On the feast of St. Catherine of Siena in 2021, Pope Francis expressed his hope that the “great female figure of faith” would continue to inspire a more joyful and fervent witness.

Don Richard, a longtime deacon who performed countless baptisms, marriages and funerals at St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Church in Metairie, died Monday at his home from cancer. He was 81.

EXETER TWP., Pa - A picture of Pope Francis sits in front of a colorful Easter display inside St. Catherine of Siena Parish Church in Exeter Township -- a juxtaposition that also reflects faith ...