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Mother of twin priests: The greatest wealth for parents is to have sons who are priests
“I believe there is no greater wealth for parents than having sons who are priests,” says Eliete Dahan dos Santos... Read more
VIDEO: A look at the beginning of the four National Eucharistic Pilgrimage routes
The EWTN News team deployed to the four corners of the nation to cover the May 19 start of the... Read more
Pope Francis appoints pontifical legate to 2024 International Eucharistic Congress
Pope Francis has appointed Cardinal Kevin Farrell as his special envoy for the 53rd International Eucharistic Congress. Read more
Cardinal Pizzaballa meets with journalists to discuss visit to Catholic parish in Gaza
After returning from the Catholic parish in northern Gaza, Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa, the Latin patriarch, spoke to the press about... Read more
Peoria Diocese to reduce the number of parishes in the diocese by half
Bishop Louis Tylka announced on Saturday that between now and May 2026, the diocese will be reshaped from 156 parishes... Read more
PHOTOS: Jesus crosses the Golden Gate Bridge at start of National Eucharistic Pilgrimage
“We were pursuing Christ. Certainly, for the photo. But maybe also so I could share this story,” writes photojournalist Jeffrey... Read more
U.S. religious freedom watchdog’s new appointments include three Catholics
The USCIRF is a government organization that reviews violations of religious freedom around the world and makes policy recommendations. Read more
Cardinal Hollerich urges caution, dialogue on women’s ordination
The cardinal said the prohibition against ordaining women was “not an infallible doctrinal decision” and could be changed over time... Read more
Pope Francis to travel to Luxembourg and Belgium in September
The pope will make a one-day stopover in Luxembourg on Sept. 26 before visiting the Catholic universities of Leuven and... Read more
Here’s what Pope Francis said in his ‘60 Minutes’ interview
The pope spoke with “CBS Evening News” anchor Norah O’Donnell at the Vatican via a Spanish translator. Read more
International Jérôme Lejeune bioethics conference highlights crucial life and health issues
The International Chair of Bioethics Jérôme Lejeune held its second annual international conference in Rome on May 17–18. Read more
Jim Wahlberg on new film and powerful conversion: Mother Teresa ‘was sent there for me’
“Jesus Thirsts: The Miracle of the Eucharist” is a new film co-produced by Jim Wahlberg that helps viewers rediscover the... Read more
Nearly one-third of U.S. states now require age verification for porn sites
A total of 16 U.S. states have passed and/or will soon enact laws that order porn websites to verify that... Read more
And they’re off! National Eucharistic Pilgrimage routes begin with Holy Spirit-powered send-offs
The National Eucharistic Pilgrimage began on Pentecost Sunday with Masses, processions, and prayers a renewal of Eucharistic devotion in the... Read more
Pope Francis on Pentecost: The Holy Spirit’s work in us is powerful
Speaking in St. Peter’s Basilica, the pope explained that the Holy Spirit’s “work in us is powerful, as symbolized by... Read more
Over 1,000 attend Washington, D.C., Eucharistic procession despite rain
The Catholic Information Center’s second annual Eucharistic procession drew participation from priests, nuns, and laypeople from the area. Read more
What is the Holy Spirit like?
A user’s guide to understanding the Holy Spirit as the Church celebrates Pentecost. Read more
Hospice and palliative care: A look at ‘absolutely vital’ end-of-life support
In contrast to assisted suicide and euthanasia, services such as palliative care and end-of-life hospice care seek to uphold the... Read more
Pope Francis appoints Cardinal Tagle as special envoy to National Eucharistic Congress
The Vatican announced Saturday that the pope has appointed Cardinal Luis Antonio G. Tagle,as his special envoy to the National... Read more
Pope Francis’ pastoral visit to Verona emphasizes call to be peacemakers
The pope’s one-day visit to the northern Italian city of Verona on Saturday centered on a message of peace. Read more
