominic’s Parish, nearly 100 people will enter the…
At Indiana University, an extraordinary football season became the backdrop for something even deeper: a moment of spiritual renewal on campus. As St. Paul’s Catholic Center experienced striking growth alongside the team’s rise, its pastor, fr. Patrick Hyde, OP, reflects on evangelization, student discipleship, mercy, and the unexpected ways grace can work through public excitement, personal humility, and shared victory.…
