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Education watchdog group identifies 20 Catholic universities with DEI programs
A Wednesday report by an education watchdog organization identified 20 Catholic colleges and universities that had “diversity, equity, and inclusion”... Read more
Iconic Holy Week processions in Seville vividly portray the Passion
The Holy Week processions in the Andalusian capital are one of Spain’s most iconic traditions, and this year was no... Read more
Pope Francis makes surprise visit to Regina Coeli prison on Holy Thursday
According to the Vatican, the pope met with approximately 70 inmates who regularly participate in activities and catechesis organized by... Read more
Judge blocks government from requiring Catholic employers to accommodate abortions, IVF
A U.S. district judge this week permanently blocked the federal government from requiring some Catholic employers to accommodate abortions for... Read more
‘March on the Arch’: Hundreds join St. Louis March for Life
Here is a roundup of recent pro-life and abortion-related news. Read more
Facing rising antisemitism, ‘Hebrew Catholic’ association aims to bridge Judaism, Catholicism
The Association of Hebrew Catholics advocates for the recognition and integration of Jewish traditions in Catholic practice. Read more
CNA explains: Why Eastern and Western Easter dates differ — and why 2025 is different
The Council of Nicaea's 1,700th anniversary marks a rare unified Easter in 2025, sparking hope for Christian unity. Read more
Security, technological enhancements made to St. Peter’s Basilica
With the aim of improving the experience of pilgrims traveling to Rome for the holy year, the Fabric of St.... Read more
Holy Week pilgrims in Rome take up ancient Seven Churches walks
The practice of church pilgrimages dates back centuries in the Catholic Church. Read more
‘The Chosen’ hits milestone as creator reflects on powerful Last Supper portrayal
Dallas Jenkins, creator of “The Chosen,” along with some of the actors from the show shared their experiences of filming... Read more
More than 1,800 priests celebrate Holy Thursday chrism Mass at Vatican
On Holy Thursday, more than 1,880 priests, bishops, and cardinals renewed the promises made at their ordinations during the chrism... Read more
Palestinian Christians double down on criticizing U.S. Catholic bishops on Israel, Zionism
An ecumenical Palestinian Christian organization doubled down on criticism of the USCCB this week, accusing the body of dismissing concerns... Read more
Lourdes announces 72nd miracle: Italian pilgrim cured of degenerative disease
Father Michel Daubanes, the rector of the sanctuary, made the announcement on Wednesday following the completion of a rosary at... Read more
Archdiocese of Detroit: Parishes must cease Traditional Latin Mass celebrations by July 1
Archbishop Edward Weisenburger of Detroit announced Wednesday that parish churches in the archdiocese that offer the Traditional Latin Mass will... Read more
Britain’s highest court rules in favor of biological women
The U.K. Supreme Court ruled Wednesday that only biological women are protected under Britain’s Equality Act, contradicting prior guidance by... Read more
Ecumenical expert: ‘No theological reasons to celebrate Easter on different dates’
Father Frans Bouwen, a leading voice in ecumenical dialogue, holds that “there are no real theological reasons” to justify Christians... Read more
Vice President Vance will meet with Vatican secretary of state on Easter trip to Rome
Vance, who is a convert to Catholicism, will meet with Vatican Secretary of State Cardinal Pietro Parolin and Italian Prime... Read more
U.S. bishops call for protecting federal safety net for ‘basic human needs’
As work on budget reconciliation proceeds in Congress, the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops is urging lawmakers to protect programs... Read more
Chicago Archdiocese reinstates priest to ministry after abuse investigation
The archdiocese said in January that it had removed Father Matthew Foley from ministry after claims of abuse dating to... Read more
Pope Francis welcomes Gemelli medical teams to the Vatican, thanks them for their care
The 88-year-old Holy Father greeted approximately 70 men and women representing leadership and staff from the hospital. Read more
