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Mother Teresa and St. John Paul II: a look at their holy friendship
St. John Paul II and Mother Teresa weren’t just friends. As followers of Christ, they complemented each other in profound... Read more
Biden’s claim that Harris has ‘moral compass of a saint’ sparks criticism from theologians
Some of Harris’ positions are inconsistent with saintly values, according to Catholic theologians and philosophers who spoke to CNA. Read more
Prior to Quito 2024, there have been 4 International Eucharistic Congresses in Latin America
The Catholic Church in Latin America is once again preparing to host an International Eucharistic Congress, the fifth the region... Read more
Pope Francis: Indonesia’s high birth rate is an example for other countries
The 87-year-old pontiff said the diverse nation’s high fertility rate should be an example for other countries around the world. Read more
’80s rock frontman Morrissey implores Pope Francis to condemn ‘abomination’ of bullfighting
Morrissey, the mononymous frontman of the legendary ’80s British rock band the Smiths, has sent Francis a letter imploring the... Read more
Supreme Court allows Biden administration to cut funding over Oklahoma abortion dispute
Oklahoma said the federal government had unlawfully stripped the state of about $4.5 million in funds. Read more
Two Catholic patriarchs address the people of Jordan with distinct messages
On the eve of Jordan’s parliamentary elections, scheduled for Sept. 10, Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa sent a written message addressed to... Read more
Pope Francis invites Indonesia’s Catholics to share ‘joy of encountering Christ’
“Proclaiming the Gospel … [means] giving and sharing the joy of encountering Christ always with great respect and fraternal affection... Read more
Devastating attack on church in France renews concerns over security in places of worship
The historic Church of the Immaculate Conception in Saint-Omer, in the Pas-de-Calais department of northern France, was ravaged by arson... Read more
Catholic experts respond to Pope Francis on repelling migrants being ‘a grave sin’
Catholic immigration experts and advocates on all sides agree that the current legal landscape endangers migrants and border communities. Read more
Pope Francis begins Indonesia visit with call for Catholic-Muslim dialogue
On Francis’ first full day in Indonesia on Wednesday, the pope called upon the political leaders to protect the country’s... Read more
56,000 killed in Nigeria’s ethnic and religious violence; Christians disproportionately affected
The violence left 55,910 people dead in 9,970 deadly attacks — as well as 21,621 people abducted in 2,705 attacks. Read more
Pope Francis greets orphans and refugees in Indonesia
Pope Francis received a group of homeless people in Rome before departing for Southeast Asia and, upon arriving in Jakarta,... Read more
Biden ‘gender reassignment’ surgery mandate blocked
The move comes after Texas and Montana sued the administration over changes to the Affordable Care Act’s section prohibiting discrimination... Read more
Nebraska bishop calls for ‘developing authentically Catholic schools’ in new pastoral letter
Bishop James Conley of Lincoln, Nebraska, highlighted the tenets of Catholic education and the modern challenges facing educators in a... Read more
Archbishop Paglia writes new book about old age as a ‘time for inner growth’
Archbishop Vincenzo Paglia, president of the Pontifical Academy for Life, has written a new book about old age. Read more
Norwich bishop Michael Cote announces retirement
Cote, originally from Maine, was ordained a priest in 1975 and led the eastern Connecticut diocese since May 14, 2003. Read more
Catholic campus ministry ‘The Grotto’ to expand at Hillsdale College with million-dollar project
St. Anthony Catholic Parish in rural Michigan is expanding its Catholic ministry for Hillsdale College students by expanding an off-campus... Read more
Arthur Gregg, Catholic convert and first Black lieutenant general in U.S. Army, dies at 96
Arthur James Gregg, a convert to the Catholic faith who was the first Black American to achieve the rank of... Read more
Pope Francis sends telegram of condolence to Cardinal Parolin after mother’s death
Pope Francis assured Parolin of his closeness with him and his extended family during their “moment of human suffering.” Read more
