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Thousands participate in the March for Life on May 3, 2025, in Mexico City.

Thousands march for life in Mexico City

May 6, 2025

By Diego López Colín

Thousands of people participated in the March for Life on May 3 in Mexico City to mark 18 years since... Read more

Cardinals gather for the the seventh Novendiales Mass for Pope Francis on May 2, 2025, in St. Peter’s Basilica at the Vatican.

These are the challenges identified by the cardinals ahead of the conclave

May 6, 2025

By Courtney Mares

Over the course of 12 general congregations before the conclave, the cardinals discussed key challenges facing the Church. Read more

Washington state’s governor signed a law on May 1, 2025, that threatens priests with up to one year in jail if they fail to report child abuse they learn about during the sacrament of confession.

Trump’s Justice Department investigates Washington law threatening seal of confession

May 6, 2025

By Tyler Arnold

The new law, signed by Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson last week, adds members of the clergy to the list of... Read more

New York state capitol in Albany.

Cardinal Dolan: New York suicide bill a ‘terrible idea,’ turns doctors into killers

May 6, 2025

By Tessa Gervasini

Cardinal Timothy Dolan this week called New York legislation aiming to legalize medical assisted suicide “a disaster waiting to happen.” Read more

Cardinals celebrate the ninth Novendiales Mass for Pope Francis on the third Sunday of Easter, May 4, 2025, at St. Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican.

9 memorable quotes from the Novendiales Masses for Pope Francis

May 6, 2025

By Hannah Brockhaus

Cardinals reflected on the service and legacy of Pope Francis’ pontificate, highlighting his strong work ethic and focus on mercy... Read more

Cap Arcona — once a luxurious transatlantic liner — became a place of execution in the spring of 1945 when it was bombed by British aircraft on May 3.

The World War II tragedy still shrouded in silence 80 years later

May 6, 2025

By Patrick J. Passmore

On May 3, 1945, one of the greatest and most silenced maritime tragedies of the 20th century unfolded in the... Read more

Long tables at the Sistine Chapel await the arrival of cardinals for the conclave to elect the next pope, Tuesday, May 6, 2025.

PHOTOS: The Sistine Chapel awaits the arrival of cardinal electors to choose the next pope

May 6, 2025

By Daniel Payne

The proceedings will take place in absolute secrecy, with the prelates largely sequestered from the outside world for as long... Read more

Raniero Mancinelli in his workshop on Via Borgo Pio in Rome.

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.

The Sistine Chapel: Renaissance gem dazzles clergy and laypeople alike

May 6, 2025

By Victoria Cardiel

The Sistine Chapel has witnessed every papal election since 1492 with only five exceptions, and it is preparing to once... Read more

Winona-Rochester, Minnesota, Bishop Robert Barron speaks to EWTN News Vatican Correspondent Colm Flynn in Rome on Monday, May 5, 2025.

Bishop Barron: Next pope should be ‘a believer in Jesus’ before anything else

May 6, 2025

By Daniel Payne

Bishop Robert Barron of Winona-Rochester, Minnesota, spoke to EWTN News Vatican Correspondent Colm Flynn on May 5 in Rome. Read more

The papal fisherman’s ring and lead seal are nulled during the 12th general congregation of the College of Cardinals on Tuesday, May 6, 2025.

Cardinals witness destruction of Pope Francis’ ring, seal

May 6, 2025

By Hannah Brockhaus

The ring and seal are destroyed or nulled after a pope’s death to prevent their future misuse to seal official... Read more

A woman pays tribute to victims of the 2019 Easter Sunday terror attacks at a cemetery in Negombo, Sri Lanka, on April 21, 2022, marking three years since the tragic attacks.

Vatican honors 167 Catholics killed in 2019 Sri Lanka Easter Sunday bombings

May 6, 2025

By Tessa Gervasini

Sri Lankan archbishop announces that 167 Catholics killed in the Easter bombings of 2019 will be included on list of... Read more

Hundreds of thousands of mourners attend the funeral of Pope Francis at St. Peter’s Square, Saturday, April 26, 2025

MAP: Key Vatican locations to know about as the conclave begins

May 6, 2025

By Jonah McKeown

On the morning of May 7 the conclave will commence, with all the cardinals present, with the Holy Mass for... Read more

A member of the Papal Foundation greets Pope Francis with a personalized New Orleans Saints jersey, Friday, April 12, 2024.

Papal Foundation’s annual grant distribution to honor the legacy of Pope Francis

May 5, 2025

By Madalaine Elhabbal

The Papal Foundation is a nonprofit dedicated to serving the Holy Father’s wishes through donations to charitable initiatives of his... Read more

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Middle Eastern Christians speak: What they want from the next pope

May 5, 2025

By Romy Haber

Here is what some Middle Eastern Christians say they are seeking from the next bishop of Rome. Read more

President Donald Trump speaks during an event in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, D.C., on May 5, 2025.

UPDATE: Trump dismisses criticism of AI image of him as pope: ‘The Catholics loved it’

May 5, 2025

By Tyler Arnold

Trump, who frequently shares memes of himself on social media, posted the image to Truth Social on Friday after joking... Read more

The popemobile used by Pope Francis during his visit to Bethlehem in 2014.

Pope Francis’ last gift to Gaza: A popemobile converted into a mobile clinic

May 5, 2025

By Victoria Cardiel

Before his death, Pope Francis donated one of his popemobiles to be converted into a mobile clinic to assist the... Read more

FOCUS founder Curtis Martin discusses evangelization with “EWTN News In Depth” on May 2, 2025, from the Vatican.

FOCUS founder calls for evangelism amid upcoming conclave: ‘The world is looking to us’

May 5, 2025

By Kate Quiñones

In an interview with “EWTN News In Depth” from St. Peter’s Square in Rome, Curtis Martin spoke on the current... Read more

Cardinal Dominique Mamberti delivers his homily during the ninth Novendiales Mass for Pope Francis on the third Sunday of Easter, May 4, 2025, at St. Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican.

FULL TEXT: Cardinal Mamberti’s homily for the ninth Novendiales Mass

May 4, 2025

By CNA Staff

Here is the full text of Cardinal Dominique Mamberti’s homily for the ninth and final Novendiales Mass on Sunday, May... Read more

Cardinal Dominique Mamberti celebrates the ninth Novendiales Mass for Pope Francis on the third Sunday of Easter, May 4, 2025, at St. Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican.

Pope Francis was ‘faithful to his mission,’ cardinal says at ninth Novendiales Mass

The mission of a pope “is love itself, which becomes service to the Church and to all humanity,” Cardinal Dominique... Read more