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THE COMMUNIST REGIME IN ALBANIA HAS TRIED TO ELIMINATE RELIGION COMPLETELY. Decades later, the country…
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Why do Anglican bishops become Catholics? | National Catholic Registry
LONDON — Six months ago, Jonathan Goodall left his ministry as Anglican Bishop of Ebbsfleet,…
Cardinal Pell calls for Vatican reprimand for sexual remarks by cardinal and bishop
ROME (AP) — Cardinal George Pell has called on the Vatican’s office of doctrine to…
Ukrainian bishops hail Pope’s consecration of Russia to Mary
Several Ukrainian bishops welcome Pope Francis’ decision to consecrate Russia and Ukraine to the Immaculate…
Cardinal calls for Vatican rebuke over sexuality remarks
ROME — Cardinal George Pell has asked the Vatican’s office of doctrine to intervene and…
Pope Francis must resign | The Spectator Australia
Jorge Bergoglio was elected pope for the ostensible reasons of stemming the flow of worshipers…
Are Catholics the only Christians to use crucifixes?
Question: At a recent meeting, my men’s club discussed why Catholics are the only religion…
Sight Magazine – The Vatican protests against the expulsion of its ambassador to Nicaragua
March 13, 2022 Philippe Pullella Vatican CityReuters The Vatican on Saturday protested to Nicaragua against…
Korean Catholics pray for peace and send aid to Ukraine
South Korea Seoul Archdiocese to send $50,000 to Church in Ukraine through Vatican Archbishop Peter…
German “synodal way” worries us – Catholic World Report
Cardinal Anders Arborelius of Stockholm is pictured after a consistory at the Vatican in this…
Ukraine, Russia and the Orthodox Church – Part 1
As the Russian invasion of Ukraine continues, an unknown dynamic of the crisis is deeply…
The traditionalist model does not hold
I don’t usually post around midnight just to share a four-year-old article I found, but…
Probing the Effective Signs of Divine Grace and Life – Catholic World Report
(Picture: pixabay.com) Let us recall that the original purpose of the Season of Lent was…
Science Can Be God-Made ‘Fun Riddles’ & Religious Experience – BC Catholic
Geoffrey Woollard understands the perceived conflict between science and religious faith. The Vancouver president of…
TAC and APA Sign Full Sacramental Communion Agreement
FULL COMMUNION AGREEMENT (COMMUNIO IN SACRIS) INCLUDED BETWEEN THE ANGLICAN PROVINCE OF AMERICA AND THE…
Ash Wednesday 2022, “an inner battle of the heart”
‘Lent is a time of spiritual activism,’ papal nuncio Archbishop Charles Brown says on Ash…
Glasgow’s new Archbishop shuns grand mansion for small parish house
As the new leader of Scotland’s largest Catholic community, he could easily enjoy life in…
You Can Trust The Gospels – The Torch
Recently, I read and listened to material on the truthfulness of the gospels. Since the…
Next year in Kyiv?
(RNS) — While the secular media tries to guess Vladimir Putin’s motives in Ukraine, one…
Saints and Blesseds of Ukraine
After a shocking wave of Russian military strikes across Ukraine on Thursday – attacks that…
Church recalls legacy with centennial celebrations | South Florida News
The African Orthodox Church (AOC), a religious movement born in response to racism in the…
My foreword to Mark Galli’s new book, With All the Saints: My Journey to the Roman Catholic Church
I am delighted to announce that Mark Galli’s new book, With All Saints: My Journey…
Are the changes made by Pope Francis to canon law a real decentralization?
Are the changes made by Pope Francis to canon law a real decentralization?. St. Peter’s…
The Pope unpacks the old Holy Office. And Ladaria…
With the apostolic letter Faithful to serve, Francis divides the Congregation for the Doctrine of…
Pope Francis calls 2025 the “Holy Year of Hope”
ROME – Pope Francis announced in a letter on Friday that hope will be the…
Your Thoughts on Milwaukee’s Transgender Policy
The Archdiocese of Milwaukee recently released a new policy aimed at people who do not…
A liturgical unit | University news
The lectern and tabernacle overlook the Church of the Incarnation, a common place of worship…
Retired pope asks for forgiveness for handling abuse cases
ROME — Responding to a report that he mishandled four child sexual abuse cases when…
This UNESCO-listed city in Turkey is considered an open-air museum
Mardin is a magnificent ancient city in southeastern Turkey. It is located in the northern…
Married priests: not a new idea
Cardinal Jean-Claude Hollerich SJ, Archbishop of Luxembourg, greets Pope Francis at the opening of the…
The former prelate of Paris in post at the Congregation for Bishops
Archbishop Emeritus Aupetit says Pope Francis has expressed his confidence in keeping him in this…
Does Francis lay the foundations for women to become recognized priests? | faith matters
Pope Francis has done more to reform the Roman Catholic Church for a new era…
Lioi: Sunday, Weekly Easter | Lifestyles
Reverend Frank Lioi special for the citizen Christian denominations that follow a liturgical calendar have…
Look to St. Joseph during the COVID-19 pandemic | National Catholic Register
The Holy Father expressed his closeness – and that of the Catholic Church – to…
Former Pittston minister of sacraments elevated to Catholic bishop
SCRANTON — When Scranton native Jeffrey Walsh graduated from the University of Scranton in health…
WORLD MARRIAGE DAY – February 12, 2023
History of World Marriage DayWorld Marriage Day is an offshoot of Worldwide Marriage Encounter, an…
Mexican historian warns of ‘ideologizing Pope Francis’
[Editor’s Note: This is the fifth in a series of articles by Inés San Martín…
Eritrean Priest to Visit Faithful in His Homeland Across North America
LOS ANGELES — An Eritrean priest serving Catholics in his native country who lives in…
Christians are picking up the pieces in war-torn Syria – Eurasia Review
By Ben Joseph (UCA News) – Christians in Syria have endured an 11-year war made…
Archbishop Roche: Most Bishops Understand the Need for Pope Francis’ Latin Mass Restrictions
VATICAN CITY (CNS) – England’s Archbishop Arthur Roche is a key figure in what are…
Trinity offers the solution to our polarized times
I recently wrote about the different models that Pope Francis offers to call us to…
Copyright and the Catechism of the Catholic Church hold some legal surprises | National Catholic Register
The Catechism of the Catholic Church was published in 1992 after years of development. He…
Saint Irenaeus will be declared a Doctor of the Church| National Catholic Register
In an address to a group of Catholic and Orthodox theologians last October, Pope Francis…
Bishop says Amazon synod has done little to resolve sacramental crisis in region
ROSARIO, Argentina — Bishop Eugenio Coter, an Italian missionary in the Amazon region of Bolivia…
Pope Francis sends first aid for the relief of Odette
Pope Francis waves as he leaves after the weekly general audience in the Paul VI…
Synod of Bishops Resources Links to Women’s Ordination Group | National Catholic Register
The Women’s Ordination Conference, founded in 1975, describes itself as “the oldest and largest organization…
Mulakkal Verdict Makes Nuns More Vulnerable to Clergy Sexual Abuse
Bishop Franco Mulakkal is seen outside a crime bureau in Cochin, India, September 19, 2018.…
Pope Francis Appoints Apostolic Visitor for Eritrean Catholics in the United States and Canada | National Catholic Registry
The Eritrean Catholic Church is one of 23 Eastern Catholic Churches in full communion with…
Opposing views on Pride flag to be heard by Catholic administrators on Tuesday « Burlington Gazette
By Pepper Parr January 16, 2022 BURLINGTON, ON The debate over flying the Pride flag…
From the readers – January 13, 2022
Heart of the controversy? The cultural barriers and historically racist practices of the institutional church…
Church calls for peace in Kazakhstan
CSTO Armenian peacekeepers at the Aksai bakery. Kazakhstan has been embroiled in unrest following protests…
Judge calls on Indian priest to stand trial for alleged hate speech
The highest court in the state of Tamil Nadu in southern India has ordered a…
Pope Francis baptizes babies in the Sistine Chapel for the first time since COVID-19 declared a pandemic | National Catholic Register
The Pope baptized 16 babies during the feast of the Baptism of the Lord. He…
Pope Francis baptizes babies in the Sistine Chapel for the first time since COVID-19 declared a pandemic
Pope Francis baptized babies in the Sistine Chapel on Sunday for the first time since…
Is Pope Francis’ Synod on Synodality doomed to disappoint – or will it renew the Church?
Pope Francis has started a multi-year process for the whole Church, what he called “a…
The prerogative of Jesus: on women priests
The Catholic Church is not against women priests. The Church is not for male priests.…
Confirming Paul’s apostolate: infallible proof of the Church
– and the biblical refutation # 185 of sola Scriptura – Protestants tell us that…
Homework after Christmas – UCA News
With Christmas liturgies, decorations, celebrations, Christmas carols, gifts, meals, and crumpled gift wrap on top…
Pope representative calls on Mexican Church leaders to listen to victims of abuse
ROSARIO, Argentina – Hours before boarding the plane to his new post, the Pope’s representative…
‘Devastating’ decline in religious practice among young Poles, says Catholic primate
There has been a “devastating” decline in religious practice among young people in Poland, says…
Christmas / New Years Parties: Worship centers, revelers avoid FG’s COVID-19 order
CROSS THE RIVER The worship service at the Mount Zion Life Full Gospel Church located…
In 2021, it became evident that the American bishops and the Pope are singing different hymns
The life of the Catholic Church in this country in 2021 has been characterized by…
Which countries will Pope Francis visit in 2022?
The Holy Father has resumed his travels this year … but where will he go…
The curtain falls on 2021
Sunday mail Veronique gwaze Since 2019, the world has been grappling with the coronavirus, which…
Keeping Christmas trees up until Epiphany is part of seasonal tradition – The Vicksburg Post
Traditional Christmas Day photographs show a family seated around a Christmas tree decorated with heirloom…
Pope Francis calls for humility of Church leaders
At the annual reception of the Roman Curia, the Pope warns against clericalism and worldliness.”We…
Confession in the Early Church: Fact or Fiction?
The Church has always taught the need for the baptized to confess their sins. The…
“The liturgical possibilities are in place” | Catholic National Register
VATICAN CITY – Promotion of the traditional liturgy has been “reduced but does not characterize…
Visit of the Chaldean bishop, presides over mass
Bishop Emanuel Shaleta Ed Langlois, From the Catholic Sentinel 12/22/2021 11:41 On Boxing Day, the…
Ignatius of Antioch (dc 117) against Sola Scriptura
Protestant apologists, in addressing the subject of sola Scriptura and whether the Fathers of the…
Vatican addresses traditional Latin Mass issues
VATICAN CITY – In response to 11 questions allegedly raised about Pope Francis’ document restricting…
Here is what you need to know | Catholic National Register
Pope Francis’ new measures mean changes for Catholics dedicated to the traditional Latin Mass -…
Facts about Archbishop Nwachukwu, New Permanent Representative of the Holy See to the UN
Archbishop Fortunatus Nwachukwu, right, and Pope Francis By Richard Elesho A Nigerian Catholic priest, apostolic…
Vatican answers questions about pre-Vatican II mass limits – Catholic Philly
By Cindy Wooden • Catholic Information Service • Posted on December 18, 2021 VATICAN CITY…
Vatican answers questions about pre-Vatican II mass limits
VATICAN CITY (CNS) – In response to 11 questions that were reportedly raised about Pope…
Here’s what you need to know – Catholic Telegraph
Denver Newsroom, December 18, 2021 / 7:53 a.m. Pope Francis’ new measures mean changes for…
Bahrain Cathedral Consecration Signals Latest Breakthroughs in Religious Tolerance | Catholic National Register
VATICAN CITY – The consecration of the Kingdom of Bahrain’s first cathedral marks the latest…
Pope Francis turns 85: Discover the celebrities and politicians who met the Catholic leader | Gallery
From the editors of Wonderwall.com 5:07 p.m. PST, December 17, 2021 _ It’s party time…
Dialogue group calls for Catholic recognition of Anglican ordinations
ROME (CNS) – A group of Catholic and Anglican theologians have publicly called on the…
The presence of the Catholic Church in Djibouti.
The Catholic Church has been present in Djibouti since 1885, with the arrival of the…
The heresy of Rhu accuses a village shaken in 1830-1831
The peaceful Garelochside parish of Row – now Rhu – was deeply shaken in 1830-1831…
Obituaries published on December 15, 2021 | Obituary
A celebration of the life and legacy of Kent Anderson of Monroe will take place…
France: The Sauvé report or the abuse of the abuse (3)
The first article examined the figures put forward by the CIASE, in order to question…
Women Lead Religious Groups in Many Ways – Besides Growing Number of Ordained People | Kiowa County Press
Rabbi Diana Villa, center, with colleagues from the Schechter Institute of Jewish Studies, Jerusalem, in…
Women Lead Religious Groups in Many Ways |
The conversationWhat constitutes women’s leadership in religious communities is open to many interpretations. In the…
Bahrain inaugurates the largest Catholic church in the Gulf
The king donated the land for the new complex of the Cathedral of Our Lady…
Benedetta is a brilliant and blasphemous treat
In Paul Verhoeven’s latest historical film, Benedetta, the living make troublesome saints. Adapted from Judith…
Cardinal Tagle dedicates the new Cathedral of Our Lady of Arabia in Bahrain | THE DAILY TRIBUNE
Catholic News Agency | Manama The Daily Tribune – www.newsofbahrain.com Vatican Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle…
Letter: The History of the Roman Catholic Church’s Involvement in Abortion Laws
One explanation for the aggressive involvement of the Roman Catholic Church in abortion laws in…
The largest Catholic church in the Persian Gulf opens its doors | THE DAILY TRIBUNE
TDT | Manama The Daily Tribune – www.newsofbahrain.com His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al…
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The last evangelical convert in Rome. What does Rome have to offer?, Evangelical Focus
I am not English, nor Anglican, but the story of the conversion of the former…
Cambodian Church acclaims first deacon of the Bunong ethnic group
The small Catholic community in predominantly Buddhist Cambodia welcomed with pleasure and enthusiasm the very…
Hong Kong’s new bishop vows to build a bridge and heal
HONG KONG (CNS) – The newly installed Catholic bishop of Hong Kong has vowed to…
The Mayor of Athens honored Pope Francis with the Gold Medal of the Valor of the City of Athens
With the Gold Medal of the Valor of the City of Athens, which is the…
Pope Francis apologizes for wrongs caused by Catholics to Orthodox believers and calls for unity
ATHENS, GREECE – Pope Francis asked for forgiveness for the “historic mistakes made by many…
ASIA / CAMBODIA – A new deacon in Kampong Cham, “servant of the community, fisher of men”
ASIA / CAMBODIA – A new deacon in Kampong Cham, “servant of the community, fisher…
The Vatican does not have good relations with the American media
The tightly framed Vatican media coverage of Pope Francis’ audience with President Joe Biden sparked…
The Pope comes to listen to the heart of the Cypriot Maronite community beat
Antonis Skoullos, the press coordinator of the Pope’s visit to the Maronite community in Cyprus,…
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Pope accepts Archbishop of Paris’s resignation over relationship with woman
French Archbishop of Paris Michel Aupetit attends the annual Good Friday procession “Stations of the…
New book sheds light on racist abuse and discrimination against Catholic nuns
VATICAN CITY (RNS) – In a recently published book, a Vatican journalist details the mental…
How Anglican devotion can enrich Advent for Catholics
One of the best things about our Catholic faith is how it encompasses such a…
Pope sends video message ahead of trip to Cyprus and Greece
A few days before his apostolic trip to Cyprus and Greece, Pope Francis sent a…
As Christians Endangered in Syria, Lebanon, ACN Fund Vital Projects
As Syria remains locked in a decade-long civil war and Lebanon grapples with an extreme…
Pope Francis appoints commission to assess reform of marriage nullity process in Italy | Catholic National Register
The Holy Father declared that the task of the commission will be “to observe and…
Church Memorials – November 26
First Christian Church will be hosting their “Hanging of the Greens” worship service on November…
Korean saint Andrew Kim to be consecrated in Africa
Some of the mortal remains of the first Korean Catholic priest, Saint Andrew Kim Tae-gon,…
Pope in Cyprus: an overview of the Church in the country
Pope Francis will visit Cyprus and Greece from December 2-6. He will spend the first…
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The first British settlers of Maspeth were driven out by angry Native Americans and eventually…
The services of the priest are part of the missionary duty: Catholic Church of the East
Br. Alladin Castro, ordained priest of the Metropolitan of the former Apostolic and Catholic Church…
Sir David Amess remembered as ‘true bridge builder’ at Requiem Mass
Assassinated Catholic lawmaker Sir David Amess is remembered as “a true bridge builder” during a…
Pope donates medical equipment to CCHS – EMTV Online
The Apostolic Nuncio in PNG, His Excellency Fermín Emilio Sosa Rodríguez, on behalf of His…
We remember a Catholic legislator killed as a “real bridge builder” at Requiem mass | Catholic National Register
LONDON, England – Assassinated Catholic lawmaker Sir David Amess is remembered as “a true bridge…
Obituary of Francesco Truncali (1938 – 2021) – Modesto, CA
Francesco “Frank” Truncali November 12, 2021 Modesto, Calif .– Francesco “Frank” Truncali, 83, Modesto, entered…
Catholic Bishop of Columbus gives final local masses
In a Catholic church in Long Beach, New York, where Bishop Robert Brennan long past…
Sight Magazine – Nicaraguan decree demoting Vatican ambassador in retaliation for church comments, diplomats say
20 November 2021 PHILIP PULLELLA Rome, ItalyReuters A Nicaraguan presidential decree affecting the Holy See’s…
Dangers from the 2021 USCCB General Assembly
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Nicaraguan decree demoting Vatican ambassador in retaliation for Church comments, diplomats say
Apostolic Nuncio Monsignor Stanislaw Sommertag (C) speaks at a press conference in Managua, Nicaragua, March…
Memories of the Church – November 19
First Christian Church will be hosting their “Hanging of the Greens” worship service on November…
After a year of contentious debates, US bishops approve lukewarm communion document
A bishop reviews documents during a Nov. 17 session of the U.S. Catholic Bishops’ Conference…
“Experience” of the traditional Latin Mass failed to reconcile the SSPX | Catholic National Register
The 71-year-old English archbishop added: “What was produced in 1570 was very appropriate for the…