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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
Popular Catholic speaker pleads for a miracle amid son’s medical emergency
Popular Catholic content creator Paul Kim has continued to ask for prayers for his 5-year-old son, Micah, who is in... 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
Bishop of Columbus grants Mass dispensation to immigrants who fear deportation
Bishop Earl Fernandes announced that those who fear immigration enforcement action are free from the obligation to attend Sunday Mass... 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
In interview with Bishop Barron, Justice Barrett opens up about her faith
U.S. Supreme Court Justice Amy Coney Barrett says her Catholic faith “grounds her” and gives her “perspective.” Read more
CNA explains: How does ‘Mass dispensation’ work, and when is it used?
Amid heavy immigration enforcement by the Trump administration, several bishops in the U.S. have recently issued broad dispensations to Catholics... Read more
In effort to stem violence against Christians, U.S. conducts airstrikes on ISIS in Nigeria
With the support of the Nigerian government, U.S. President Donald Trump announced that the U.S. military has carried out strikes... Read more
Religious sisters offer abortion clinic workers Christmas cards with resources and prayers
And Then There Were None, a pro-life organization dedicated to assisting abortion clinic workers leave their jobs, carries out a... Read more
