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Archdiocese of New Orleans issues public apology to abuse victims
The Archdiocese of New Orleans released a letter written to child sexual abuse claimants apologizing for the “inexcusable harm” they... Read more
Bishop Barron critiques New York Mayor Mamdani’s embrace of ‘collectivism’
Bishop Robert Barron, founder of the Word on Fire ministry, criticized New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani for promising constituents... Read more
Catholic singles seek faithful connections at huge SEEK 2026 speed dating event
Young Catholics gathered for a possibly record-breaking large speed dating event in Columbus, Ohio, on Jan. 4. Read more
St. John Neumann, promoter of Catholic education in the U.S., is celebrated today
Every Jan. 5 the Church celebrates the feast of St. John Neumann, Redemptorist missionary and fourth bishop of the city... Read more
How to bless your home on the feast of Epiphany 2026
The letters and numbers used in the traditional Epiphany blessing have great significance. Read more
At SEEK 2026, young Catholics urged to use technology intentionally, as a tool
Andrew Laubacher told young Catholics at SEEK 2026 how social media can become addictive and have negative effects on the... Read more
FOCUS expands reach into parishes, hoping to revitalize local Church
For nearly 30 years, FOCUS has been known for its missionary work on college campuses. Earlier this year, it began... Read more
How a Catholic university is combating the health care crisis in Maryland
In response to Maryland’s growing health care crisis, Mount St. Mary’s University is launching a physician assistant program on Jan.... Read more
SEEK 2026: Bishop Olson of Fort Worth speaks about what he’s praying for, other issues
Bishop Michael Olson spoke about what he is praying about. Read more
Food assistance, housing top Catholic Charities’ policy wish list in 2026
How 2025 federal policies affected poverty and what to look for in 2026. Read more
5-year-old son of Catholic speaker Paul Kim passes away
The 5-year-old son of Catholic speaker and comedian Paul Kim has passed away after more than a week on life... Read more
CNA’s top Catholic moments of 2025
2025 was filled with impactful moments — here are some of the top Catholic moments of the past year. Read more
Rest in peace: Looking back at notable Catholics who passed away in 2025
In 2025, numerous notable Catholics entered eternal life — from public officials to the vicar of Christ himself. Read more
Rep. Tom Emmer credits his parents’ example in fostering Catholic faith
Rep. Tom Emmer said his Catholic faith was formed by his parents’ example at a young age and he encouraged... Read more
How federal and state abortion policies shifted in 2025
Abortion policy at the federal and state levels has continued to shift in the United States in 2025. Read more
Jonathan Roumie tells Father Mike Schmitz: ‘Everything in my life has prepared me for this role’
In a new sit-down interview with well-known podcaster priest Father Mike Schmitz, actor Jonathan Roumie spoke in depth about his... Read more
U.S. executions rise in 2025 amid shifting public opinion
A rise in executions in the U.S. in 2025 occurred alongside “shifting public opinion” against the death penalty, offering anti-death-penalty... Read more
2025 saw expanded access to physician-assisted suicide
Despite opposition from Catholic leaders, multiple states and countries advanced legislation in 2025 to expand access to physician-assisted suicide. Read more
St. John the Evangelist — apostle, Son of Thunder, beloved disciple, caretaker of Mary
The feast of St. John the Evangelist, an apostole who played a very prominent role in many of the New... Read more
Should Catholics use AI to re-create deceased loved ones? Experts weigh in
The AI company 2wai ignited a controversy on social media in November after it revealed an app that will allow... Read more
