Franciscan Father Francesco Patton’s nine-year tenure as custos of the Holy Land began unexpectedly in 2016 when he found himself “redirected” — as he put it — to a largely unfamiliar land while ...

Friar Francesco Patton, the outgoing Franciscan custos of the Holy Land, reflected on his nine years in office and proposed a path to achieving peace in the face of war in the region. He also noted ...

While Bethlehem is not directly involved in the conflict, it continues to suffer under the weight of economic crisis, violence from Israeli settlers, and emigration. Children welcome the custos of the ...

These treasures on display were donated mainly from France, Spain, Italy and Portugal. Most were gifts from reigning monarchs ...

Holy Land USA once brought 40,000 people a year to Waterbury, Conn. Locals hope to return it to its former glory. Oliver Egger is a writer and editor based in New Haven. Anabel DeMartino is a ...