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Pope Francis and bishops respond to Law’s death as funeral plans finalized
The Vatican announced Wednesday that the funeral Mass of Cardinal Bernard Law, the former archbishop of Boston who died Dec.... Read more
Pope: All of Mass is important – don’t be late!
Pope Francis on Wednesday stressed the importance of getting to Mass on time, noting that every piece is important, especially... Read more
Why this bishop thinks memes may just be the tool for evangelization today
Between the Harambe memes and quick explanations of Catholic doctrine on his Twitter page, Richard Umbers, Auxiliary Bishop of the... Read more
Cardinal Bernard Law, formerly of Boston, dies at age 86
Cardinal Bernard Law has died after a brief hospitalization due to a congenital heart condition, according to sources close to... Read more
CNA's Last-minute Christmas gift guide
There are five shopping days before Christmas. Are you still searching for a few last-minute presents? CNA has gift-giving advice... Read more
Polish cardinal, "Rosary Priest" among sainthood causes moving forward
Pope Francis on Tuesday recognized the heroic virtue of Cardinal Stefan Wyszynski, the former Metropolitan Archbishop of Warsaw, as well... Read more
What can priests practically do to combat the porn epidemic?
Online pornography is one of the fastest growing addictions in the United States, on par with cocaine and gambling. Read more
Bishop reacts to injunction against religious liberty rules
Despite the long efforts of Catholics and others who have sought to prevent mandatory employer health care coverage of contraception,... Read more
This Chilean home offers hope for children with HIV
Fighting the scourge of discrimination that often accompanies HIV, the Santa Clara Foundation in Santiago de Chile has worked since... Read more
On his birthday, Pope Francis hosts pizza party for sick children
Pope Francis celebrated his 81st birthday with a pizza party for sick children Sunday, reflecting on the joy of children... Read more
Knights of Columbus donate $1.4 million for post-hurricane rebuilding
As Texas and Florida continue to rebuild from a devastating hurricane season, the Knights of Columbus are offering $1.4 million... Read more
Deadly suicide bomb attacks at Pakistan church kill eight
At least eight churchgoers were killed and another 30 injured in a double suicide bomber attack at a Methodist church... Read more
Pope Francis' three Christmas ingredients: joy, prayer, gratitude
With Christmas just eight days away, Pope Francis said three simple attitudes can help prepare us to welcome Jesus Christ. Read more
From Pope Francis, a checklist for good journalism
Journalism must prize truth and reflection over sensationalism and clamor, Pope Francis told journalists on Saturday. Read more
Pope to youth: expand your wisdom and meet the elderly
Pope Francis met with the youth of Catholic Action on Saturday as the movement marks its 150th anniversary year. Read more
Treat saints' relics right, says new Vatican directive
The relics of Christian saints and blesseds deserve special care and their authenticity must be certified by the Church, the... Read more
Meet the man who holds the keys to the Pope's Museums
“I will give you the keys to the kingdom of heaven,” Jesus told St. Peter, as recorded in the Gospel... Read more
Let clarity and compassion define sexual identity debates, bishops say
In a time of cultural conflict and mistaken ideas about sexual identity, religious leaders have put forth their preferred approach. Read more
Apostolic nuncio to US speaks with EWTN News Nightly
Archbishop Christophe Pierre, apostolic nuncio to the US, spoke with EWTN News Nightly's Lauren Ashburn on Wednesday, discussing Pope Francis,... Read more
Pope Francis: Music opens our hearts to the true meaning of Christmas
Music and art are especially suited to helping us more deeply comprehend the true meaning of the mystery of Christmas,... Read more
