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Syria’s Christians voice relief, seek further security guarantees after political shift
Christians in Syria continue to seek more concrete guarantees, although opinions differ on what form these guarantees should take. Read more
Pope Francis: Baptism a ‘new birthday,’ faith the ‘greatest gift’ for children
“Today, each of you parents and the Church herself give the greatest, greatest gift: the gift of faith to children,”... Read more
Exorcists: 9 practices to avoid when fighting the devil
An association of exorcists issued a warning Jan. 6 to “offer necessary clarifications to be able to act well in... Read more
Journalists to gather in Rome for Jubilee of the World of Communications
Media professionals from different countries will gather Jan. 24–26 in the Eternal City to take part in the Jubilee of... Read more
India’s Syro-Malabar Church reshuffles leadership amid liturgical row
The appointment, confirmed by Major Archbishop Mar Raphael Thattil on Jan. 11, follows the First Session of the XXXIII Synod... Read more
President Biden awards Pope Francis the Presidential Medal of Freedom with distinction
“Pope Francis is unlike any who came before,” a White House statement said. “Above all, he is the People’s Pope... Read more
Pope Francis makes surprise stop at foundation supporting global charitable projects
Founded on principles of solidarity and subsidiarity, Fondazione Roma is a cornerstone of Italy’s philanthropic landscape. Read more
Argentine businessman Enrique Shaw moves closer to beatification
The cause for canonization of Argentine businessman Enrique Shaw took another step forward as the alleged miracle attributed to his... Read more
Story of Armenian family’s journey to freedom, faith during ongoing conflicts is focus of new film
“Between Borders” depicts the real-life events one family endured while fleeing their home in Baku, Azerbaijan, during the massacre that... Read more
Pope Francis welcomes jubilee pilgrims: ‘Begin again with hope’
The virtue of hope holds a divine strength: In his first Saturday Jubilee 2025 audience, Pope Francis reflected on hope... Read more
Pope Francis sends prayers, condolences as Los Angeles battles wildfires
As wildfires continue to ravage Los Angeles neighborhoods, Pope Francis expressed his spiritual closeness to those affected by the tragedy. Read more
PHOTOS: New Jubilee tour of Vatican Gardens at Castel Gandolfo highlights beauty of creation
A new tour for Jubilee 2025 of the Vatican Gardens at the pope’s summer palace in Castel Gandolfo aims to... Read more
New church in Jordan reflects national desire for closer ties with Christendom
The church’s inauguration also reflected the Hashemite kingdom’s determination to establish itself as an essential stop-off point for pilgrims to... Read more
Catholic bishops issue immigration reform guidance: Safeguard communities in humane way
The USCCB guidelines discourage the use of military personnel, resources, and tactics to carry out deportations. Read more
Los Angeles archbishop: Catholics called to be God’s ‘instruments’ during deadly wildfires
The prelate delivered the remarks as a homily at a special Mass celebrated at the Cathedral of Our Lady of... Read more
‘He was a builder’: Cardinal George Pell remembered by biographer 2 years after death
“He had a reformist mindset... Pell would look around and think, well, what is to be done? What can we... Read more
2025 March for Life speakers include Gov. Ron DeSantis, Rep. Chris Smith, Lila Rose
The list includes Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, Rep. Chris Smith from New Jersey, and Live Action President Lila Rose. Read more
Appeal for ‘fervent prayers’ issued for religious sisters kidnapped in southeastern Nigeria
IHM Secretary General in Nigeria Sister Maria Sobenna Ikeotuonye announced the abduction of Sisters Vincentia Maria Nwankwo and Grace Mariette... Read more
Pope Francis tells pediatric cancer patients they are ‘witnesses of hope’
Pope Francis told a group of children receiving treatment for cancer in Poland they are “witnesses of hope” to those... Read more
Biden cancels trip to Italy and meeting with Pope Francis amid deadly California wildfires
Biden was set to travel to Rome from Jan. 9–12 at Pope Francis’ invitation. His audience with the Holy Father... Read more
