‘Very sad day’: Fire engulfs historic Toronto church
In a statement on Sunday, Toronto Metropolitan Archbishop Francis Leo said the Anglican church, which dates to around 1908, was “a place where Christians have gathered for over a hundred…
Cardinals Müller and Schönborn: Ordination of women is impossible
Just like “a man cannot become a mother and a woman cannot become a father,” it is only men who are called to the priesthood, Müller said, according to CNA…
Pope Francis reflects on Roman Empire in visit to ancient Capitoline Hill
Pope Francis noted that while the influx of pilgrims, tourists, and migrants to the city of Rome may appear to be “a burden” for local citizens, the reality is that…
Los Angeles County gives fire captain partial religious exemption in gay pride flag dispute
In a press release, the Thomas More Society said the fire department had “agreed to partially accommodate” Little’s request to not fly the flag at the lifeguard station. The fire…
Pope Francis: Money, power, pleasure can enslave us
In his speech from the window of the Vatican’s Apostolic Palace, the pope highlighted the many ways in which “Jesus was a free man.” Jesus was not enslaved by wealth,…
Music is a universal language: Pope Francis sings praises of Catholic choirs
By Hannah Brockhaus Rome Newsroom, Jun 8, 2024 / 13:50 pm Pope Francis praised Catholic choir members of all ages on Saturday, calling music “a universal and immediate language.” Choir…
Pope Francis to meet Stephen Colbert, Jimmy Fallon, other top comedians at Vatican
The Vatican said the encounter intends “to celebrate the beauty of human diversity and promote a message of peace, love, and solidarity, and promises to be a meaningful moment of…
‘Jesus Thirsts’ film becomes second highest-grossing documentary of 2024 so far
“My greatest hope for this film has been and continues to be winning souls for Jesus Christ,” Greco said in a press release. “I’m incredibly grateful to the moviegoers for…
Pilgrims ‘in awe’ as over 1,000 arrive in tiny Maryland town for National Eucharistic Pilgrimage
The procession travelled up the hill to Mount Saint Mary’s University and Seminary — the same route that Mother Seton took to go to Mass. Credit: Tyler Arnold/CNA During the…
Pope Francis recalls 2014 embrace of Palestine and Israel presidents at prayer for peace
Pope Francis, who arrived at the prayer in a golf cart, remained for around 30 minutes. The ambassadors of Palestine, Israel, Ukraine, and Russia were among those present as well…
Atlanta archbishop to head National Catholic Educational Association board
Hartmayer holds three master’s degrees: a master of divinity degree from St. Anthony-on-Hudson in Rensselaer, New York; a master of arts degree in pastoral counseling from Emmanuel College, Boston; and…
16 men to be ordained to the priesthood in Washington, DC
By Jonah McKeown CNA Staff, Jun 7, 2024 / 17:15 pm The Archdiocese of Washington is set to ordain 16 men to the priesthood later this month, an increase of…