Articles by Francesca Pollio Fenton
These are Pope Francis’ prayer intentions for 2024
Jan 2, 2024 / 14:50 pmThe monthly prayer intentions express the Holy Father’s concerns for humanity and the mission of the Catholic Church.
This is Pope Francis’ prayer intention for the month of January
Jan 2, 2024 / 13:50 pmPope Francis’ prayer intention for the month of January is for the gift of diversity in the Church.
CNA’s top 10 Catholic stories of 2023
Dec 31, 2023 / 06:00 am2023 was filled with highs and lows for the Catholic community. Here is a list of our top Catholic stories from 2023.
Vulnerable People Project works to bring heat to Afghans facing harsh winter
Dec 27, 2023 / 07:00 amAfghans are facing yet another brutal winter with millions struggling to buy fuel to stay warm. One Catholic organization is working to help.
Christmas video by Lansing Diocese highlights Eucharistic adoration, story of ‘Silent Night’
Dec 24, 2023 / 08:00 amThe creator and producer of the video, Matt Riedl, hopes “to convey truth, beauty, and goodness” in this year’s Christmas message.
During fundraiser, priest makes ‘longest shot ever by a priest on a playground’
Dec 16, 2023 / 08:00 amFather Jarett Konrade in Beloit, Kansas, broke the record while attempting to fundraise for repairs at his parish.
Christmas 2023: Best Catholic gifts for the hard-to-shop-for person this year
Dec 15, 2023 / 08:00 amThis list of unique Catholic gifts is sure to have something for anyone on your list this year.
Why Sweden honors St. Lucy, a beloved Italian saint
Dec 13, 2023 / 04:45 amThe Scandinavian country has a long history of honoring St. Lucy with candle-lit ceremonies, processions, and treats.
Christmas 2023: A Catholic gift guide for the little ones on your shopping list
Dec 9, 2023 / 07:00 amThese seven small Catholic shops offer great Christmas gifts for the children in your life.
Notre Dame Cathedral expected to reopen one year from today
Dec 8, 2023 / 15:00 pmPresident Emmanuel Macron, accompanied by Paris’ Archbishop Laurent Ulrich, visited the newly built spire and pledged the work would be completed on schedule.
Everything you need to know about the Advent wreath
Dec 3, 2023 / 07:00 amAdvent wreaths are traditionally made from evergreen branches and have four candles, which represent the four weeks of Advent.
Advent 2023: 5 Catholic resources to help prepare your heart for the birth of Jesus
Dec 2, 2023 / 08:00 amWith the hustle and bustle of holiday festivities, it’s easy to lose track of what truly makes this time of year so special. These resources will help you prepare.
New Holy Land virtual Advent pilgrimage hopes to fill ‘holy sites with peace’
Dec 2, 2023 / 07:00 amWith the Israel-Hamas war, pilgrims can’t get to many holy sites this Advent and Christmas, so the Magdala Tourist Center is bringing the holy sites to pilgrims.
Indi Gregory remembered as ‘true warrior’ at funeral
Dec 1, 2023 / 11:55 amThe funeral for the 8-month-old baby who lost her life after an end-of-life legal battle was held at Nottingham Cathedral on Friday, Dec. 1.
This is Pope Francis’ prayer intention for the month of December
Dec 1, 2023 / 07:00 amPope Francis’ prayer intention for the month of December is for people with disabilities.
Here are 14 Catholic organizations to support this GivingTuesday
Nov 28, 2023 / 04:00 amFirst created in 2012, GivingTuesday is a day when people everywhere are encouraged to do something good for others.
Catholics can receive a plenary indulgence by praying before a Nativity scene
Nov 25, 2023 / 08:00 amFrom Dec. 8 until Feb. 2, Catholics will be able to receive a plenary indulgence by praying before a Nativity scene in a Franciscan church.
On assassination anniversary, Catholics reflect on JFK’s faith and life
Nov 22, 2023 / 05:00 amJFK’s legacy is a cautionary tale for politicians who profess to be Christians yet often reject practicing the faith in aspects of their personal or public life.
‘Mass of a Lifetime’ reminds elderly ‘their community has not forgotten them’
Nov 19, 2023 / 07:00 amThe special Mass was held in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, at a retirement home, to “intentionally affirm, involve, and inspire” the residents.
EWTN anchor’s Christmas album climbs the charts
Nov 16, 2023 / 12:40 pmPopular TV host Raymond Arroyo says Christmas music is “a touchstone of joy in the midst of chaos, gloom, and darkness.”