Heroes
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Catholic pilgrim goes viral as ‘backpack hero’ after stopping mass stabbing in France
The 24-year-old was praised for protecting children and likely preventing the injury or even death of many more. Read more
10 heroic Catholic stories from 2021
The Catholic Church has many heroic individuals, and CNA was fortunate to cover some of their stories this past year.... Read more
The brutal, powerful 9/11 stories of Catholic priests
On the clear, sunny morning of Sept. 11, 2011, Fr. Kevin Madigan heard an explosion overhead. Read more
Heroic Korean War priest remembered by prison-mate
A fellow prisoner of war has fondly recalled the heroism of Father Emil Kapaun, a U.S. Army chaplain who died... Read more
Catholic faith moves man to forgiveness after murder of wife and daughter
Arturo Martinez-Sanchez says he had no choice but to forgive the man suspected of sexually assaulting and killing his wife... Read more
'Mom of the Year' nominee refused abortion despite cancer battle
The women who were nominated for Walmart’s Canadian “Mom of the Year” contest have many outstanding qualities, but few can... Read more
Tribute concert held for Catholic who saved Jewish children
A concert was held July 5 at the Melbourne Recital Centre to remember Irena Sendler, the Polish Catholic who saved... Read more
