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Vatican refreshes official website for first time in nearly 30 years
A banner image of a waving Pope Leo XIV against a simple light blue background can now be found spread... Read more
Augustinian nuns of Lecceto reflect on life of prayer and friendship with Pope Leo XIV
Sister Sara Maria of the Augustinian nuns of Lecceto speaks about the activities of the monastery in the province of... Read more
In the Philippines, empty chapels spark call for Eucharistic renewal
As the National Eucharistic Revival comes to an end in the U.S. this year, many believe there is a need... Read more
Pope Leo XIV’s Peruvian goddaughter shares testimony
“He always told us that faith isn’t just about going to Mass, but about living with charity, loving one’s neighbor,... Read more
Casamari Abbey: Cistercian art, ancient remedies, and praying monks
The monastery of Casamari in Italy was built in the 11th century on the foundations of a temple dedicated to... Read more
6 easy activities to help children understand Memorial Day
As Americans remember those who have given their lives in defense of their country, here are some ideas to help... Read more
Pope Leo XIV prays before the icon of Mary, ‘Health of the Roman People,’ in St. Mary Major
Pope Leo XIV prayed at the Basilica of St. Mary Major following the Mass where he took possession of the... Read more
Pope Leo XIV delivers first homily as bishop of Rome at Basilica of St. John Lateran
Pope Leo XIV delivered his first homily as Bishop of Rome at the Basilica of St. John Lateran, where he... Read more
Leo XIV tells mayor of Rome: ‘Today I can say that through you and with you, I am Roman’
Pope Leo XIV addressed Rome’s mayor minutes before making his way to the Basilica of St. John Lateran to take... Read more
Pope Leo XIV at the Regina Caeli: ‘I ask you to sustain me with your prayer and closeness’
In his first Regina Caeli from the window of the Apostolic Palace, Pope Leo XIV thanked the faithful for their... Read more
French bishops lead prayer vigil at Notre-Dame amid euthanasia debate
Organized by the bishops of the Île-de-France region, the vigil has taken place annually since 2009. Read more
Outgoing Vancouver archbishop offers a parting call to hope
Archbishop J. Michael Miller sat down for a series of interviews offering encouragement, reflection, and insight as he prepares to... Read more
Diocese of Charlotte will restrict Latin Mass in line with Pope Francis’ directive
Bishop Michael Martin, OFM Conv, issued a statement directing that the ancient liturgy would henceforth be celebrated in an as-yet-unnamed... Read more
Pew study finds astrology, tarot, fortune-telling are popular: How should Catholics respond?
About 1 in 3 Americans are turning to New Age practices like rarot cards, astrology, and fortune tellers at least... Read more
Cardinal Sturla anticipates papal trips to Argentina, Uruguay, and Peru
Uruguayan Cardinal Daniel Sturla anticipates that Pope Leo XIV’s first visit to Latin America “will include Argentina, Uruguay, and possibly... Read more
Cardinal Dolan receives award from Becket for religious liberty leadership
Cardinal Timothy Dolan of the Archdiocese of New York was named the Becket Fund’s 2025 Canterbury Medalist. Read more
From an exorcist: 5 spiritual weapons to fight the devil
Father Cristian Meriggi, an exorcist priest of the Archdiocese of Florence, Italy, shares the five spiritual weapons he uses and... Read more
Holocaust remembrance center founded by Catholic nuns plants Anne Frank tree
The National Catholic Center for Holocaust Education at Seton Hill University held a ceremony to plant the small tree at... Read more
Pope Leo XIV biography launches in Rome; book available now from EWTN
EWTN officially launched the first authoritative biography of Pope Leo XIV during an event at the Vatican on May 22. Read more
Renowned philosopher and Catholic convert Alasdair MacIntyre dies at 96
Alasdair MacIntyre, a towering figure in moral philosophy and a Catholic convert credited with reviving the discipline of virtue ethics,... Read more
