Four new awardees were named this year as recipients of People of Life Awards, chosen by the U.S. bishops’ Secretariat for Pro-Life Activities for lifetime contributions to the pro-life cause.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers coach Todd Bowles recently completed his bachelor of science degree in youth and community development through the Center for Accelerated and Adult Education at Mount St. Mary’s University.

Catholic Review Editor Christopher Gunty talks with Maxime Nogier, executive director of the St. John Paul II National Shrine in Washington, D.C., about the long-reigning pontiff’s legacy and how the shrine supports people on a journey to Christ through the life and teachings of John Paul II.

Standing in front of an ancient symbol of violent battles, Pope Francis and religious leaders from around the world echoed “the cry for peace” of people suffering the impact of conflicts around the world, but especially in Ukraine.

The challenges and threats facing humanity and the planet can be confronted effectively if all people come together in “a spirit of solidarity,” said Thomas Bach, president of the International Olympic Committee, in an appeal also supported by three Vatican dicasteries.