Catholic priest pepper-sprayed during confessions at Texas cathedral
The cathedral has temporarily suspended its twice-a-week regular confessions, with priests only hearing confessions by appointment for the time being. Regular confessions will resume after the cathedral installs security cameras…
Pope Francis’ Indonesia visit to ‘strengthen message of tolerance, unity, and world peace’
Although Indonesia does not have an established state religion, 87% of the population is Muslim, making it the most populous Muslim country in the world. Subsequently, Catholicism is one of…
Notre Dame fire, 5 years later: What are the plans for reopening the cathedral in Paris?
The consecration of the altar is scheduled to take place on Sunday, Dec. 8, during the first Mass in the restored cathedral. Finally, the solemnity of the Immaculate Conception will…
Baltimore Archdiocese announces major restructuring that will merge dozens of parishes
Parishes in the city have faced sustained challenges in recent years, the archdiocese said, including “deferred maintenance, low Mass attendance, and multiple unmet opportunities to better serve the needs of…
Simple Steps To Spiritual Renewal – A How-To For Easter
There’s no better time than Easter to begin on a journey of spiritual renewal. This holiday provides a perfect opportunity to reflect, recharge, and reconnect with your faith. Here are…
The Power Of Forgiveness – A Step-by-Step Guide To Penance And Grace
You have likely heard the saying that forgiveness is powerful, but do you truly understand the depth of its impact on your well-being? Forgiveness is not just about letting go…
How To Cultivate Joy – A Beginner's Guide To Easter And Resurrection
Cultivate a sense of joy and renewal this Easter season by focusing on the significance of the resurrection. Easter is a time of celebration and reflection for Christians around the…
Pope Francis: Sharing our encounter with Christ makes our encounters ‘even more beautiful’
Pope Francis also renewed his exhortation for peace as the Israel-Hamas war continues unabated, calling for “the Israelis and Palestinians to live in two states, side by side, in security,…
First-year seminarians will unplug from technology starting in fall at Detroit seminary
Pope Benedict XVI declared priests need to become experts in the spiritual life, Pullis pointed out. But to do that, a man first needs to make his life quieter to…
A drone’s-eye view of 7 glorious Catholic churches
The current structure, completed in 1976, has a circular design so that the miraculous image of Our Lady of Guadalupe can be seen from any point in the church. Each…
Kidnapped by ISIS, priest in Iraq recounts story of facing fear with faith
“I had just been ordained a priest on Sept. 1, 2007, when I was assigned to serve at the Syriac Catholic Church of St. Thomas on the eastern coast of…
Vatican sends letter to French embassy over tribunal decision in nun’s dismissal case
On Saturday, meanwhile, Vatican News reported that Director of the Holy See Press Office Matteo Bruni confirmed to reporters the Vatican Secretariat of State’s transmission of a “Note Verbal,” or…