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Then-Prince Charles greets archbishop of Westminster and president of the Catholic Bishops' Conference of England and Wales Cardinal Vincent Gerard Nichols during a reception for the Cardinal Newman Canonization at Pontifical Urban College on Oct. 13, 2019, at the Vatican.

English cardinal offers prayers for King Charles III after cancer diagnosis

Feb 5, 2024

By Jonah McKeown

King Charles, 75, underwent treatment recently for an enlarged prostate and an unspecified cancer was discovered during that treatment. Read more

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Canada replaces crosses in new Royal Crown with maple leaves and snowflakes

May 9, 2023

By Kevin J. Jones

The new redesign intended to emphasize the “Canadian identity of the monarchy” was recommended by Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. Read more

The Imperial State Crown, Sceptre, and wreath of symbolic flowers adorn the coffin of Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II on the gun carriage for the funeral procession, Sept. 19, 2022.

A guide to the Christian — and Catholic — symbolism in King Charles III’s coronation

May 5, 2023

By Jonah McKeown

As the new monarch of England is crowned, the ceremony’s many symbols and traditions are rooted in history. Read more

Arundel Castle in Sussex has been the seat of the Duke of Norfolk's ancestors for 850 years.

For centuries this Catholic family has orchestrated Britain’s most Anglican royal events

May 4, 2023

By Lucien de Guise

The 18th Duke of Norfolk, current Earl Marshal Edward Fitzalan-Howard, continues his family’s important role in royal spectacles. Read more

Pope Francis greets His Royal Highness Prince Charles of Wales at the canonization of St. John Henry Newman at the Vatican on Oct. 13, 2019.

Vatican to send representative of Pope Francis to British coronation

May 4, 2023

By Hannah Brockhaus

Cardinal Pietro Parolin will join other high-ranking guests at the ceremony, including world leaders, representatives of European monarchies, and royal... Read more

Cardinal Vincent Nichols celebrates a Pontifical Votive Mass of the Blessed Sacrament at Corpus Christi Church, Maiden Lane, London, Sept. 11, 2021.

Catholic prelate to participate in British coronation for first time since Reformation

May 3, 2023

By Madeleine Teahan

Along with other Christian leaders, Cardinal Vincent Nichols, Catholic archbishop of Westminster, will bestow a special blessing on King Charles... Read more

The precious relics from the True Cross have been inlaid into the “Cross of Wales,” which will head Charles’ procession into Westminster Abbey, where he will be officially crowned.

Pope Francis gave a relic of the true cross to King Charles for his coronation

Apr 19, 2023

By Peter Pinedo

Two pieces of the true cross on which Jesus was crucified will lead the reigning monarch of the United Kingdom’s... Read more

Bishops of England, Scotland, and Wales line up to kiss Pope Benedict XVI's ring at Oscott College in Birmingham, central England, on Sept. 19, 2010, where he later addressed bishops.

Benedict XVI is mourned in the United Kingdom

Dec 31, 2022

By Madeleine Teahan

The leader of the Catholic Church in England and Wales, King Charles, and the Prime Minister of Great Britain were... Read more

King Charles III walks alongside the coffin carrying Queen Elizabeth II with the Imperial State Crown resting on top as it departs Westminster Abbey during the State Funeral of Queen Elizabeth II on Sept. 19, 2022, in London. Elizabeth II died at Balmoral Castle in Scotland on Sept. 8, 2022, and is succeeded by her eldest son, King Charles III.

Catholic prayers for Queen Elizabeth II — and the new king

Sep 19, 2022

While millions bid final farewell to Queen Elizabeth II today, the Catholic bishops of England and Wales have commented on... Read more