Pope Francis confirms new head of Syro-Malabar Catholic Church
Thattil’s election comes amid an ongoing bitter dispute over a decision by Church leaders to institute a uniform liturgy. The Eucharistic liturgy of the Syro-Malabar Church, known as the Holy…
Pope Francis to preside over canonization Mass of Argentina’s first female saint
Following the expulsion of the Jesuits from the Spanish Empire by King Charles III, she traveled around northern Argentina by foot to safeguard and promote Ignatian spirituality, organizing retreats despite…
DeSantis speaks with EWTN about power of prayer, family as ‘centerpiece’ of American life
“Those types of diagnosis are hard for anyone,” he said. “But I think, especially when you have a mother of really young kids, to be in a situation where you…
Argentine nuns now living in Vatican monastery that was Pope Benedict’s last residence
On Jan. 6, the nuns attended the Mass for the Epiphany in St. Peter’s Basilica. At the end of the liturgy, Pope Francis greeted them: “Welcome with all my heart.…
Trenton Bishop released from Rome hospital after heart attack
“He also gratefully acknowledged that he has received hundreds of get well wishes from throughout the diocese and the wider Church. He again thanked everyone for their support and prayers,”…
Thousands of Christians in Nigeria rally to demand action after Christmas massacres
According to Para-Mallam, the crowd numbered about 5,000 and included both Catholics and Protestants. Together, he said, they peacefully and prayerfully marched, ending in front of the governor’s office building…
Michigan attorney general releases second report of clergy abuse in state
“For the 12 who are living or presumed to be living, three are in active ministry for the Diocese of Gaylord; one as a pastor and the others in retired…
Priests, prelate respond to ‘visionary’ who encouraged using Eucharist in rituals
The video, titled “Who will be the next president of Peru? Predictions 2024 — Women of the PM,” remains on YouTube but the segment promoting a sacrilege of the Eucharist…
Don Bosco’s successor: Young people need gentleness and love to fulfill their dreams
In his message, Don Bosco’s successor pointed out that “each person is a dream of God,” noting that the secret of personal happiness will be “discovering the correspondence and encounter…
Cardinal Fernández responds to uproar over sexually explicit book: ‘I certainly would not write [that] now’
“That’s why I don’t think it’s a good thing to spread it now,” Fernández said. “In fact, I have not authorized it and it is contrary to my will.” The…
Missouri priest found guilty of sexual solicitation during confession
“With God’s help we must work to continue to eradicate abuse from all corners of our Church,” McKnight added while also asking the faithful to “please join me in prayer…
Bishop Barron: Assisted suicide can never be morally sanctioned
Barron wrote that the premium placed on bodily autonomy in modern society misses the point that the intentional taking of an innocent life is always wrong, no matter what the…