Articles by Francesca Pollio Fenton
Baby Indi Gregory’s father says he chose baptism for her after feeling ‘dragged to hell’
Nov 13, 2023 / 15:15 pmDespite not being religious, Dean Gregory says fighting for his daughter’s life in court moved him and his wife to baptize their daughter.
How a tragic loss led a successful businessman to the priesthood
Nov 9, 2023 / 10:00 amAfter losing his wife of 40 years, Father Peter Adamski pursued a calling to the priesthood that he had experienced as a boy.
Knights of Columbus donate millionth coat through ‘Coats for Kids’ program
Nov 7, 2023 / 14:35 pmThe Knights of Columbus reached a major milestone this month when they donated their one millionth coat through their Coats for Kids program on Nov. 6.
Special education program focuses on ‘inclusive, student-centered, Catholic education’
Nov 4, 2023 / 06:00 amThe Options Program is a special education program in all four high schools in the Diocese of Arlington that serves students diagnosed with intellectual or developmental disabilities.
‘The Chosen’ Christmas special is a ‘beautiful experience,’ show’s creator says
Nov 1, 2023 / 15:06 pmOn Nov. 1 the hit Christian series “The Chosen” released the trailer to its upcoming Christmas special, one that will be shown only in theaters Dec. 12–17.
This is Pope Francis’ prayer intention for the month of November
Oct 31, 2023 / 16:00 pm“Your prayer gives me strength and helps me to discern and to accompany the Church, listening to the Holy Spirit,” Pope Francis said Oct. 31.
Twins baptized by twins: Babies welcomed into the Church by priest, deacon twin brothers
Oct 28, 2023 / 07:00 amTwins Gianna and Andrew Renwick were baptized by Father Ben Daghir and Deacon Luke Daghir, clergy from the Diocese of Erie who happen to be twin brothers.
7 ways to participate in day of prayer and fasting called for by Pope Francis
Oct 26, 2023 / 07:00 amAmid the ongoing Israel-Hamas war in the Holy Land, Pope Francis has called for a day of prayer and fasting on Oct. 27. Here’s how to participate.
Catholics around the world join in prayer for peace in the Holy Land
Oct 19, 2023 / 14:30 pmMany Catholics worldwide participated in an international day of prayer and fasting Oct. 17, called for by the Church in the Holy Land.
Franciscan University offers safe haven for Jewish students experiencing antisemitism
Oct 18, 2023 / 19:07 pmThe Steubenville, Ohio-based university has announced an initiative to expedite the transfer process for Jewish students in danger of antisemitic discrimination.
‘The Chosen’ announces Season 4 theatrical release, new trailer
Oct 16, 2023 / 17:22 pmFor the first time, the full season of the hit Christian series will be shown exclusively in theaters before its release on streaming services.
Catholic ministry aims to ‘walk alongside’ those experiencing miscarriage, child loss
Oct 15, 2023 / 09:46 amA ministry called Behold Your Child aims to accompany parents and families who have experienced miscarriage, stillbirth, prenatal diagnosis, or infant loss.
U.S. bishops launch mental health campaign with special novena, discussions
Oct 10, 2023 / 03:00 amThe National Catholic Mental Health Campaign will begin Oct. 10, World Mental Health Day, with a Novena for Mental Health, virtual discussions, and more.
This is Pope Francis’ prayer intention for the month of October
Oct 9, 2023 / 12:25 pmPope Francis’ prayer intention for the month of October is for the Synod.
Assisi celebrates St. Francis’ feast day on 800th anniversary of two significant works
Oct 4, 2023 / 17:06 pmCrowds gathered in the beloved saint’s hometown to celebrate his life, his rule, and the Nativity scene in Greccio.
New film ‘Mother Teresa and Me’ portrays the ‘human being behind the saint’
Oct 3, 2023 / 11:30 amFor one night only on Oct. 5, the movie will be released by Fathom Events in 800 theaters across the United States.
Meet Julia Oseka: The 22-year-old U.S. voting delegate at the Synod on Synodality
Oct 1, 2023 / 08:00 amThe junior at St. Joseph’s University in Philadelphia, who is majoring in physics and theology, said her participation is “very humbling.”
Catholic gym trains members to become ‘warriors against the evil one’
Sep 29, 2023 / 08:00 amSt. Michael Barbell Club in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, strives to equip its members with not only physical strength but spiritual strength as well.
New Catholic clinic in Detroit to provide women, families with care for the ‘whole person’
Sep 26, 2023 / 09:00 amClinic director Dr. Lisa Knysz says “the healing love of Christ” will be “wrapped around any individual that walks in” to the Heart of Christ Medical Clinic.
Maternity leave policies: How Catholic dioceses and organizations rank
Sep 19, 2023 / 15:00 pmCatholic dioceses across the U.S. were surveyed last year about their parental leave policies, showing that very few provide comprehensive maternity leave.