Cardinal John Henry Newman

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John Henry Newman by Sir John Everett Millais.

St. John Henry Newman’s insights on the Blessed Virgin Mary

Oct 9, 2023

By Joe Bukuras

Newman, whose conversion to Catholicism rocked the 19th-century English world, devoted a portion of his autobiography defending the Immaculate Conception. Read more

St. John Henry Newman's coat of arms.

Newman relic reported stolen from Birmingham Oratory

Feb 10, 2020

By Christine Rousselle

A first-class relic of St. John Henry Newman was stolen from the Birmingham Oratory sometime in late January, the Oratory... Read more

Cardinal John Henry Newman by Sir John Everett Millais (1881).

St. John Henry Newman’s meditations on the Litany of Loreto

Dec 10, 2019

Morning Star. Mystical Rose. Tower of Ivory. House of Gold. For centuries, Catholics have recited these titles of Mary in... Read more

John Henry Newman by Sir John Everett Millais (1881).

What Cardinal Newman can teach the modern world about freedom of conscience

Oct 22, 2019

The writings of newly-canonized St. John Henry Newman offer important reflections for contemporary society on freedom of conscience and the... Read more

Bishop Robert Byrne preaches at an Oct. 14 Mass celebrating St. John Henry Newman.

Bishop Byrne: Newman would be surprised to be canonized a saint

Oct 14, 2019

By JD Flynn

Cardinal John Henry Newman would be surprised by his own canonization as a saint, an English bishop said Monday, adding... Read more

Elayne Allen, with a friend, at the Oct. 13 canonization of St. John Henry Newman. Courtesy photo.

‘Newman converts’ come home to Rome for canonization

Oct 13, 2019

By Courtney Mares

The canonization of St. John Henry Newman Sunday drew “Newman converts” to Rome from across the English-speaking world, all of... Read more

Banner of St. John Henry Newman on St. Peter's Basilica for his canonization Oct. 13, 2019.

'Lead, kindly light' - Pope Francis names Newman a saint

Oct 13, 2019

By Courtney Mares

Nearly two centuries ago, John Henry Newman was England’s most well-known Anglican priest, until he risked everything to become a... Read more

The Prince of Wales and Duchess of Cornwall in the Vatican Library April 4, 2017. Photo courtesy of Clarence House.

UK's Prince Charles praises Cardinal John Henry Newman

Oct 12, 2019

The Prince of Wales said Saturday that the canonization of Cardinal John Henry Newman is a cause for celebration among... Read more

Blessed John Henry Newman's coat of arms.

Cardinal Nichols: John Henry Newman calls Catholics to be 'missionary disciples'

Sep 30, 2019

The leading English bishop said Sunday that Blessed John Henry Newman offers an important witness for the Catholic Church in... Read more

The Prince of Wales and Duchess of Cornwall in the Vatican Library April 4, 2017. Photo courtesy of Clarence House.

Prince Charles to attend Newman’s canonization in Rome

Sep 16, 2019

By Courtney Mares

Prince Charles will attend the canonization of Blessed Cardinal John Henry Newman next month.  Read more

John Henry Newman by Sir John Everett Millais. public domain.

Look to Newman for an education in friendship, Catholic students told

Aug 31, 2019

Friendship is a central part of how character and thought are formed, students at the Catholic University of America were... Read more

John Henry Newman by Sir John Everett Millais. public domain.

Blessed John Henry Newman to be canonized October 13

Jul 1, 2019

By Courtney Mares

The Vatican announced Monday that Blessed Cardinal John Henry Newman will be canonized on October 13 in Rome.  Read more

John Henry Newman by Sir John Everett Millais. public domain.

Pope Francis approves canonization of John Henry Newman

Feb 13, 2019

By Hannah Brockhaus

Pope Francis Wednesday approved the canonization of Bl. John Henry Newman, a Roman Catholic cardinal, scholar, and founder of the... Read more

John Henry Newman by Sir John Everett Millais. public domain.

Vatican approves second miracle for Blessed John Henry Newman

Nov 28, 2018

By Christine Rousselle

A second miracle attributed to Blessed John Henry Newman has reportedly been approved by the Vatican, fueling expectation that his... Read more

The Ordinary, Monsignor Keith Newton, and other members of the Personal Ordinariate of Our Lady of Walsingham pose in St. Peter's Basilica in February 2012.

Newman biographer highlights cardinal's insights amid Anglican turmoil

Aug 14, 2012

A biographer of Blessed John Henry Newman says the noted 19th-century Catholic convert can offer guidance to Anglicans in the... Read more