Archive for September 30, 2024

Saint Jerome Writing, a painting by Caravaggio, dated to 1605–06. Public domain.?w=200&h=150

By Jonah McKeown

Are modern Bible translations always better? A Catholic linguist praises St. Jerome’s Vulgate

The Vulgate became the predominantly used Bible of the Middle Ages and has endured to this day. Read more

The makeup of the U.S. Senate could change as a result of the 2024 elections.?w=200&h=150

By Madalaine Elhabbal

Four U.S. Senate races to watch: Can Democrats hold on to their majority in November?

For the Democrats to hold on to their majority, all of their incumbents need to be reelected and they need... Read more

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By Peter Pinedo

Where abortion is on the ballot, Catholic bishops issue calls for action

To Denver Archbishop Samuel Aquila as well as many other bishops, it is a matter of getting the word out... Read more

Heavy rains from Hurricane Helene caused record flooding and damage on Sept. 28, 2024, in Asheville, North Carolina.?w=200&h=150

By Jonah McKeown

North Carolina Catholics mobilize with relief as state emerges from Helene’s floodwaters

Catholic agencies in western North Carolina are mobilizing to help with relief efforts amid devastating flooding caused by the remnants... Read more

Catholics gather for the second annual Dominican Rosary Pilgrimage at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington, D.C., on Sept. 28, 2024.?w=200&h=150

By Tyler Arnold

Over 3,000 Catholics celebrate rosary with Dominican order at pilgrimage in Washington, DC

The daylong pilgrimage, organized by the Dominican Friars of the Province of St. Joseph, saw a growth in participation from... Read more

Cardinal Mario Grech and Pope Francis at the conclusion of the Synod on Synodality on Oct. 28, 2023.?w=200&h=150

By Kristina Millare

Synod on Synodality retreat aims for ‘renewed’ Pentecost through Mary and the rosary

Cardinal Mario Grech opened a two-day retreat on Monday for participants of the second session of the Synod on Synodality. Read more

Solemn Mass is celebrated at St. Clement Parish, Ottawa, Canada, which is entrusted to the Priestly Fraternity of St. Peter (FSSP).?w=200&h=150

By Walter Sánchez Silva

Vatican announces apostolic visit to Priestly Fraternity of St. Peter

The Vatican announced it will carry out an apostolic visitation to the Priestly Fraternity of St. Peter, whose priests celebrate... Read more