Articles by Francesca Pollio Fenton
Father Mike Schmitz: Campus ministry is ‘best of both worlds’
Aug 10, 2025 / 06:00 amWhile many know him for his popular podcasts, Father Mike Schmitz is first and foremost the chaplain at the Newman Center at the University of Minnesota, Duluth.
Mel Gibson’s 2-part ‘Resurrection of the Christ’ to be released starting Holy Week 2027
Aug 6, 2025 / 14:17 pmIn an X post on Aug. 5, Lionsgate film company announced the film will be split into two parts and will be released starting Holy Week in 2027.
In case you missed it: Some of best moments of the Jubilee of Youth
Aug 5, 2025 / 15:46 pmIn case you missed them, here are some of the most memorable moments of the Jubilee of Youth in Rome.
Word on Fire announces new Bishop Barron documentary
Aug 4, 2025 / 17:00 pmWord on Fire announced Monday that a new documentary by Bishop Robert Barron that will showcase the beauty of Catholic cathedrals is underway.
This is Pope Leo XIV’s prayer intention for the month of August
Aug 4, 2025 / 13:22 pmPope Leo XIV’s prayer intention for the month of August is for mutual coexistence.
Actor David Henrie and EWTN Studios partner to release new docuseries ‘Seeking Beauty’
Jul 31, 2025 / 06:00 amThe docuseries “Seeking Beauty” follows Henrie’s journey into the heart of Italy to explore what makes Italian culture one of the most beautiful in the world.
First-ever Catholic Music Awards celebrates talented artists at the Vatican
Jul 29, 2025 / 07:00 amNicknamed the “Grammys of Catholic Music,” the Catholic Music Awards aims to promote, encourage, and recognize the talent of Catholic singers.
Actor Jonathan Roumie to Catholic creators: Social media is today’s mission field
Jul 28, 2025 / 15:20 pmActor Jonathan Roumie sent a video message on Monday to those gathered in Rome for the Jubilee of Digital Missionaries and Catholic Influencers.
Catholic moms launch ‘Dorothea Project’ to help migrants
Jul 28, 2025 / 06:00 amThe Dorothea Project seeks to defend human dignity, respond to injustice, and educate others in Catholic social teaching.
Meet the Catholic saints included in the National Garden of American Heroes
Jul 26, 2025 / 08:00 amPresident Donald Trump’s National Garden of American Heroes was allotted $40 million in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act.
Bishop prohibits Catholic influencer from Church activities amid ‘grooming’ allegations
Jul 23, 2025 / 17:43 pmBishop Artur Bubnevych of the Holy Protection of Mary Byzantine Catholic Eparchy prohibited Catholic influencer Alex Jurado from public events while under investigation.
Family gives ‘Da Pope’ Chicago Bears T-shirt to Pope Leo XIV
Jul 21, 2025 / 14:06 pmMarcel and Ann Muñoz, along with their three children, met Pope Leo XIV after Mass on July 20 at the Cathedral of Albano and gifted him a shirt that reads “Da Pope.”
Tattoo shop in Times Square is a ‘ministry for the Miraculous Medal’
Jul 21, 2025 / 06:00 amTimes Square Tattoo in New York City is more than a tattoo parlor — it’s a “ministry for the Miraculous Medal.”
New short documentary highlights the life of Servant of God Julia Greeley
Jul 20, 2025 / 06:00 amA new, short documentary tells the story of Servant of God Julia Greeley, also known as Denver’s Angel of Charity, who was born into slavery near Hannibal, Missouri.
UPDATE: Catholic influencer denies claims of ‘grooming’ underage girl: ‘Complete fabrication’
Jul 15, 2025 / 15:28 pmAlex Jurado, known for his social media ministry Voice of Reason, is denying allegations in a report that he sexually groomed an underage teenage girl when he was 21.
Seven Weeks Coffee hits milestone in donations given to pro-life organizations
Jul 9, 2025 / 06:00 amSeven Weeks Coffee, an American, pro-life coffee brand, announced July 7 that it has now donated $1 million to pro-life organizations.
New campaign launches to protect Catholics from online scams and fraud
Jul 5, 2025 / 08:00 am“Protecting the Faithful” aims to shield Catholics and parishes from scammer tactics.
This is Pope Leo XIV’s prayer intention for the month of July
Jul 3, 2025 / 16:50 pmPope Leo XIV’s prayer intention for the month of July is for formation in discernment.
Jonathan Roumie meets the pope: ‘There was just a kindness on his face’
Jul 1, 2025 / 06:00 amJonathan Roumie sat down with EWTN News correspondent Colm Flynn for an interview to talk about playing Jesus in “The Chosen” and meeting Pope Leo.
Catholic speaker Kim Zember in new EWTN podcast highlights LGBT conversion stories
Jun 29, 2025 / 07:00 amA new EWTN podcast called “Here I AM Stories” features testimonies of people finding freedom through Christ’s love.