Vatican offers plenary indulgence for World Day for Grandparents (Vatican Press Office)
Pope Francis has authorized the granting of a plenary indulgence to all the faithful who participate in the Third World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly. The plenary indulgence will be available— under the usual conditions— to those who participate in the July 23 ceremony in St. Peter’s basilica, and to all those who prayerfully […]
Vatican commission to collect stories of 21st-century martyrs (CNA)
The Vatican has created a special commission to collect the stories of Christian martyrs in this century. In a letter released July 5, Pope Francis announced the establishment of the commission, within the Dicastery for the Causes of Saints, to record the accounts of Christian martyrdom since the year 2000. He noted that “the martyrs […]
New DDF prefect open to same-sex blessings (InfoVaticana)
The newly appointed prefect of the Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith (DDF) has indicated that he is open to church blessings for same-sex couples. In his first interview since his appointment as the Vatican’s top doctrinal official, Cardinal Victor Manuel Fernandez said that a same-sex union cannot be considered a marriage. But he […]
Ukrainian counteroffensive: Worries over nuclear power plant
As Ukraine continues its effort to reclaim territory from Russia, Kyiv warns that Moscow may target Europe’s largest nuclear power plant. Read all
Judge blocks Biden admin from colluding with social media to censor conservative speech
‘If the allegations made by Plaintiffs are true, the present case arguably involves the most massive attack against free speech in United States history,’ Judge Terry Doughty wrote.
Soros’ Open Society Foundations set to lay off at least 40 percent of workforce
Soros group plans massive cuts as George’s son, Alex Soros, takes over. Under his reign, the foundation will look to expand its funding of abortion.
Judge blocks Biden admin from colluding with social media to censor conservative speech
‘If the allegations made by Plaintiffs are true, the present case arguably involves the most massive attack against free speech in United States history,’ Judge Terry Doughty wrote.
Soros’ Open Society Foundations set to lay off at least 40 percent of workforce
Soros group plans massive cuts as George’s son, Alex Soros, takes over. Under his reign, the foundation will look to expand its funding of abortion.
Destruction of Catholic retreat center’s cross a possible hate crime, Orange County authorities say
Cross installed after Father’s Day 2023 at Santiago Retreat Center, Orange County, California. / Photo courtesy of Santiago Retreat Center Denver, Colo., Jul 5, 2023 / 07:30 am (CNA). An unknown vandal or vandals sawed down a 14-foot cross at a Catholic-run retreat center in Orange County, California, and investigators are considering whether the act […]
Flocknote Founder Offers Communication Tips for Reaching the Faithful
‘Why They Follow’ is newly out from Word on Fire. Matthew Warner’s new book, ‘Why They Follow,’ offers timely advice on Church communication and why not only messaging but trust is key.