Pope Francis calls Russia to renew Ukraine grain deal
Pope Francis also repeated Sunday his regular request for prayers for Ukraine. “Let us not cease to pray for the tormented Ukraine, where war destroys everything, even grain,” he said.…
Vatican announces Pope Francis’ Marseille visit schedule
He will be welcomed to France by the president, Emanuel Macron, at 4:15 p.m. and an hour later will lead a time of prayer to Our Lady with the local…
Off to WYD: Maryland family of 10 heads to Lisbon for special pilgrimage
John Love, a Catholic theology professor, said he’s most excited for his kids to see “the global Catholic Church community.” “It’s not just us, it’s not just our friends, but…
A pilgrimage in England traces GK Chesterton’s path in hope of his beatification
McCullough along with his wife runs the Good Counsel Network, a Catholic pro-life organization that helps pregnant women and organizes prayer vigils outside of abortion clinics. He chose to give…
Mother Angelica’s ‘first daughter’ Sister Regina dies
“She, in fact, often made a novena to St. Thérèse and would ask for a rose, which she often received,” he said. Wolfe is referring to a popular novena to…
Catholic community grants wish of girl fighting cancer to see Luke Bryan live
So, Stegmueller’s wish was granted: She, along with her mom, Kristin; dad, Bobby; 5-year-old brother, Robbie; and some other family and friends will all be enjoying the Luke Bryan concert…
‘Sound of Freedom’ screening on Capitol Hill sparks call to track missing children in U.S.
Since its release on July 4, the film has made more than $127 million in box office receipts and even bested the latest “Indiana Jones” film. Production costs for the…
Police arrest man accused of vandalizing El Paso Catholic church
“It was also observed ‘666’ was written on several items inside of the church including a rosary candle, mirror, and on the tabernacle in the prayer room,” the news release…
Senate passes defense bill without pro-life, transgender care amendments
Tuberville has called for the Pentagon itself to rescind its abortion policy rather than Congress. The senators opposing the package were Mike Bruan (Indiana), Mike Lee (Utah), Rand Paul (Kentucky),…
Early voting on Ohio referendum high as November abortion vote hinges on outcome
“Ohioans continue to show great confidence in our early voting options,” Secretary of State Frank LaRose said in a July 21 statement about the high early voting numbers. “They know…
On Aug. 2, you can get this St. Francis-themed indulgence
“Consequently, he used to say to his friars: ‘See to it, my sons, that you never leave this place. If you are driven out by one door return by the…
Here are answers to your questions about World Youth Day 2023
There have been 15 WYD gatherings. They have taken place in Buenos Aires, Argentina; Santiago de Compostela, Spain; Częstochowa, Poland; Denver, USA; Manila, Philippines; Paris, France; Rome, Italy for the…