St. Pius V (Pope)

St. Pius V (1504-1572) was the pope entrusted with enforcing the decrees and reforms of the Council of Trent. Born in Italy as Michael Ghislieri, he came from a humble background, and as a youth entered the Dominican Order. Michael developed a reputation as a preacher and teacher; in 1556 he was appointed a bishop, […]

Day 120: David Mourns Saul (2022)

Today we begin two new books as we read 2 Samuel 1, 1 Chronicles 1, and Psalm 13. Fr. Mike shows us how nothing in scripture is wasted space, and also points out how, through God’s grace, we can move past the things that have hurt us. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please […]

Papal Foundation Approves Record Number of Grants

Edward Pentin Leadership of the Papal Foundation photographed during a visit in Rome, Italy in April 2022. David Savage, (left) executive director, and Eustace Mita , (right) president In this April 27 interview, executives Eustace Mita and David Savage say the organization has put behind it the controversy over its decision to rescue a scandal-ridden […]