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THE COMMUNIST REGIME IN ALBANIA HAS TRIED TO ELIMINATE RELIGION COMPLETELY. Decades later, the country…
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Head of Russian Orthodox Church in Estonia signs anti-war statement | News
The declaration is signed by the leaders of the member denominations of the Estonian Council…
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…
Pope Francis must resign | The Spectator Australia
Jorge Bergoglio was elected pope for the ostensible reasons of stemming the flow of worshipers…
Pope Francis and Slovak Prime Minister Heger discuss the war in Ukraine
Pope Francis meets with Slovak Prime Minister Eduard Heger to discuss the country’s aid to…
Ukraine: the Holy See always ready to mediate
The Vatican Secretary of State reiterates the will of the Holy See to act as…
“Listen to everyone” – Catholic World Report
Pope Francis speaks at the opening of the 93rd judicial year of the Vatican City…
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…
Ukraine: EU bishops implore Russian Patriarch to intercede to stop war
A letter addressed to the Patriarch of Moscow and signed by the President of the…
The family: a reflection of the infinite love of the father
Friday, March 11, 2022 By Marie Mischel Intermountain Catholic (Editor’s Note: This is part of…
Pope impeaches Puerto Rican bishop after refusing to resign
ROME — On Wednesday, the Vatican announced without explanation that Pope Francis “relieved” Bishop Daniel…
Catholic Bishop of Puerto Rico says his removal by Pope Francis is ‘totally unjust’ – Catholic World Report
Bishop Daniel Fernandez Torres. / Diocese of Arecibo. Arecibo, Puerto Rico, March 9, 2022 /…
Sight Magazine – Naming and humiliating Russia is not part of the pope’s diplomatic playbook, experts say
March 08, 2022 Philippe Pullella Vatican CityReuters Since the beginning of the war in Ukraine,…
Pope accepts resignation of Auxiliary Bishop Chappetto of Brooklyn
WASHINGTON, DC — Pope Francis has accepted the resignation of Auxiliary Bishop Raymond F. Chappetto…
What two years of COVID-19 have taught us about abuse of conscience
Two years ago this month, as the COVID-19 virus spread uncontrollably across large swaths of…
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Argentinian Catholic bishop found guilty of sexual abuse and sentenced to prison
BUENOS AIRES, March 4 (Reuters) – A Catholic bishop accused of sexually abusing young men…
As Russian Troops Advance, Vatican’s Ukraine Envoy Says He’s Staying in Kyiv
ROME — Currently in Kyiv, the Vatican’s ambassador to Ukraine said that regardless of expectations…
Congresswoman says US should treat ‘all refugees’ the same as Ukrainians who flee
LONDON: During his meeting with Iraqi Christian leaders on Monday, Pope Francis encouraged Iraqi Christian…
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…
What Every Catholic Should Know | National Catholic Register
Pope Francis’ Synod of Bishops focuses on the meaning and purpose of synodality itself. Launched…
Estonians rally for Ukraine as Catholics pray for peace
Estonian Catholics join their Eastern European brothers and sisters in Ukraine and pray for peace…
Pope on 52 years of his priesthood: Strong prayer life, relationship with God are important
VATICAN—Pope Francis recently offered a lengthy reflection on his more than 52…
Next year in Kyiv?
(RNS) — While the secular media tries to guess Vladimir Putin’s motives in Ukraine, one…
ASIA/VIETNAM – The precious contribution of consecrated life to evangelization and charity
ASIA/VIETNAM – The precious contribution of consecrated life to evangelization and charity Hanoi (Agenzia Fides)…
Pope Francis approves use of Latin Mass for group of traditionalist priests
VATICAN CITY (CNS) – Pope Francis has confirmed that members of the Society of Saint…
Pope exempts Priestly Society of St. Peter from Latin Mass restrictions
ROME — Despite his efforts last year to suppress the use of the traditional Latin…
Pope Francis hails healthcare workers as heroes for Covid service – News
370 doctors have died of coronavirus in Italy By AP Published: Sun 20 Feb 2022,…
Abuse of abuse | National Catholic Register
EDITORIAL: The harshness of the attacks directed against Benedict XVI following the publication of the…
humanity’s withdrawal from peace is shameful
Addressing members of the Congregation for the Oriental Churches, Francis mentioned the many conflicts in…
Pope Francis gives a personal reflection on 52 years of priesthood | National Catholic Register
VATICAN CITY — Pope Francis on Thursday offered a long reflection on his more than…
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…
What’s behind Pope Francis’ changes to the Vatican Doctrinal Office? | National Catholic Register
VATICAN CITY — Pope Francis released a document on Monday restructuring the powerful Vatican Congregation…
Two sections with separate secretaries
Pope Francis has promulgated a motu proprio entitled “Fidem servare” modifying the organization chart of…
Pilgrim on the island of hospitality – Nadia Delicata
Two years after the announcement on the feast of the Shipwreck of Saint Paul, Pope…
Pope Francis calls 2025 the “Holy Year of Hope”
ROME – Pope Francis announced in a letter on Friday that hope will be the…
A liturgical unit | University news
The lectern and tabernacle overlook the Church of the Incarnation, a common place of worship…
Married priests: not a new idea
Cardinal Jean-Claude Hollerich SJ, Archbishop of Luxembourg, greets Pope Francis at the opening of the…
The Vicar of Arabia sees fraternity as a guide for a “lasting peace” also in the Gulf
On Pope Francis and Imam al-Tayeb making another plea, Bishop Hinder looks at the tensions…
from vaccines to migration, that’s what he will say
Vatican City – Here and there in the Vatican, no one believed it: the Pope…
Card. Grech: Two years later, Querida Amazonia continues to generate new life for the Church
Two years after the publication of the Pope’s Apostolic Exhortation “Querida Amazonia”, the General Secretary…
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…
UNITED ARAB EMIRATES – The Vatican Vicar of Arabia sees brotherhood as a guide for “lasting peace” also in the Gulf
[*]On Pope Francis and Imam al-Tayeb making another plea, Bishop Hinder looks at the tensions…
What does the Year of the Tiger have in store for us at the Vatican?
Monsignor Araldo Catalan. Credit: Archdiocese of Manila.The daily bulletin of resignations and appointments of the…
former Catholic school students become civil servants | Orlando
Eddie Emons, left, is an Orange County deputy and Jack Timmes is a Winter Park…
Archbishop Peña Parra inaugurates new Apostolic Nunciature in UAE
The Substitute of the Secretariat of State inaugurates a new Apostolic Nunciature in Abu Dhabi,…
Echoes. An opportunity for repair and rectification. Published on 02/02/2022
Rachel McAdams, Mark Ruffalo, Brian d’Arcy James, Michael Keaton and John Slattery star in a…
No family is perfect, but grace enters into every situation
Family life is not perfect. Yet most of us would rather live with our families…
Regional Leaders or Successors of the Apostles?
Last week Bishop Joseph Strickland quoted a few lines from my last article for Crisis…
Commentary: Mother Teresa’s revolution of tenderness | Columns
Ines Murzaku wrote a book about Mother Teresa. Dr Ines Murzaku IN A TELEGRAM sent…
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…
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…
Mexican historian warns of ‘ideologizing Pope Francis’
[Editor’s Note: This is the fifth in a series of articles by Inés San Martín…
Côte d’Ivoire: The Church, mother and educator, at the service of integral human development.
The Conference of Catholic Bishops of Côte d’Ivoire is meeting from January 25 to 30,…
The Apostolic Nuncio ends his mission in Malta
Knisja.mtTista’ taqra bil- Malta.Bishop Alessandro D’Errico has announced that he will end his work as…
During the ordination of Bishop Williams on the feast of St. Paul, Bishop Hebda emphasizes conversion
While Bishop Joseph Williams is more likely to be found riding a bicycle than riding…
Indian religious leader asks cardinal to reach out to nun in rape case
New Delhi- The head of India’s Catholic religious organization has urged Cardinal Oswald Gracias of…
Saint Irenaeus, the “Doctor of Unity”, helps us to breathe as Christians with both lungs
A few years ago, when I was a student priest in Rome, a classmate and…
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…
Young people are invited to bear witness for life during the annual mass for life, gathering
WASHINGTON — Teens and young adults from the Archdiocese of Washington and a few other…
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…
The Vatican carries out a conservation check on the ancient Marian icon
A team of experts from the Vatican Museum is carrying out a routine conservation check…
Chicago Cardinal’s Latin Mass Rules Confuse Some | Featured Columnist
Since the end of the 19th century, Catholics have recited the prayer to Saint Michael…
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…
Saint Joseph, model of consecration to the Immaculate
Friday, January 21, 2022 By special at the Intermountain Catholic Donna MasekIn his 2020 Apostolic…
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…
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…
Azerbaijan asks Pope to mediate in dispute with Armenia
Azerbaijan hopes that the “interested” Pope Francis will mediate in its dispute with Armenia, said…
What Do American Churches Think About Transgender Issues? —GetReligion
THE QUESTION:What do American churches think about the transgender issue?THE RELIGIOUS GUY’S RESPONSE:As with American…
Farewell to prayer to Saint Michael the Archangel; Latin mass wars are heating up
Since the end of the 19th century, Catholics have recited the prayer to Saint Michael…
Farewell to Prayer to Saint Michael the Archangel: Yes, the Latin Mass Wars Are Intensifying |
Since the end of the 19th century, Catholics have recited the prayer to Saint Michael…
“A Polish psychiatrist who was at the side of John Paul II in agony”
From Stefano Lorenzito Journalist Bendicte Lutaud, from Le Figaro As author of First Interview with…
Sister Jeannine Gramick is not “afraid to approach” radical causes | National Catholic Registry
Sister Jeannine Gramick, co-founder of New Ways Ministry, has a 50-year record of dissent from…
The Pope receives journalists from the Custody of the Holy Land
Pope Francis will receive in audience members of the Terra Santa publishing center in Jerusalem,…
I Started Attending Traditional Latin Mass and Haven’t Looked Back
The COVID era has been a time of shock, honesty, reflection and reckoning for many…
Understanding MLK, Jr. and Civil Rights
By Father Matthew Hawkins Parish Vicar, St. Benedict Moor and St. Mary Magdalene parishes Nearly…
From the readers – January 13, 2022
Heart of the controversy? The cultural barriers and historically racist practices of the institutional church…
ON RELIGION: Latin mass respects Chicago rules | Faith
Since the end of the 19th century, Catholics have been reciting the prayer to Saint…
Mass of the Americas at Old St. Patrick’s Cathedral | National Catholic Registry
What is the deepest point of the Mass? For well catechized Catholics, the answer is…
Church calls for peace in Kazakhstan
CSTO Armenian peacekeepers at the Aksai bakery. Kazakhstan has been embroiled in unrest following protests…
“Children forced to leave school to pray”: 5 women arrested in Bolzano, they are part of the church of the New Christian sect
“If you have marital problems or questions aboutchildren’s education, we are always ready for helpful…
DOOR TO THE EAST Torn between faith and business on Emirates’ new weekend
Since January 1, the weekend shifted from Friday and Saturday to more “western” Saturday and…
There is more to ‘worshiping wars’ than the Tridentine rite – GetReligion
Since the end of the 19th century, Catholics have recited the prayer to Saint Michael…
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…
Pope to the Association of Saints Peter and Paul: Start over, hope in your heart
Pope Francis meets the members of the Association of Saints Peter and Paul and exhorts…
Baptized in the Sistine Chapel
Sixteen babies are to receive the sacrament of Baptism in the Sistine Chapel in the…
Latin mass respects Chicago rules and causes friction
Since the end of the 19th century, Catholics have been reciting the prayer to Saint…
ON RELIGION: Latin mass respects Chicago rules | Faith and values
Since the end of the 19th century, Catholics have been reciting the prayer to Saint…
On religion: the Latin mass respects the rules of Chicago |
Since the end of the 19th century, Catholics have been reciting the prayer to Saint…
What do American churches believe on the issue of transgender people?
THE QUESTION: What do American churches believe on the issue of transgender people? RELIGION GUY’S…
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…
Under a hurried pope, are we witnessing a slowing down of the papacy?
ROME – When it comes to the relationship between a pope and the papacy he…
Loopholes close for the ancient Latin rite
THE Vatican has clarified new restrictions on the use of the extraordinary pre-Vatican II form…
Christian world marks Epiphany with series of celebrations
ROME – Christians around the world celebrated Epiphany on Thursday, known as the Baptism of…
The Christian world celebrates Epiphany with a series of celebrations
VATICAN CITY (AP) — Christians around the world celebrated Epiphany, known as Three Kings Day…
Christian world marks Epiphany with series of celebrations – CBS17.com
VATICAN CITY (AP) — Christians around the world celebrated Epiphany, known as Three Kings Day…
Gallagher in Beirut in February to prepare for papal visit
A colloquium on “John Paul II and Lebanon” on February 2-3 offers the Holy See’s…
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…
Year-end review: the illustrated teaching of Pope Francis in 2021 on kinship – Catholic Standard
VATICAN CITY (CNS) – From a vaccination clinic in the atrium of the Vatican courtroom…
Year in review 2021 – Intermountain Catholic
Friday December 31, 2021 IC file photo Picture 1 of 15 Father Reynato Rodillas, pastor…
Bishop Michiaki Nakamura becomes the new Archbishop of Nagasaki
The new head of the Church in the cradle of Japanese Catholicism is the 59-year-old…
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…
Cardinal Cupich issues new restrictions on traditional Latin masses – Catholic Telegraph
Washington, DC Newsroom, Dec. 27 2021 / 11:30 a.m. Cardinal Blase Cupich issued a new…
Bells of hope pierce darkness in Sudan
People march towards the presidential palace in Khartoum, to protest against the military regime, a…
More example than exhortation: the illustrated teaching of the Pope 2021 on kinship
Pope Francis visits a COVID-19 vaccination clinic in the Paul VI room on April 2…
Bishop Valence Mendis – The Island
The 9e October 2021, the Vatican announced the appointment of Rt. Rev. Dr Valence Mendis…
Giving people hope for the new year – the Island
The 9e October 2021, the Vatican announced the appointment of Rt. Rev. Dr Valence Mendis…
Which countries will Pope Francis visit in 2022?
The Holy Father has resumed his travels this year … but where will he go…
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New policy requires all Chicago clergy to obtain permission to celebrate Latin Mass
From January 25, 2022, all clergy in the Archdiocese of Chicago will need the Archbishop’s…
Bishop Desmond Tutu RIP | CII
Bishop Desmond TutuSource: VN / WCC / SABCTributes and messages of condolence poured in from…
At Christmas, the Pope prays for the end of the pandemic, peace dialogues
ROME (AP) – Pope Francis prayed on Saturday for an end to the coronavirus pandemic,…
Pope Francis calls for humility of Church leaders
At the annual reception of the Roman Curia, the Pope warns against clericalism and worldliness.”We…
Archbp. Gallagher in South Sudan sets the stage for papal visit
From December 21 to 23, the Secretary of State Relations was in Juba, to meet…
“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…