Junno Arocho Esteves, Catholic News Service
Vatican foundation launches global initiatives for Pope Benedict XVI centenary: ‘Ratzinger’s...
The Joseph Ratzinger-Benedict XVI Vatican Foundation announced a series of initiatives across several continents that will take place throughout 2026 to mark the centenary...
Iraqi Archbishop Amel Nona elected Chaldean patriarch, takes name Paul III
Iraqi Archbishop Amel Shamon Nona, who until now led the Chaldean Eparchy of St. Thomas the Apostle of Australia and New Zealand, was elected...
Marco Gallo’s mother reflects on son’s faith as his sainthood cause...
It was a typical fall day like any other in 2011 when Marco Gallo, a 17-year-old from northern Italy, rode his scooter to school.
The...
Archbishop Paolo Borgia, apostolic nuncio to Lebanon, says war ‘is not...
As the death toll in Lebanon continues to rise following devastating strikes by the Israeli military, the Vatican's representative in the country said the...
Holy Week around the world: faith expressed through culture and tradition:...
From solemn processions in Spain to dramatic reenactments of Christ's passion in an El Salvadoran prison yard, Catholics around the world commemorate Holy Week...
Pope Leo XIV: Priests in crisis need prayer, friendship and support
Pope Leo XIV has called on Catholics to pray for priests who find themselves in crisis and to "support those who so often support...
France sees surge in adult baptisms ahead of Easter Vigil: ‘Struck...
Over 20,000 catechumens in France are expected to be baptized during the Easter Vigil, marking a 20% increase compared to baptisms in 2025.
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U.K. religious leaders warn of ‘radical shift’ in abortion law —...
Religious leaders and pro-life advocates are raising alarms about changes to abortion laws in Britain after the House of Lords advanced legislation that would...
Pope Leo XIV Spain visit organizers hope for spiritual revival, ‘that...
With the Vatican confirming Pope Leo XIV's trip to Spain in June, plans for the upcoming visit are full steam ahead, the organizer of...
Catholic experts reflect on abuse, power and hope after release of...
News of the arrest of Andrew Mountbatten Windsor, followed by Feb. 24 arrest of Peter Mandelson, former British ambassador to the United States --...