Reflections on life, meaning and purpose

Catholic pilgrimages in the United States: a new renaissance?

Catholic pilgrims on the Katy Trail Pilgrimage begin the route from Augusta on Oct. 9, 2023. / Jonah McKeown/CNA CNA Staff, May 17, 2024 / 06:00 am (CNA). This weekend, the longest Catholic pilgrimages ever organized in the United States — possibly the world — will commence on the edges of the country.  The National […]

Pregnant out of Wedlock: The Catholic Answer – Questions with Father #45 – Fr. Palko

This week on the SSPX Podcast we address the sensitive topic of pregnancies out of wedlock. These occurrences, though hopefully rare, do happen and Catholics should know how to address them prudently and in the light of Catholic moral teaching. Moreover, out-of-wedlock pregnancies raise a host of questions, with the most prevalent being, “Must the […]

Indonesian bishops’ conference marks 100th anniversary (Fides)

The bishops of Indonesia marked the 100th anniversary of their first joint meeting with Mass and the dedication of new headquarters for the bishops’ conference. Archbishop Piero Pioppo, the apostolic nuncio, said that “Pope Francis’s visit to Indonesia next September will certainly strengthen the morale and faith of our community.” The prelate expressed hope that […]