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What happened to St. Maximilian Kolbe’s beard? The answer may surprise you
The last image taken of the saint before his final arrest was notable for what it didn’t show — his... Read more
‘For us, it’s like a miracle’: Catholic church appears to survive devastating Maui fire
The death toll from the disaster, which stood at 93 on Aug. 13, is expected to rise as search crews... Read more
‘An open wound’: Pope Francis decries thousands of deaths in Mediterranean Sea this year
The U.N. Refugee Agency estimates that 2,175 people have died or gone missing in the Mediterranean Sea in 2023. Read more
Peru congressman: Abortion lobby using pregnant rape victim to try to legalize abortion
“What I see is the utilization of this case by the abortion lobby,” said Peru Congressman Alejandro Muñante. Read more
Pope Francis: Jesus conquers ‘death, sin, the devil’
“The powers of evil that frighten us, that we cannot master, immediately take on smaller proportions with Jesus,” the pope... Read more
California community of Norbertine priests establish new priory, institute in Illinois
The new priory and institute “represent the fruition of an almost 20-year vision for the growing Norbertine community.” Read more
Pope Francis condemns assassination of Ecuadorian presidential candidate
The presidential candidate had been an outspoken critic of the violence caused by drug trafficking. Read more
Some U.S. seminaries report surge in enrollments even as nationwide numbers remain flat
What’s driving localized spikes in seminarian enrollment, and can it be replicated elsewhere? Read more
The challenges facing South Korea in organizing the next World Youth Day
One priest says that being designated the site of the next WYD is an opportunity “to spread faith in Christ”... Read more
U.S. lawmakers send letter in support of Finns on trial for citing Bible
Member of Finnish Parliament Päivi Räsänen and Lutheran Bishop Juhana Pohjola are facing a retrial for allegations of “hate speech.” Read more
Priest pleads guilty to federal child sex exploitation charges
Jamie Adolfo Gonzalez-Farias entered a guilty plea on charges of transportation of a minor with intent to engage in criminal... Read more
Slain Bishop David O’Connell’s replacement named to serve Los Angeles Archdiocese
Bishop-elect Brian Nunes said he could never “replace” O’Connell but wants to do everything possible to bring Christ to the... Read more
Israeli president condemns violence against Christians
Israeli President Isaac Herzog visited the Stella Maris Monastery in Haifa following attacks by Jewish extremists against the site. Read more
Is Nicaragua’s Bishop Álvarez still alive? A U.S. congressman demands proof
“I call on President Ortega to provide proof to the international community that Bishop Álvarez is still alive,” said Rep.... Read more
Trust in divine providence: Poor Clare nun follows St. Clare of Assisi’s example
Mother Marie André Campbell, a Poor Clare of Perpetual Adoration at the Our Lady of Solitude Monastery in Tonopah, Arizona,... Read more
Pope Francis offers condolences after 55 die in Hawaii wildfires
The pope sent a condolence telegram on Friday expressing his sadness and solidarity with all who are suffering due to... Read more
Pope Francis appoints EWTN’s Colin Donovan to Marian pontifical academy
The appointment honors Donovan for his contributions to the field of Mariology and his commitment to spreading devotion to Mary. Read more
Bishops of Brazil encourage prayers to prevent liberalization of abortion
A lawsuit calling for the decriminalization of abortion in the country is now before the Federal Supreme Court and could... Read more
Doctors’ group urges American Academy of Pediatricians to rethink minor transgender treatments
The American College of Pediatricians said it was “disappointed that the AAP has reaffirmed its support for transgender interventions on... Read more
Philadelphia Archdiocese settles for $3.5 million in sex abuse lawsuit for deceased priest
The lawsuit alleged that Monsignor John Close sexually assaulted a 14-year-old boy in 2006 when he took classes at a... Read more
