Catholic Standard

“The temptation to pride is all around us.” Speaking at the @jcarrollsociety's annual dinner, Michael Ferguson reflected on today’s culture of social media performance and self-indulgence — and why humility remains the path to true happiness. bit.ly/3PlcuFi

As the Vatican prepares to release @Pontifex’s first encyclical on artificial intelligence, here’s a look at what the first American pope has already said about AI since his election. Read more: bit.ly/4ueWtQn

#GoldenApple teacher Heather Little fosters a love for learning in her kindergarten students at Little Flower School in Great Mills bit.ly/4ntNpoe

“‘God looked at everything he had made, and found it very good’” Before departing to become bishop of Wheeling-Charleston, Bishop Evelio Menjivar reflects with gratitude on the ministries, priests, and people of the Archdiocese of Washington: “I have loved my time and my life here, and I have loved you.” Read more:bit.ly/4dDLmKR

Cardinal says people with mental health challenges have gifts to offer to the world. Read more: bit.ly/3R30wk6 #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth #sixgoalsforpastoralaction

St. Michael’s School teacher Amanda Handy in Ridge honored with 2026 #GoldenApple Award bit.ly/4tuSm1d

Statement of Cardinal McElroy on the appointment of Bishop-elect Emilio Biosca Agüero as bishop of Venice, Florida bit.ly/4wy0b9s

.@Pontifex names pastor of Shrine of Sacred Heart in D.C. as new bishop of Venice, Florida bit.ly/4uMfg5n

#GoldenApple Award honors Mary Beth Conte’s faith-filled teaching at Cardinal Hickey Academy @CHAOwings bit.ly/434vs66

Teaching religion to St. Augustine students is a daily blessing for Golden Apple teacher, Sister Emmanuella #GoldenApple Read more: bit.ly/3PiW4gn

“Your heritage has taught you how to live the Gospel quietly but powerfully.” — Bishop Evelio Menjivar Asian and Pacific Island Catholics celebrate a legacy of faith spanning oceans and generations @MarysShrine Read more: bit.ly/3R1ekeR

One year in, @Pontifex navigates division through dialogue in his push for peace bit.ly/48PfhNu

‘My soul magnifies the Lord!’: @Pontifex marks anniversary of election at Marian shrine in Pompeii bit.ly/4tmJUB6

On the day I was entrusted with the ministry of the Successor of Peter, exactly one year ago, the Church celebrated the Supplication to Our Lady of the Holy Rosary of #Pompeii. I therefore had to come here, to place my service under the protection of the Blessed Virgin Mary. #PastoralVisit vatican.va/content/leo-xi…

“First responders have always been seen by me… for their dedication, care, commitment to justice…” — Cardinal McElroy Enjoy our Blue Mass photo gallery from May 5. 📷 👇 👇 👇 bit.ly/4d9zIWD

Join us for the Episcopal Ordinations of Bishop‑elect Gary Studniewski and Bishop‑elect Robert Boxie on Tuesday, July 7, 2026, at 2 p.m. @MarysShrine. See our updated article: bit.ly/429RaVW

Trump renews attacks on @Pontifex Leo over Iran war, accuses him of endangering Catholics bit.ly/4tnlM1g

.@Pontifex year one: ‘Peace be with you all,’ Pope Leo’s first words, were a roadmap for his first year bit.ly/49CjVP5

#GoldenApple teacher Nicci Falcone drew on her experience as a Catholic school parent to work in ‘the best profession there is’ @HolyCross_MD @ADWCathSchools bit.ly/4f3iqNm