Francesca Pollio Fenton

Francesca Pollio Fenton

Francesca is the Social Media Manager for Catholic News Agency. She received her degree in Communications with an emphasis in Digital Media from the University of Colorado - Denver.

Articles by Francesca Pollio Fenton

Where does the ‘Feast of the 7 Fishes’ Christmas Eve tradition come from?

Dec 24, 2023 / 07:00 am

The feast stems from the southern part of Italy and spans generations.

During fundraiser, priest makes ‘longest shot ever by a priest on a playground’

Dec 16, 2023 / 08:00 am

Father Jarett Konrade in Beloit, Kansas, broke the record while attempting to fundraise for repairs at his parish.

Christmas 2023: Best Catholic gifts for the hard-to-shop-for person this year

Dec 15, 2023 / 08:00 am

This list of unique Catholic gifts is sure to have something for anyone on your list this year.

Why Sweden honors St. Lucy, a beloved Italian saint

Dec 13, 2023 / 04:45 am

The Scandinavian country has a long history of honoring St. Lucy with candle-lit ceremonies, processions, and treats.

Christmas 2023: A Catholic gift guide for the little ones on your shopping list

Dec 9, 2023 / 07:00 am

These seven small Catholic shops offer great Christmas gifts for the children in your life.

Meet the Franciscan friar who baptized St. Juan Diego

Dec 9, 2023 / 06:00 am

Many people know the story of St. Juan Diego but are less familiar with the Franciscan missionary who baptized him.

Notre Dame Cathedral expected to reopen one year from today

Dec 8, 2023 / 15:00 pm

President Emmanuel Macron, accompanied by Paris’ Archbishop Laurent Ulrich, visited the newly built spire and pledged the work would be completed on schedule.

Everything you need to know about the Advent wreath

Dec 3, 2023 / 07:00 am

Advent wreaths are traditionally made from evergreen branches and have four candles, which represent the four weeks of Advent. 

Advent 2023: 5 Catholic resources to help prepare your heart for the birth of Jesus

Dec 2, 2023 / 08:00 am

With the hustle and bustle of holiday festivities, it’s easy to lose track of what truly makes this time of year so special. These resources will help you prepare.

New Holy Land virtual Advent pilgrimage hopes to fill ‘holy sites with peace’

Dec 2, 2023 / 07:00 am

With the Israel-Hamas war, pilgrims can’t get to many holy sites this Advent and Christmas, so the Magdala Tourist Center is bringing the holy sites to pilgrims.

Indi Gregory remembered as ‘true warrior’ at funeral

Dec 1, 2023 / 11:55 am

The funeral for the 8-month-old baby who lost her life after an end-of-life legal battle was held at Nottingham Cathedral on Friday, Dec. 1.

This is Pope Francis’ prayer intention for the month of December

Dec 1, 2023 / 07:00 am

Pope Francis’ prayer intention for the month of December is for people with disabilities.

Here are 14 Catholic organizations to support this GivingTuesday

Nov 28, 2023 / 04:00 am

First created in 2012, GivingTuesday is a day when people everywhere are encouraged to do something good for others.

Catholics can receive a plenary indulgence by praying before a Nativity scene 

Nov 25, 2023 / 08:00 am

From Dec. 8 until Feb. 2, Catholics will be able to receive a plenary indulgence by praying before a Nativity scene in a Franciscan church.

On assassination anniversary, Catholics reflect on JFK’s faith and life

Nov 22, 2023 / 05:00 am

JFK’s legacy is a cautionary tale for politicians who profess to be Christians yet often reject practicing the faith in aspects of their personal or public life.

‘Mass of a Lifetime’ reminds elderly ‘their community has not forgotten them’

Nov 19, 2023 / 07:00 am

The special Mass was held in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, at a retirement home, to “intentionally affirm, involve, and inspire” the residents.

EWTN anchor’s Christmas album climbs the charts

Nov 16, 2023 / 12:40 pm

Popular TV host Raymond Arroyo says Christmas music is “a touchstone of joy in the midst of chaos, gloom, and darkness.”

Baby Indi Gregory’s father says he chose baptism for her after feeling ‘dragged to hell’ 

Nov 13, 2023 / 15:15 pm

Despite not being religious, Dean Gregory says fighting for his daughter’s life in court moved him and his wife to baptize their daughter.

How a tragic loss led a successful businessman to the priesthood

Nov 9, 2023 / 10:00 am

After losing his wife of 40 years, Father Peter Adamski pursued a calling to the priesthood that he had experienced as a boy.

Knights of Columbus donate millionth coat through ‘Coats for Kids’ program

Nov 7, 2023 / 14:35 pm

The Knights of Columbus reached a major milestone this month when they donated their one millionth coat through their Coats for Kids program on Nov. 6.