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In an atmosphere of renewal, 23 new Legionaries of Christ priests ordained in Rome
The ordination of 23 new Legionaries of Christ priests took place in St. Paul Outside the Walls Basilica, one of... Read more
Gamblers are betting millions of dollars on who will be the next pope
The conclave has attracted global interest from Catholics and non-Catholics alike — along with tens of millions of dollars’ worth... Read more
Cardinals hear call for ‘unity of the Church’ at Mass ahead of conclave
Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re, the 91-year-old dean of the College of Cardinals, presided over the liturgy, underlining the need for... Read more
Cardinal Rueda: A conclave is ‘quite different’ from the election of a president
From Rome, where he is participating as a cardinal elector, the archbishop of Bogotá explained how the College of Cardinals... Read more
Conclave 2025: A prayer as the cardinals gather to elect the next pope
As the cardinals gather in conclave beginning today, May 7, the Church and all people of goodwill are invited to... Read more
First responders honored at 31st annual ‘Blue Mass’ in Washington, DC
Organized by the Archdiocese of Washington, Auxiliary Bishop Roy Campbell celebrated the 31st Annual Blue Mass on Tuesday, May 6. Read more
Justice Department seeks to dismiss lawsuit challenging Biden-era abortion pill rules
In its filing on Monday, the Department of Justice argued in federal court that Idaho, Kansas, and Missouri did not... Read more
The history behind ‘habemus papam’ and the white smoke that announces a new pope
When a new pope is elected, there are two signs that mark that historic moment: the white smoke from the... Read more
Thousands march for life in Mexico City
Thousands of people participated in the March for Life on May 3 in Mexico City to mark 18 years since... Read more
These are the challenges identified by the cardinals ahead of the conclave
Over the course of 12 general congregations before the conclave, the cardinals discussed key challenges facing the Church. Read more
Trump’s Justice Department investigates Washington law threatening seal of confession
The new law, signed by Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson last week, adds members of the clergy to the list of... Read more
Cardinal Dolan: New York suicide bill a ‘terrible idea,’ turns doctors into killers
Cardinal Timothy Dolan this week called New York legislation aiming to legalize medical assisted suicide “a disaster waiting to happen.” Read more
9 memorable quotes from the Novendiales Masses for Pope Francis
Cardinals reflected on the service and legacy of Pope Francis’ pontificate, highlighting his strong work ethic and focus on mercy... Read more
The World War II tragedy still shrouded in silence 80 years later
On May 3, 1945, one of the greatest and most silenced maritime tragedies of the 20th century unfolded in the... Read more
PHOTOS: The Sistine Chapel awaits the arrival of cardinal electors to choose the next pope
The proceedings will take place in absolute secrecy, with the prelates largely sequestered from the outside world for as long... Read more
Papal tailor has next pope’s cassock ‘almost ready’ in 3 different sizes
It’s a busy time at Mancinelli Clergy, the iconic shop that embodies the history and tradition of ecclesiastical tailoring in... Read more
The Sistine Chapel: Renaissance gem dazzles clergy and laypeople alike
The Sistine Chapel has witnessed every papal election since 1492 with only five exceptions, and it is preparing to once... Read more
Bishop Barron: Next pope should be ‘a believer in Jesus’ before anything else
Bishop Robert Barron of Winona-Rochester, Minnesota, spoke to EWTN News Vatican Correspondent Colm Flynn on May 5 in Rome. Read more
Cardinals witness destruction of Pope Francis’ ring, seal
The ring and seal are destroyed or nulled after a pope’s death to prevent their future misuse to seal official... Read more
Vatican honors 167 Catholics killed in 2019 Sri Lanka Easter Sunday bombings
Sri Lankan archbishop announces that 167 Catholics killed in the Easter bombings of 2019 will be included on list of... Read more
