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Jubilee pilgrims adding visit to Gemelli Hospital to pray for Pope Francis
Just outside the hospital, hundreds of the faithful with their own stories stop to pray every day at the feet... Read more
Pope Francis had two episodes of ‘acute respiratory insufficiency,’ Vatican says
The Holy Father was admitted to Rome’s Gemelli Hospital on Feb. 14 and has since been treated for respiratory infections,... Read more
Catholic schools surpass public schools in Nation’s Report Card
In the Nation’s Report Card, national scores for Catholic school students surpassed public school students for fourth- and eighth-grade mathematics... Read more
Vatican gives pro-life award to sister running perinatal hospice in Ukraine
Life is always precious, said Sister Giustina Olha Holubets, SSMI, during a March 3 press conference at the Vatican, “even... Read more
Pope Francis: Faith of migrants and refugees bears witness to ‘hope for the future’
The Church will mark the World Day of Migrants and Refugees from Oct. 4-5 to coincide with the two-day celebration... Read more
Pope Francis warns of ‘planetary crisis’ in message to Vatican’s Academy for Life
The Pontifical Academy for Life is holding a meeting of scientists, theologians, and historians March 3-4 at the Augustinianum Conference... Read more
From heiress to saint: The radical life of St. Katharine Drexel
Throughout her life, St. Katharine Drexel’s chief motivation was to help more people to know and love Jesus in the... Read more
Pope rests well, drinks coffee, and reads newspapers as pneumonia treatment progresses
Recovery for the 88-year-old Holy Father “will certainly not be imminent,” Vatican officials cautioned, indicating a potentially extended hospital stay. Read more
More gains for school choice across the country
Idaho has enacted a school choice bill that would allow parents to use public funds to send their kids to... Read more
Cardinal Vérgez Alzaga turns 80, Vatican governance transitions to Sister Petrini
Cardinal Fernando Vérgez turns 80, completing his service as head of Vatican City governance. Read more
Pope thanks faithful for prayers, meets with Vatican officials at hospital
Vatican sources reported that the 88-year-old pontiff met Sunday morning with Cardinal Pietro Parolin, the Vatican secretary of state, and... Read more
5 Catholic resources to help you grow closer to Jesus this Lent
These five resources provide opportunities to grow in faith during the 40 days of Lent. Read more
From capirotada to hot cross buns: Lent’s rich culinary traditions
Many around the world use the season of Lent to prepare specific homemade delicacies to remind them of the life... Read more
Pope’s health remains stable following respiratory crisis
The pontiff received the Eucharist Saturday afternoon and dedicated time to prayer at Rome’s Gemelli Hospital. Read more
EWTN News documentary chronicles Iraq’s Christian history and ISIS impact
Persecuted Christians in Iraq: An EWTN News Special” delves into the roots of Christianity in Iraq and its history dating... Read more
Franciscan University opens center in Washington, D.C., for students
The Ward and Kathy Fitzgerald Franciscan University Homeland Mission (FUHM) officially opened Feb. 28 in Washington, D.C. Read more
Original statue of Our Lady of Fátima headed to Rome for Jubilee of Marian Spirituality
On the occasion of the Jubilee of Marian Spirituality, scheduled for Oct. 11–12, the original statue of Our Lady of... Read more
States amend lawsuit against federal disability protections after outcry
A group of state attorneys general has walked back plans to push a judge to declare unconstitutional a key federal... Read more
Pope Francis health concerns top of mind at National Catholic Prayer Breakfast
Speakers and attendees at the 2025 National Catholic Prayer Breakfast on Friday prayed for Pope Francis amid his ongoing ailments... Read more
Vance leads prayer for Pope Francis at National Catholic Prayer Breakfast
U.S. Vice President JD Vance led attendees at the 2025 National Catholic Prayer Breakfast in a prayer for Pope Francis’... Read more
