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This Chilean home offers hope for children with HIV
Fighting the scourge of discrimination that often accompanies HIV, the Santa Clara Foundation in Santiago de Chile has worked since... Read more
Faith served straight up: how alcohol shapes cultural and religious identity
From a glass of beer at dinner to the wine transubstantiated at the Last Supper, sharing a drink has held... Read more
Meet the woman who helped revive Catholic art after the Reformation
Baroque Italian painter Artemisia Gentileschi is hailed as a ‘feminist icon’ based on her portrayal of the female ‘hero,’ who... Read more
On his birthday, Pope Francis hosts pizza party for sick children
Pope Francis celebrated his 81st birthday with a pizza party for sick children Sunday, reflecting on the joy of children... Read more
Knights of Columbus donate $1.4 million for post-hurricane rebuilding
As Texas and Florida continue to rebuild from a devastating hurricane season, the Knights of Columbus are offering $1.4 million... Read more
Deadly suicide bomb attacks at Pakistan church kill eight
At least eight churchgoers were killed and another 30 injured in a double suicide bomber attack at a Methodist church... Read more
Pope Francis' three Christmas ingredients: joy, prayer, gratitude
With Christmas just eight days away, Pope Francis said three simple attitudes can help prepare us to welcome Jesus Christ. Read more
What the bishop who resisted the Nazis can teach us today
When Father Clemens August von Galen was consecrated Bishop of Münster in October 1933, he chose for his episcopal motto... Read more
From Pope Francis, a checklist for good journalism
Journalism must prize truth and reflection over sensationalism and clamor, Pope Francis told journalists on Saturday. Read more
Pope to youth: expand your wisdom and meet the elderly
Pope Francis met with the youth of Catholic Action on Saturday as the movement marks its 150th anniversary year. Read more
These priests were martyred for refusing to violate the seal of confession
In recent years, some Catholics have been concerned by pushes from governments in locations such as Louisiana and Australia who... Read more
Treat saints' relics right, says new Vatican directive
The relics of Christian saints and blesseds deserve special care and their authenticity must be certified by the Church, the... Read more
Meet the man who holds the keys to the Pope's Museums
“I will give you the keys to the kingdom of heaven,” Jesus told St. Peter, as recorded in the Gospel... Read more
Let clarity and compassion define sexual identity debates, bishops say
In a time of cultural conflict and mistaken ideas about sexual identity, religious leaders have put forth their preferred approach. Read more
Apostolic nuncio to US speaks with EWTN News Nightly
Archbishop Christophe Pierre, apostolic nuncio to the US, spoke with EWTN News Nightly's Lauren Ashburn on Wednesday, discussing Pope Francis,... Read more
Catholic Church in Australia commits to ensuring justice for sex abuse victims
In a wide-ranging report released Friday, Australia’s royal commission found serious failings in the protection of children from abuse in... Read more
Hartford auxiliary bishop resigns at age 72
The Holy See announced Friday that Pope Francis has accepted the resignation of Auxiliary Bishop Christie Macaluso from his position... Read more
Pope Francis: Music opens our hearts to the true meaning of Christmas
Music and art are especially suited to helping us more deeply comprehend the true meaning of the mystery of Christmas,... Read more
Swedish cardinal laments attacks on nation's Jewish community
Multiple attacks against the Jewish community in Sweden have sparked outcry from leaders who have spoken out against the violence.... Read more
A crash course in Miracles 101
What do a grilled cheese sandwich and the tilma of Our Lady of Guadalupe have in common? Read more
