Archive for December 21, 2021

The Sistine Chapel Choir sings at Westminster Cathedral in London, England, May 6, 2012.?w=200&h=150

By Jonah McKeown

We asked our readers about their favorite Christmas carols. Here's what you said.

Recently, we at CNA conducted a (very unscientific, but nonetheless illuminating) poll of our readers to get a sense of... Read more

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By CNA Staff

Christmas falls on a Saturday this year. What does that mean for Mass obligations? 

This weekend, Latin rite Catholics have an obligation to attend Mass on both Christmas Day, Saturday, Dec. 25, and on... Read more

A Posada in San Felipe, Mexico, on Dec. 19, 2021.?w=200&h=150

By Courtney Mares

Piñatas, Posadas and other Christ-centered Mexican Christmas traditions

Here’s what happens during the 9-day Mexican Christmas tradition called ‘las Posadas.’ Read more

Pope Francis attends the general audience in the Paul VI Hall at the Vatican, Dec. 15, 2021?w=200&h=150

By CNA Staff

2022 World Peace Day message: Pope Francis calls for investment in education, not weaponry

The World Day of Peace is celebrated annually on Jan. 1. Read more

Bishop-elect Jeffrey J. Walsh.?w=200&h=150

By CNA Staff

Pope Francis names new bishop for Catholic Diocese of Gaylord

Bishop-elect Jeffrey J. Walsh is a priest of the Diocese of Scranton. Read more

Cardinal Peter Turkson, prefect of the Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development, at a Vatican press conference July 7, 2020.?w=200&h=150

By CNA Staff

Cardinal Turkson: Pope Francis will decide if I continue to lead Vatican dicastery

The Ghanaian cardinal confirmed that his five-year term is expiring. Read more

A 40 Days for Life event in Pforzheim, Germany.?w=200&h=150

By CNA Staff

Court declares German city’s restrictions on pro-life prayer vigil unlawful

The court upheld the right to free assembly. Read more

Bishop Thomas Tobin of Providence?w=200&h=150

By Christine Rousselle

Providence bishop encourages mask wearing, but it is not a condition for attending Mass

The Bishop of Providence clarified Thursday that despite Rhode Island’s re-imposed mask mandate, people will be permitted to attend Mass... Read more

Gabriel Boric, who won the 2021 Chilean presidential election, speaks after a candidates' debate, Oct. 10, 2021.?w=200&h=150

By Giselle Vargas

Archbishop asks president-elect Boric to recognize Chile's 'religious soul'

Archbishop Fernando Natalio Chomali Garib of Concepción has expressed his hope that Gabriel Boric Font, Chile’s president elect, "will recognize... Read more

Saint Anthony Cathedral Basilica in Beaumont, Texas.?w=200&h=150

By Christine Rousselle

Six priests of Beaumont diocese died this year

Six priests from the Diocese of Beaumont died this year, including three who were in active ministry at the time... Read more