Church leaders express ‘hope’ that Syrian regime will respect Christian communities
By Madalaine Elhabbal Washington, D.C. Newsroom, Dec 10, 2024 / 17:50 pm Catholic Church leaders in the U.S., Rome, and the Middle East have expressed cautious “hope” that the new…
Lebanese Christians celebrate Assad’s fall, see it as justice for years of oppression
By Romy Haber ACI MENA, Dec 10, 2024 / 17:20 pm In the wake of the Assad regime’s fall in Syria, the streets of Lebanon were alive with celebration. Church…
Papal Foundation announces $800,000 of scholarship awards to 110 religious and laypeople
By Madalaine Elhabbal Washington, D.C. Newsroom, Dec 10, 2024 / 16:30 pm The Papal Foundation, a U.S.-based organization that provides funding for Catholic projects around the world, recently announced that…
Vatican: Former choir director, manager convicted of embezzlement, abuse of office
By Daniel Payne CNA Staff, Dec 10, 2024 / 15:45 pm A pair of former Vatican officials has been found guilty of embezzlement and abuse of office as part of…
Nancy Pelosi criticizes Pope Francis’ China deal in interview
By Tyler Arnold Washington, D.C. Newsroom, Dec 10, 2024 / 15:15 pm Democratic Rep. Nancy Pelosi criticized Pope Francis for the Vatican’s deal with China regarding bishop appointments during an…
Catholic Church to European Union: Fight against anti-Christian hate
By Nicolás de Cárdenas Madrid, Spain, Dec 10, 2024 / 13:30 pm The Commission of the Bishops’ Conferences of the European Community (COMECE) has called on the European Union (EU)…
Norwegian parish holds Day of Prayer for Unborn in response to new abortion laws
By Pål Johannes Nes Oslo, Norway, Dec 10, 2024 / 13:00 pm On Monday, the parish community of Our Lady’s Church in Ålesund, a port town on the west coast…
Healing at Lourdes of British World War I soldier declared ‘miraculous’
By Madalaine Elhabbal Washington, D.C. Newsroom, Dec 10, 2024 / 09:30 am The healing of a British World War I soldier at the Marian shrine of Our Lady of Lourdes…
Understanding Advent – A Deep Dive Into The Catholic Church's Season Of Preparation
Advent is a season of reflection and anticipation in the Catholic Church, designed to prepare you for the celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ. During this time, you are…
World’s youngest cardinal is just 44 years old
By Walter Sánchez Silva ACI Prensa Staff, Dec 10, 2024 / 08:00 am Among the new crop of cardinals created by Pope Francis on Dec. 7, Cardinal Mykola Bychok, CSSR,…
Why cardinals get Roman churches: Understanding Pope Francis’ use of titular parishes
By Matthew Bunson Vatican City, Dec 10, 2024 / 07:00 am On Dec. 7, in the 10th consistory of his pontificate, Pope Francis created 21 new cardinals. In addition to…
What Is Advent? Exploring The Meaning And Significance In The Catholic Tradition
Over the weeks leading up to Christmas, you launch on a spiritually enriching journey known as Advent. This significant period invites you to prepare your heart and mind for the…