Slovakia

Father Vladimír Jukl who was born 100 years ago, was a secretly ordained Catholic priest in communist Czechoslovakia, and endured imprisonment and torture. He was a key figure in the underground Catholic resistance and inspired thousands through faith, courage, and quiet leadership.

The ‘General of the Secret Church’: Remembering Vladimír Jukl a century after his birth

Oct 27, 2025

A hundred years ago, Vladimír Jukl was born — a secretly ordained Catholic priest in communist Czechoslovakia who endured imprisonment... Read more

‘Bishop in overalls’: Cardinal Ján Korec’s witness remembered 10 years after his death

Oct 24, 2025

By Bohumil Petrík

Cardinal Ján Korec, who was once the youngest bishop in the world — and later the oldest — died 10... Read more

The flag of Slovakia, pictured in the country’s capital, Bratislava.

Slovak bishops welcome constitutional amendment recognizing only 2 sexes

Sep 30, 2025

By Bohumil Petrík

Slovakia’s recently-amended constitution, which aims to protect family, marriage, and parenthood, has been called an “important step” by the Conference... Read more

The longtime pro-life advocate Anna Záborská served in both the Slovak and European Parliaments during her political career.

Pro-life Slovak politician Anna Záborská leaves cross-party legacy

Sep 27, 2025

By Bohumil Petrík

Anna Záborská, 77, built a career spanning both Slovak and European Parliaments while championing traditional family values, religious freedom, and... Read more