Holy See: Development programmes must focus on integral human development
Msgr. Robert Murphy, Deputy Permanent Observer and Chargé d’Affaires of the Holy See Mission to the United Nations addresses the High-Level Political Forum on Sustainable Development saying that development models should advance integral human development in addition to economic or financial challenges. Read all
5 Timeless Virtues from Roman History to Amplify Your Spiritual Journey
Can the wisdom of the ancients help us spiritually today? A recent episode of “The Catholic Gentleman” with host John Heinen and guest Ryan Scheel from “The Catholic Talk Show” presents an enlightening exploration into the heart of Roman history. Unearthing timeless virtues that have stood the test of millennia, the guys offer a unique […]
New Catholic ministry invites the whole family to grow in their faith and in community
Credit: Soren Johnson/Trinity House Community Denver, Colo., Jul 15, 2023 / 06:00 am (CNA). A new Catholic ministry aims to bring families together and bring a “taste of heaven” into their homes. Trinity House Community Groups offer families formation, fellowship, and the tools needed to live out their faith and pass it on to their […]
Pope Francis confirms Shanghai bishop appointed in violation of Vatican-China deal
A worshipers waves the flag of China as Pope Francis leaves following the weekly general audience on June 12, 2019, at St. Peter’s square in the Vatican. / Photo by FILIPPO MONTEFORTE/AFP via Getty Images Rome Newsroom, Jul 15, 2023 / 06:30 am (CNA). Pope Francis has decided to approve the appointment of the bishop […]
Benedictines in the U.S. return to organ building
Saint John’s Abbey organ console. Martin Pasi did a project expanding the abbey organ beginning in 2019 and after coming to know the monks, came up with the idea of moving his organ-building operation there. / Photo courtesy of Saint John’s Abbey/Father Lew Grobe and Kevin Vogt of St. Michael the Archangel Parish in Leawood, […]
Pope John Paul II’s Personal Secretary Makes Private Visit to Medjugorje
Kyle Burkhart Cardinal Stanislaw Dziwisz. In front of St. James Church, the Polish cardinal met pilgrims from Ukraine, with whom he prayed and whom he blessed.
The Lord’s Day Reflection: ‘You crown the year with your goodness’
As the Church marks the Fifteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time, Fr. Luke Gregory, OFM, offers his thoughts on the day’s liturgical readings under the theme: “You crown the year with your goodness”. Read all
Black Louisiana Priest Hospitalized After Machete Attack, Race Cited as Possible Motive
Fedorovekb Father Ugwu was taken to an area hospital and is being treated for lacerations to his head and body. St. Landry Parish Sheriff’s Office confirmed that Neely faces charges of attempted second-degree murder, hate crimes, and home invasion.
Pope Francis’ Preferential Option for Diplomats
National Catholic Register Pope Francis received Archbishop Christophe Pierre, apostolic nuncio to the United States, in a private audience at the Vatican, June 14, 2019. On July 9, the Holy Father named him a cardinal. COMMENTARY: That the Holy Father has created cardinals from serving nuncios multiple times is one telling sign of their return […]
Bolivia’s Attorney General Accuses Jesuits of Obstructing Sex Abuse Investigation
Bolivia Attorney General’s Office Bolivia Attorney General Juan Lanchipa. At the same time, the Jesuits denied having obstructed ongoing investigations or having altered Father Pedrajas’ diary.