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Christians in Iran are ‘leaven of society,’ new cardinal-elect of Tehran says
Cardinal-elect Dominique Mathieu, archbishop of Tehran-Isfahan, discusses the challenges and hopes of Iran’s small Catholic community. Read more
Trump could end Defense Department’s promotion of gender ideology, abortion
Under Joe Biden’s administration, the DOD has used taxpayer money to fund gender transitions and abortion-related travel expenses for service... Read more
Trump taps Kash Patel to shake up the FBI
If confirmed, Kash Patel will head an agency shrouded in controversy, including the targeting of traditional Catholics and pro-life activists... Read more
U.S. President-elect Trump to attend Notre Dame Cathedral reopening in Paris
U.S. President-elect Donald Trump announced plans to travel to Paris on Dec. 7 to attend the grand reopening of Notre... Read more
Catholic Church in El Salvador calls on president to maintain ban on gold mining
The Catholic Church in El Salvador has asked President Nayib Bukele not to repeal the 2017 law that prohibits the... Read more
Rome’s famous tailor prepares for the Catholic Church’s new cardinals
Close to the Pantheon in the heart of Rome, one of the city’s oldest and most popular ecclesiastical tailors is... Read more
Remembering St. Francis Xavier’s missionary zeal
On Dec. 3, the Catholic Church honors St. Francis Xavier, one of the first Jesuits who evangelized vast portions of... Read more
U.S. Supreme Court declines to hear Missouri convicted murderer’s death row case
The U.S. Supreme Court on Monday declined to hear a Missouri death row prisoner’s appeal on the eve of his... Read more
English seminary in Rome commemorates Martyrs’ Day on St. Ralph Sherwin’s feast
On Dec. 1, the Venerable English College in Rome commemorates the martyrdom of some of the school’s former students. Read more
As Aleppo’s Christians face new ordeal, Church leaders call for courage and faith
Christians face new challenges as Hay’at Tahrir al-Sham, a militant faction affiliated with extremist groups, launched its largest operation in... Read more
Vatican suppresses Carmelite monastery following long-running controversy
Bishop Michael Olson of the Diocese of Fort Worth announced on Monday that he received a decree of suppression last... Read more
U.S. churches to ring bells for reopening of Notre Dame Cathedral
In a social media post, the USCCB wrote that as the cathedral reopens its doors, “local churches in the U.S.... Read more
Pope Francis to Nicaraguan Catholics: Faith and hope work miracles
Pope Francis has written a moving letter to Catholics in Nicaragua to express his closeness, affection, and incessant prayer. Read more
Charismatic Renewal in Spain accepts bishops’ ‘intergenerational healing’ guidance
The Charismatic Renewal in Spain has accepted “with filial obedience” the recent doctrinal note by the country’s bishops on “intergenerational... Read more
PHOTOS: Holy Land Christians begin another Advent in the midst of war
This past weekend, the people in Bethlehem welcomed the friars of the Custody of the Holy Land, led by the... Read more
Vandals target Nativity scene in Lebanon
A gun was placed near a Nativity scene in the town of Faraya, in the Keserwan District of Mount Lebanon,... Read more
Republicans introduce bill to define ‘male’ and ‘female’ based on biological differences
The Defining Male and Female Act of 2024 is designed to prevent government officials and courts from reinterpreting terms through... Read more
Military archdiocese launches initiative to build Catholic communities on military bases
Team Saint Paul, a new endeavor by the Archdiocese for the Military Services, USA, places team members near military bases. Read more
5 Italians to be elevated as cardinals by Pope Francis at Dec. 7 consistory
In total, 21 cardinals — representing the Catholic Church’s geographical diversity — will be created at the upcoming consistory on... Read more
‘Raise your heads,’ Pope Francis tells faithful in first Advent message amid multiple conflicts
Pope Francis on Sunday addressed cosmic upheavals, modern anxieties, and current conflicts while emphasizing hope and spiritual vigilance. Read more
