Annunciation School Shooting Survivor Calls for Action on Gun Violence
An eighth-grade student who survived a mass shooting at a Catholic church is urging lawmakers to act, saying the protection…
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Pope Leo XIV to Embark on Major 2026 Apostolic Journeys to Africa, Monaco, and Spain With Emphasis on Peace and Witness
Pope Leo XIV will undertake three significant Apostolic Journeys in the first half of 2026, traveling to Africa, Monaco, and…
World’s Tallest Church Nears Completion After 140 Years
After more than a century of labor, prayer, and perseverance, a defining milestone has been reached at the Basílica i…
Four Years After Ukraine Invasion, Pope Leo Declares Peace ‘An Urgent Necessity’
Four years after the outbreak of the war in Ukraine, Pope Leo XIV has renewed his urgent plea for peace,…
Historic Public Veneration of St. Francis’ Remains Draws Hundreds of Thousands to Assisi
For the first time in history, the mortal remains of St. Francis of Assisi have been placed on extended public…
Walking the Way of the Cross: A Devotional Journey Through Christ’s Passion
The Stations of the Cross is a deeply cherished Catholic devotion that allows the faithful to spiritually accompany Jesus Christ…
Why Do Catholics Eat Fish on Fridays During Lent? Understanding the Practice of Abstinence
For centuries, Catholics have observed the tradition of abstaining from meat on Fridays, particularly during Lent, often replacing it with…
Pope Leo XIV Urges Rome’s Priests to Rekindle the Fire of Faith and Proclaim Christ Without Fear
In a heartfelt meeting with the priests of the Diocese of Rome, Pope Leo XIV called on clergy to renew…
Lent Begins With a Stark Reminder: ‘Call Death for What It Is,’ Pope Leo Urged on Ash Wednesday
As the Church entered the holy season of Lent, Pope Leo XIV offered a sobering meditation on repentance, community, and…
Everything to Know About Fasting in Lent
Lent is a sacred season in the Catholic Church, a time of deep reflection, prayer, and spiritual growth. One of…