Catholics worldwide invited to join Global Rosary for Peace
Catholics around the world are invited to join in prayer for the Global Rosary for Peace taking place on Oct. 22, the feast of St. John Paul II. The event…
EWTN News explains: What does a diocese do when a priest is accused of misconduct?
News headlines in recent years have periodically reported on Catholic priests accused of various types of misconduct, including financial crimes and sexual abuse, among other allegations. Much of the public…
Pope Leo XIV appeals for international aid as Somalia crisis deepens
Pope Leo XIV on Sunday appealed for greater international assistance to Somalia, where violence and extreme weather are worsening an already severe humanitarian crisis, particularly for women and children. After…
The 23 Eastern Catholic Churches: Ancient traditions in communion with Rome
When the Catholic Church is mentioned, many think exclusively of the Latin Church, to which the vast majority of the worldʼs Catholics belong. However, the Catholic Church is actually composed…
Archbishop Lori tells women religious: ‘The Church looks to you with hope’
Baltimore Archbishop William Lori this week praised an assembly of women religious major superiors for their witness of “evangelical poverty,” with the prelate noting the outsized influence that women religious…
Christian leaders unite against chemical abortion
In a declaration led by Sen. Josh Hawley, R-Missouri, Christian leaders are calling on lawmakers to ban the abortion drug mifepristone. Drafted by a group of more than 30 pastors…
Father Gabriele Amorth remembered as exorcist, spiritual guide, and communicator
ROME — A conference marking the 10th anniversary of the death of Father Gabriele Amorth offered a lesser-known portrait of the celebrated exorcist, highlighting his humanity, spirituality, and gift for…
Pope Leo XIV praises Catholics who led Church in ‘new directions’
Pope Leo XIV on Friday highlighted the contributions of laypeople and religious who helped shape Catholic social teaching and embodied “a Church forging ahead in new directions.” During a Sept.…
Priest describes tearful ‘spiritual experience’ during consecration after video goes viral online
A video of a Catholic priest breaking down in tears and struggling to raise the chalice above his head while saying the consecration prayers during Mass spread across social media…
Vatican tells UN: Hate speech is poison that leads to violence and persecution
The Vatican has condemned hate speech to the United Nations (U.N.) as a threat to human dignity and a dangerous source of violence and division among peoples. Archbishop Christophe-Zakhia El-Kassis,…
St. Peter’s Basilica completes mosaic restoration of ornate chapel dome
St. Peter’s Basilica, which is marking 400 years since its consecration, has completed a mosaic restoration in the dome of one of its most ornate chapels. The Fabbrica di San…
White House touts list of ‘victories’ for people of faith
The White House has released what it describes as “President Trump’s Top 250 Victories For People of Faith,” a list that highlights the administration’s accomplishments on issues of concern to…