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How the Eucharist entered the heart of a 13th-century saint and inspired a Sister of Life
‘It was not so much that I discovered St. Juliana, as that she found me,’ says Sister Juliana Faustina. Read more
Nigeria church massacre: At funeral, bishop urges Christians to 'refuse to be crushed by the tragedy'
“In these coffins, a part of Nigeria lies dead, too," Bishop Emmanuel Badejo said. Read more
FBI investigating attacks on Catholic churches, pro-life pregnancy centers
The FBI said it "takes all threats seriously" and "will remain vigilant to protect our communities.” Read more
Nigeria church massacre: State Dept. official meets local bishop
The meeting took place following a request by Rep. Chris Smith of New Jersey. Read more
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After 'hookup' scandal and 'extended leave,' Msgr. Burrill resumes ministry
Bishop William Callahan of La Crosse, Wisconsin, has appointed Burrill to serve in a local parish. Read more
Pope Francis: Candidates for the priesthood must be well scrutinized
The pope was speaking to seminary formators from the Milan archdiocese. Read more
Pope Francis: Jesus and the Buddha understood need to overcome egoism
The pope was speaking to a Buddhist delegation from Thailand. Read more
Bishop revokes Catholic status of Jesuit school flying LGBT, Black Lives Matter flags
Bishop Robert McManus said flying the flags in front of a Catholic school "sends a mixed, confusing and scandalous message"... Read more
99-year-old Carmelite nun credits her family and Mary for her long, happy vocation
Agustina Medina Muñoz has been a Discalced Carmelite cloistered nun in Chile for almost 80 years. Read more
Texas school shooting: Friend recalls faith of slain teacher and her heartbroken husband
Irma and José Gómez were "always willing to help others." Read more
Myanmar troops set fire to Catholic church, rebel group says
Soldiers of the military junta that controls Myanmar have frequently attacked Catholic churches and other civilian targets. Read more
Pelosi silent on pro-abortion attacks: ‘I’m very Catholic and I support abortion’
Pelosi was asked to respond to Republican claims that Democrats aren't condemning violence targeting pro-life clinics. Read more
Pope Francis accepts Belgian bishop’s request not to be made a cardinal
Bishop Lucas Van Looy was due to receive the red hat on Aug. 27. Read more
Padre Pio was canonized on this day 20 years ago
An anniversary Mass was celebrated at San Giovanni Rotondo. Read more
What is the World Meeting of Families 2022? A CNA Explainer
The international gathering will be held in Rome on June 22-26. Read more
Want to organize a eucharistic procession? Here are tips from the Knights of Columbus
The Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ (Corpus Christi) is Sunday, June 19. Read more
UK government sanctions head of Russian Orthodox Church
The Foreign Office said that Patriarch Kirill was being ‘sanctioned for his support and endorsement of Putin’s war.’ Read more
US Catholics gave $13 million to Peter’s Pence collection in 2021
US Catholics were the largest contributors to the annual collection. Read more
TRACKER: Where are Christians in Nigeria being killed?
More Christians are killed for their faith in Nigeria than in any other country worldwide — at least 4,650 in... Read more
White House condemns pro-abortion violence after new Jane’s Revenge threats
It remains an open question if Jane's Revenge is an organized group, or merely a call for copycat attacks. Read more
