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Catholic representation in new Congress grows to over 28%: A look at the numbers
A small majority of the Catholics in both chambers of Congress are elected Democrats. Read more
Pope Francis encourages blind young people to be pilgrims of hope
Pope Francis encouraged those present to be “people on the journey” who always have the desire to continue, “always with... Read more
‘Rosary in a Year’ podcast is No. 1 on Apple charts
The latest “In a Year” podcast landed ahead of other popular podcasts including “The Joe Rogan Experience,” “Dateline,” and “The... Read more
‘Our hearts are restless until they rest in you’: SEEK25 kicks off in Washington, D.C.
“We are here, because guess what? Everything isn’t OK in the world today,” Bishop Robert Brennan said at the opening... Read more
Roof of 400-year-old church in Mexico collapses
Like all Catholic churches built in Mexico before 1992, the church is federal property, so repairing it is the responsibility... Read more
Spanish bishops condemn mockery of Sacred Heart of Jesus on Spanish public television
“The saddest thing is that those responsible are not aware of what they’re doing. Once again banality surrounds us,” Archbishop... Read more
Record numbers of young adults flock to Salt Lake City for SEEK25
More than 21,000 people have begun the new year seeking Jesus at the biggest Catholic young adult conference of the... Read more
Biden to award Presidential Citizens Medal to abortion and gay marriage activists
The medal is awarded to Americans who “have performed exemplary deeds of service for their country or their fellow citizens,”... Read more
Notre Dame fans pray for terror attack victims at Mass in New Orleans hotel
The Mass attracted some 500 attendees to the Hilton New Orleans Riverside, just a 20-minute walk from the French Quarter. Read more
Catholic priest in Nigeria murdered by ‘unidentified assailants’
After the death of Nigerian priest Father Tobias Chukwujekwu Okonkwo the day after Christmas, the diocese appealed for prayers “for... Read more
This is Pope Francis’ prayer intention for the month of January
“All children and youth have the right to go to school, regardless of their immigration status,” the pope said. Read more
Bishop urges faithful to fight ‘scourge of human trafficking’ in Pennsylvania
In a Dec. 29 pastoral letter Bishop Timothy Senior said he was “shocked and appalled” to learn about the extent... Read more
Pope Francis ‘deeply saddened’ by New Orleans attack, offers prayers
The pope sent a condolence message to New Orleans Archbishop Gregory Aymond on Jan. 2 offering prayers for the souls... Read more
How can the Jubilee of Hope strengthen your faith? Here’s what you need to know
Why is the jubilee such an important event for Catholics? The answer is simple: It offers an extraordinary opportunity to... Read more
Catholics weigh in on Australia’s social media ban: ‘A void in our children’s spiritual lives’
Australian lawmakers recently passed a law — the first of its kind in the world — banning children under age... Read more
UPDATE: Driver slams car into New Year’s crowd in New Orleans: 15 killed, archbishop offers prayers
“Our prayers go out to those killed and injured in this morning’s horrific attack on Bourbon Street,” New Orleans Archbishop... Read more
New poll shows Latino voters helped Trump win the overall Catholic vote in 2024 election
According to the data, a large portion of Trump’s improved performance among Catholics came from Latino voters while a smaller... Read more
Vatican sets funeral for Cardinal Amato as Pope Francis praises ‘faithful servant’
Pope Francis praised the late cardinal’s “priestly spirit” and theological preparation, highlighting his decades of service. Read more
In New Year’s Angelus, pope ties debt forgiveness to peace
In his first Angelus address of 2025, Pope Francis called for debt relief for the world’s poorest nations and renewed... Read more
Pope Francis preaches peace, protection of life in New Year’s homily
“Protecting life, caring for wounded life, restoring dignity to the life of every ‘born of woman’ is the fundamental basis... Read more
