Articles by Francesca Pollio Fenton
Historic St. Mark’s Basilica in Venice, Italy, will host Pope Francis this weekend
Apr 25, 2024 / 04:00 amPope Francis will celebrate Mass in St. Mark’s Square this Sunday in Venice and then privately venerate the relics of St. Mark the Evangelist inside the basilica.
5 Catholic ways to celebrate Earth Day
Apr 22, 2024 / 04:00 amThe Catholic Church has a long tradition of calling for proper stewardship of the earth.
New film ‘Unsung Hero’ emphasizes the ‘power of family’
Apr 20, 2024 / 07:00 amThe film, which will be released in theaters on April 26, depicts the true story of the Smallbone family, two of whom are members of the band For King and Country.
Caitlin Clark’s former coach says she ‘tries to maximize her God-given talents’
Apr 17, 2024 / 15:00 pmCaitlin Clark was selected as the No. 1 draft pick by the Indiana Fever in the 2024 Women’s National Basketball Association draft on April 15.
Ferrero Rocher: The chocolate inspired by Our Lady of Lourdes
Apr 16, 2024 / 07:00 am“The success of Ferrero we owe to Our Lady of Lourdes; without her we can do little,” said Michele Ferrero, the company’s founder.
‘Irena’s Vow’: The true story of a Polish Catholic nurse who hid Jews during the Holocaust
Apr 12, 2024 / 16:00 pmThe film, debuting in U.S. theaters across the country April 15-16, depicts the true story of Irena Gut Opdyke, who risked her own life to hide Jews.
New film about writer Flannery O’Connor shows ‘God can deliver his grace in any way’
Apr 12, 2024 / 06:00 amThe film depicts the life of Southern Gothic writer Flannery O’Connor and will be released in theaters on May 3.
Catholics who participate in Eucharistic Pilgrimage, Congress can receive plenary indulgences
Apr 10, 2024 / 18:00 pmThe U.S. bishops have announced that Catholics who participate in the National Eucharistic Pilgrimage and Eucharistic Congress can receive plenary indulgences.
Jessica Hanna, Catholic mother who chose life amid cancer battle, dies
Apr 8, 2024 / 14:15 pm“Be sure to remember — with every Good Friday comes an Easter Sunday,” the mother of four pointed out. “With death comes resurrection — Christ made it so.”
New film tells inspiring story of young priest who left a lasting impact
Apr 6, 2024 / 08:00 am“Love God’s Will” tells the inspiring story of Father Ryan Stawaisz, a young priest from Texas who touched the hearts of many and embraced God’s will.
Oldest man in the world dead at 114; prayed the rosary twice daily
Apr 4, 2024 / 11:30 amJuan Vicente Pérez Mora was awarded the oldest man in the world distinction by Guinness World Records on Feb. 4, 2022, when he was 112 years and 253 days old.
Eucharistic Revival launches video series to help people ‘enter into the mysteries at Mass’
Apr 3, 2024 / 18:00 pmEach week, viewers will hear from a bishop about what is truly happening during different parts of the Mass.
This is Pope Francis’ prayer intention for the month of April
Apr 2, 2024 / 12:40 pmPope Francis’ prayer intention for the month of April is that the dignity and worth of women be recognized throughout the world.
Singing this song on Holy Thursday can purify your soul
Mar 28, 2024 / 07:00 amThe “Tantum Ergo” is the last two verses of a Latin hymn written by St. Thomas Aquinas.
Illinois diocese creates Boy Scouts patch honoring Venerable Father Augustine Tolton
Mar 26, 2024 / 07:00 amThe Catholic Committee on Scouting in the Diocese of Springfield announced the Venerable Father Augustine Tolton Activity Patch.
New film ‘Jesus Thirsts’ shows transformative power of the Eucharist
Mar 25, 2024 / 07:00 am“Jesus Thirsts: The Miracle of the Eucharist” will take viewers on a journey to rediscover and revive the importance of the Eucharist.
The most popular questions about Palm Sunday — and their answers
Mar 24, 2024 / 04:00 amHere is a list of the most popular questions about Palm Sunday and their answers.
St. Mary’s Gaels men’s basketball team makes history, heads to NCAA tournament
Mar 21, 2024 / 12:30 pmThe St. Mary’s Gaels men’s basketball team made history this season by winning the West Coast Conference regular season and tournament titles on March 12.
There is still time to receive a plenary indulgence during Lent
Mar 20, 2024 / 07:00 amDid you know that there are four ways you can gain a plenary indulgence during Lent?
5 shrines dedicated to St. Joseph in North America
Mar 19, 2024 / 05:00 amIn honor of the patron of the Universal Church, here are five shrines dedicated to St. Joseph in North America that pilgrims visit throughout the year.