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Lord’s Day Reflection: The Cure for Indifference
As the Church marks the Twenty-sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time, Abbot Marion Nguyen reflects on the theme, “The Cure for Indifference: A Spiritual Prescription” By Abbot Marion Nguyen The parable of the rich man and Lazarus (Lk 16:19–31) is striking not because the rich man is portrayed as wicked, but …
Pope Leo urges Catholics to pray daily Rosary for Peace in October
Pope Leo XIV invites the faithful to join in praying the Rosary every day during October to invoke God’s gift of peace, and announces a Rosary in St. Peter’s Square on October 11 as part of the Jubilee of Marian Spirituality. By Devin Watkins Catholics across the globe will unite …
Pope renews appeal for Gaza ceasefire: Inviolable human dignity of all must be respected
At the conclusion of his weekly General Audience, Pope Leo XIV expresses his “deepest” sympathy for the people of Gaza. He renews his appeal for a ceasefire, the release of hostages, a diplomatic solution to the crisis, and full respect for international humanitarian law. By Christopher Wells “I express my …
Pope prays for Charlie Kirk and bereaved family
Pope Leo XIV expresses concern about political violence and is praying for the late American activist Charlie Kirk, his wife, and two children, according to the Holy See Press Office. By Vatican News The Director of the Holy See Press Office, Matteo Bruni, responded to reporters’ questions on Tuesday about …
“Leo from Chicago,” Vatican media’s documentary on Pope Leo XIV’s United States roots
“Leo from Chicago,” a documentary coming soon on Vatican media’s channels, will offer viewers an intimate portrait of Pope Leo XIV’s early life throughout the United States, beginning with the testimonies of his brothers Louis and John, along with numerous voices, images, and stories told by those closest to the …
Lord’s Day Reflection: Where suffering and love meet
As the Church celebrates the Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross, Jenny Kraska reflects on the theme, “Where suffering and love meet”. By Jenny Kraska Each year on September 14, the Church celebrates the Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross – a day when Christians are …
US Catholic Leaders call for prayer in ‘perilous moment’ in society
Following the assassination of a political activist in Utah, U.S. Catholic leaders call for prayer, highlighting a wider pattern of violence affecting communities nationwide. By Vatican News Catholic bishops and Church leaders in the United States have responded with grief and appeals for peace following the killing of conservative activist …
Pier Giorgio Frassati, a “True Brother” to be canonized by Pope
Testimonies from young members of Catholic Action reveal the enduring relevance of Pier Giorgio Frassati, who called life “joy through suffering,” and showed that peace and hope are born from someone in love, who says “yes” each day to God and to others. By Eleanna Guglielmi 1925: Jubilee of Peace. 2025: …
Lord’s Day reflection: The cost of discipleship
As the Church marks the Twenty-third Sunday of Ordinary Time, Fr Luke Gregory reflects on “The cost of discipleship: a call to true commitment” By Fr Luke Gregory, OFM The teachings of Jesus resonate profoundly, especially for those seeking deeper meaning and peace. As revealed to us in the Gospel …
Fr. Faltas on Gaza: ‘It’s truly an inhumane situation’
During a visit to Italy, Franciscan friar Ibrahim Faltas illustrates the terrible situation the people of the Holy Land region are living in, and warns that if things continue as they are, “there will truly be no Christians left.” By Kielce Gussie “The situation in Gaza is terrible”, Fr. Ibrahim …
