Major Archbishop says Russia using ‘diabolical tactics’ against Ukraine
Ukraine’s chief Catholic leader said Russia’s new strategy in its war against its neighbor is “the destruction of our civilian population.” The Head of the Ukrainian Greek-Catholic Church Major Archbishop is Sviatoslav Shevchuk was speaking in his address marking the 112th week of the full-scale Russian invasion. He said Russia uses “diabolical tactics — to […]
Marian shrine in Cameroon desecrated; four icons destroyed
YAOUNDÉ, Cameroon – Catholics are expressing outrage at the desecration of the Mary Queen of Peace Shrine Nsimalen, in the outskirts of Cameroon’s capital, Yaoundé. Unknown vandals attacked the sanctuary on the night of April 2 to 3, 2024, according to Archbishop Jean Mbarga. “The unidentified individuals destroyed four icons of Christ and the Virgin […]
Expert says Vatican document can’t align the church with liberals or conservatives
NEW YORK – As liberals and conservatives applaud or denounce the Vatican’s new document on human dignity for its stance on particular issues, Catholic moral theologians instead highlight the consistency with which the issues are addressed, and the adherence to church teaching exhibited. “The [list of issues] demolishes any kind of attempt to align the […]
Pope gave ‘morale boost’ to families of hostages, Israeli envoy says
ROME – Pope Francis on Monday met with family members of several Israeli hostages being held by Hamas, offering his solidarity and what Israel’s Ambassador to the Holy See said was a much needed “morale boost” as they continue wondering about the condition of their loved ones. Speaking to Crux, Israeli Ambassador to the Holy […]
Day 100: This Is My Body (2024)
Today we read about Jesus’ powerful teaching about the Eucharist. Fr. Mike invites us to believe that the Eucharist is truly the Body, Blood, Soul, and Divinity of Our Lord Jesus Christ because Jesus said it himself. Today’s readings are John 4-6 and Proverbs 5:7-14. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The […]
Is this synodality?
A surprisingly large number of priests are said to have lately been replying “no thanks” when invited to become bishops. If that’s so, it may help explain why Pope Francis, responding to discussions that took place last October at the Synod on Synodality, has commissioned a study that will include “criteria for selecting candidates to […]