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‘Mary, Explained’ series addresses Marian devotion in Arlington Diocese and beyond
In preparation for its upcoming golden jubilee, the Virginia diocese has created a seven-part series to explain why the Church... Read more
Pope Francis sends message from hospital to European political party
In a letter to the European People’s Party, the pope urged politicians to be united on “issues where primary ethical... Read more
Corpus Christi Sunday 2023: Inspiring words from the saints about the Eucharist
Corpus Christi Sunday falls on June 11 this year. Read more
Pope Francis: Treat others with dignity, not as objects
Pope Francis sent a message to the #NotAlone event, which centered on the signing of a document on human fraternity... Read more
Sacred Heart flags on Twitter and other ways to celebrate Jesus’ Sacred Heart this month
The entire month of June is devoted to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Read more
Legacy of Irish teenager who inspired a nation lives on 10 years after his death
Only a few weeks before he died, 16-year-old Donal Walsh went on national television to remind people of the value... Read more
Pope Francis will not pray public Angelus from hospital on Sunday
A Vatican spokesman said Pope Francis would pray the Angelus privately at noon in his hospital room. Read more
New guide to novenas aims to inspire Catholics to rediscover this traditional form of prayer
“Pocket Guide to Novenas,” published by Ascension and written by Annie and John-Paul Deddens, includes 20 novenas. Read more
Priest calls to conversion criminals who shot up church in Mexico
The confrontation caused destruction both outside and inside the church, with images of Christ, the Virgin Mary and St. Anne... Read more
Jesuits in Spain hire law firm to address alleged sexual abuse of minors in schools
The Jesuit delegate in Catalonia has announced that the congregation has taken action in relation to the alleged cases of... Read more
Catholic pilgrim goes viral as ‘backpack hero’ after stopping mass stabbing in France
The 24-year-old was praised for protecting children and likely preventing the injury or even death of many more. Read more
Maryland to stockpile $1.3 million in abortion drugs
The Maryland Board of Public Works approved nearly $1.3 million in emergency spending to pay for a stockpile of two... Read more
Eucharistic processions to be held across the country for Corpus Christi this weekend
The processions occur as the Church in America enters its second phase of the U.S. bishops’ National Eucharistic Revival. Read more
Here’s what the bishops are saying about the Dodgers honoring an anti-Catholic group
The Dodgers will be honoring the L.A. chapter of the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence with a “Community Hero Award” before... Read more
Oklahoma Women’s College World Series champions say they find their joy in Christ
Some of the team’s players told ESPN that what makes their team so strong is that what matters is their... Read more
Pope Francis making normal progress in recovery from abdominal surgery
“The medical team reports that the clinical picture is steadily improving and the postoperative progress is normal.” Read more
Petition in Mexico demands religious freedom, protection of priests and churches
The Mexican platform Actívate (Get Active) delivered 10,400 signatures to the National Human Rights Commission (CNDH). Read more
Father James Jackson pleads guilty in child pornography case
Prosecutors will seek the mandatory minimum of five years in prison when Jackson is sentenced Sept. 11. Read more
Fort Worth Diocese releases photos allegedly showing drug use at Carmelite monastery
The diocese on Wednesday released a pair of photographs that purportedly show cannabis and marijuana products inside the monastery. Read more
Parents of priest in Cuba attacked with machetes in home invasion
The priest posted an update on Facebook on his parents’ health, stating that his mother “only received minor blows” but... Read more
