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Diocese of Rome cancels all public Masses, announces day of fasting and prayer
The Diocese of Rome has canceled all public Masses until April 3 in response to the coronavirus outbreak. The announcement... Read more
Pope Francis: Be strong in faith amid coronavirus trial
In a video streamed live to St. Peter’s Square, Pope Francis prayed for those suffering from the "coronavirus epidemic" and... Read more
Why a new consecration to St. Joseph is spreading like wildfire
One of the most prominent people in the life of Jesus Christ, St. Joseph, his foster father, is also one... Read more
What Catholic clergy and laity have in common: a Gospel mission
Catholic clergy and laity have a shared responsibility to proclaim the Gospel, speakers at a conference sponsored by the University... Read more
New president of German bishops says he is following the 'big footsteps' of Cardinal Marx
The new president of the German bishops’ conference has emphasized his support for the ongoing synodal process of German bishops... Read more
Pope accepts resignation of Cardinal Barbarin as Archbishop of Lyon
The Vatican announced Friday that Pope Francis has accepted the resignation of Cardinal Philippe Barbarin as archbishop of Lyon after... Read more
Vatican City confirms first case of coronavirus
Vatican City has confirmed its first case of coronavirus, a Vatican spokesman said Friday. Read more
‘Heart of hospitality’ best way for Catholic parishes to serve the disabled
How can parishes be welcoming to people with disabilities, and form them in the Catholic faith? Read more
Theologians say there is ‘doubt’ of sacramentality in marriages between ‘baptized non-believers’
The International Theological Commission this week published a study into the question of whether two “baptized non-believers” can contract sacramental... Read more
March for Martyrs aims to raise awareness of persecuted Christians
This May, For the Martyrs will host the first March for the Martyrs on May 9 in Long Beach, California. Read more
Savannah, GA's Bishop Gregory Hartmayer to lead Atlanta archdiocese
Pope Francis Thursday appointed Bishop Gregory Hartmayer of Savannah to be the next archbishop of Atlanta, Georgia. Read more
Japanese dioceses suspend Masses amid coronavirus epidemic
Several Japanese dioceses have suspended Masses for several weeks due to the ongoing coronavirus scare across the country. Read more
He won’t win. So why is Brian Carroll running for president?
Brian Carroll, an evangelical Christian, is the presidential nominee of the American Solidarity Party, a small but growing group based... Read more
Pontifical universities close as coronavirus deaths in Italy surpass 100
Rome’s pontifical universities will temporarily shut down tomorrow, after Italy’s death toll from Covid-19 surpassed 100 people March 4. Read more
Editor’s note: Journalist Luke Coppen to join Catholic News Agency
Earlier this week, veteran British journalist Luke Coppen accepted a position as CNA’s Europe Editor. Read more
'Freed because of Jesus'- Asia Bibi shares her story
Asia Bibi is a Pakistani Catholic woman who was sentenced to death in 2010 for blasphemy against Islam. After more... Read more
Louisiana abortion clinic rule heads to US Supreme Court
A Louisiana abortion clinic regulation sponsored by a pro-life Democrat could have a major impact on precedent regarding legal abortion,... Read more
Nigerian priest kidnapped after Sunday Mass has been released
A Nigerian priest who was kidnapped after offering Sunday Mass March 1 has been freed, his diocese has reported. Read more
Spanish-born missionary priest named auxiliary bishop of Rockville Centre
Pope Francis Tuesday appointed Spanish-born Idente Missionary Fr. Luis Miguel Romero to be an auxiliary bishop of the Diocese of... Read more
Pope Francis has a 'common cold,' Vatican says, amid Italy's coronavirus outbreak
Pope Francis was reportedly tested for the novel coronavirus, Covid-19, with negative results, an Italian newspaper said Tuesday. Read more
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