Archive for September 8, 2022
The story behind London’s new Shrine to Mary, Mother of Persecuted Christians
What may well be the first shrine in Europe dedicated to persecuted Christians will be blessed today in central London,... Read more
Who is preparing the Synod on Synodality’s key working document?
In late August, the leadership of the Synod of Bishops announced the next stage in the Catholic Church’s Synod on... Read more
Encounter with Pope Francis caps formation course for new bishops
After a COVID-caused hiatus, the Vatican’s new bishop school was back in session this week. Read more
A look back at Queen Elizabeth II’s encounters with five popes
England’s longest-serving monarch had her first meeting with a pope in 1951 while still a princess. Read more
Updated: Cardinal Nichols pays tribute to Queen Elizabeth II after her death at 96
“Even in my sorrow, shared with so many around the world, I am filled with an immense sense of gratitude... Read more
Pope Francis shares his concern about nuclear war risks in meeting with Vatican diplomats
The pope spoke to almost 100 apostolic nuncios and permanent observers of the Holy See who are meeting in Rome... Read more
Queen Elizabeth II dies at 96
Queen Elizabeth II, the longest-reigning monarch in British history, and the oldest and longest-serving head of state in the world,... Read more
Pro-life groups condemn new all-trimester abortion clinic in Maryland
An abortion clinic outside Washington, D.C., is preparing to open its doors to women seeking abortions into the third trimester... Read more
Pope Francis praises Queen Elizabeth’s ‘steadfast witness of faith in Jesus Christ’
Pope Francis in a telegram late Thursday offered his condolences and prayers upon the death of Queen Elizabeth II, Britain’s... Read more
Filipino mall exhibits more than 50 images of the Virgin Mary to celebrate her nativity
The oldest major shopping center in the Philippines is exhibiting more than 50 Marian images to celebrate the feast of... Read more
Catholic leaders remember Queen Elizabeth II’s Christian faith
The pope and bishops around the world also praised the late queen’s steadfast devotion to her country throughout her 70-year... Read more
