Articles by Francesca Pollio Fenton
New animated film ‘David’ tells story of Israel’s famous king for the whole family
Dec 19, 2025 / 10:00 amA new animated film called “David” tells the story of King David, from his humble beginnings as a shepherd boy to his battle against Goliath.
Ancient Advent Mass gains new interest among younger Catholics
Dec 14, 2025 / 06:00 amThe ancient Rorate Caeli Mass highlights Mary’s role and Christ’s coming light.
Cupid goes Catholic: New faith-based dating show brings faith and matchmaking together
Dec 13, 2025 / 07:00 amEarlier this year, CatholicMatch released a new platform called “Relate,” which now includes “The Catholic Dating Show.”
Why Sweden honors St. Lucy, a beloved Italian saint
Dec 13, 2025 / 04:00 amSt. Lucy’s Day, also known as Lucia Day, is a traditional Swedish celebration filled with children in costumes, elaborate processions, and Swedish treats.
Meet the Franciscan friar who baptized St. Juan Diego
Dec 9, 2025 / 04:00 amMany people know the story of St. Juan Diego but are less familiar with the Franciscan missionary who baptized him.
Bethlehem lights Christmas tree again while conflict still echoes nearby
Dec 8, 2025 / 17:39 pmThe town of Bethlehem decided to have its Christmas celebrations return, starting with the lighting of the giant Christmas tree in front of the Church of the Nativity on Dec. 6.
Hidden Catholic histories come alive in new Black and Native American films
Dec 7, 2025 / 07:00 amNew documentaries highlight African American and Native American Catholic communities in the United States.
‘Sons of Thunder’ vocations group teaches boys how to be Catholic men
Dec 7, 2025 / 06:00 amA New Jersey priest has launched a group for young men called the Sons of Thunder, which takes its name from Mark 3:17.
Chris Pratt to release documentary on tomb of St. Peter
Dec 6, 2025 / 12:00 pmThe film, produced by Vatican Media, the Fabric of St. Peter, and AF Films, will be released in 2026 for the 400th anniversary of the inauguration and dedication of the basilica.
David Henrie and EWTN Studios to release ‘Seeking Beauty’ docuseries in the new year
Dec 5, 2025 / 11:37 amEWTN Studios, in partnership with Catholic actor and director David Henrie, announced Dec. 3 the upcoming premiere of “Seeking Beauty,” an adventure documentary series.
Powerful moments from Pope Leo XIV’s trip to Turkey and Lebanon
Dec 2, 2025 / 17:34 pmHere are some of the most powerful moments from Pope Leo XIV’s first international trip.
Homeless mother given ‘key’ to new apartment by Pope Leo XIV
Nov 27, 2025 / 10:50 amNadia Howlader and her daughter were given a key to a new apartment by Pope Leo XIV on Nov. 16 on the ninth World Day of the Poor.
Bishops lead Stations of the Cross at Colorado ICE center, urges dignity for migrants
Nov 25, 2025 / 13:48 pmArchbishop Samuel Aquila and Auxiliary Bishop Jorge Rodriguez led hundreds of Catholics in the Stations of the Cross outside the Denver Contract Detention Facility.
Kids Catholic prayer app aims to bring 1 million children together for Advent campaign
Nov 23, 2025 / 08:00 amA new Catholic prayer app for children and their parents called Theo plans to host the largest Advent celebration for children to help them discover the meaning of the season.
New EWTN docuseries commemorates 100th anniversary of Christ the King
Nov 23, 2025 / 07:00 amMarking the 100th anniversary of the feast of Christ the King, which this year falls on Nov. 23, EWTN has released “The Kingship of Christ.”
5 Catholic resources to help you grow closer to Christ this Advent
Nov 23, 2025 / 06:00 amHere are five Advent resources to help you prepare to welcome Jesus this Christmas.
Scorsese’s ‘The Saints’ spotlights extraordinary Catholic men and women
Nov 20, 2025 / 06:00 amThe second season of Martin Scorsese’s docudrama series “The Saints” premiered on Fox Nation on Nov. 16.
UPDATE: Pope Leo XIV meets with his home state’s governor
Nov 19, 2025 / 14:23 pmPope Leo XIV met with the governor of his native Illinois, JB Pritzker, on Wednesday at the Vatican.
St. Rose Philippine Duchesne: Great missionary of the Midwest
Nov 18, 2025 / 04:00 amThe Potawatomi gave St. Rose Philippine Duchesne the name “Quah-kah-ka-num-ad,” which means “woman who is always praying.”
Vatican-set thriller based on true story set to begin filming in 2026
Nov 15, 2025 / 07:00 am“Santo Subito!” will follow Father Joseph Murolo, an American priest asked by the Vatican to serve as the “devil’s advocate” in the investigation of Pope John Paul II’s life.