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Socialism is ‘an enemy of the cross,’ Spanish bishop says
Bishop José Ignacio Munilla of Orihuela-Alicante, Spain, said at a conference that “we will only get out of this crisis... Read more
What is the Jerusalem Cross?
The Jerusalem Cross is one of the most immediately distinguishable Christian symbols anywhere. Read more
America’s pro-life movement readies 2025 federal- and state-level policy efforts
Many pro-life advocates’ plans look toward regulating the abortion drug mifepristone, which is used in chemical abortions. Read more
Pope Francis’ claim that Israel action in Gaza could be ‘genocide’ draws criticism
Pope Francis’ call for an investigation into claims that a genocide may be happening in Gaza has garnered some criticism. Read more
3 things to know about the 2 papal basilicas dedicated to St. Peter and St. Paul in Rome
Here are three things to know about the historical, architectural, and spiritual significance of the Basilicas of Sts. Peter and... Read more
Brendan Carr, CUA Law graduate, tapped to lead Federal Communications Commission
A graduate of Georgetown University and The Catholic University of America’s Columbus School of Law, Brendan Carr has enjoyed bipartisan... Read more
Arizona Catholic parish fire being investigated as arson
An early-morning fire on Oct. 18 damaged St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church in Casa Grande, Arizona. Read more
Vatican approves liturgical adaptations for Indigenous communities in Mexico
According to Cardinal Felipe Arizmendi Esquivel, this decision transforms certain Indigenous expressions into “liturgy of the Church.” Read more
Nigerian Catholic religious sister wins $1.2 million Opus Prize
Sister Francisca Ngozi Uti, the founder and executive director of the Centre for Women Studies and Intervention in Abuja, Nigeria,... Read more
Missouri abortion amendment: Close vote sparks hope, Catholic leader says
Repeal of Missouri’s abortion amendment remains a possibility, the head of the state’s Catholic conference says. Read more
UPDATE: Trump picks several Catholics for Cabinet: Kennedy, Rubio, Stefanik, Ratcliffe, Duffy
The 45th and soon-to-be 47th president made more than a dozen announcements within 10 days of his electoral victory over... Read more
St. Rose Philippine Duchesne: Great missionary of the Midwest
The Potawatomi gave St. Rose Philippine Duchesne the name “Quah-kah-ka-num-ad,” which means “woman who is always praying.” Read more
Pope Francis: The poor ‘continue to wait’ for the Church, governments to take action
During his homily and Angelus address, the Holy Father repeated his plea for Catholics to show their closeness to the... Read more
‘With God, everything; without God, nothing’: principles of a Catholic family business
Luz Maribel Jiménez shares her family’s guiding principles to inspire entrepreneurs who aspire to lead a business with values and... Read more
Cardinal Arinze cautions priests against lengthy homilies
“A homily well prepared should last around 10 minutes. A university lecture of 45 minutes is for a different setting,”... Read more
New president of Scottish bishops’ conference joins ‘railway mission’
Bishop John Keenan, the new leader of the Church in Scotland as of Nov. 4, recently participated in the mission... Read more
Honoring the ‘saints next door’: Pope Francis calls for annual celebration of local holy men and women
In a letter released by the Vatican, the pope designated Nov. 9 as a day to honor these figures of... Read more
11 things to know about Martin Scorsese’s ‘The Saints’
Here are 11 things Catholics should know about the new docudrama series from Martin Scorsese called “The Saints,” premiering Nov.... Read more
Pope Francis: Young people can be ‘artisans of hope’ amid mental health challenges
“The challenges are many: the dignity of work, family, education, civic engagement, care for creation, and new technologies,” Pope Francis... Read more
ATF urges churches to adopt ‘enhanced security measures’ amid arson incidents
The ATF said it “urges all religious institutions to take enhanced security measures to protect their congregations and facilities” after... Read more
