What does it mean to be laicized, defrocked, or dismissed from the clerical state?
By CNA Staff Denver, Colo., Dec 22, 2022 / 06:43 am On Nov. 9, Cardinal Lazzaro You Heung Sik, prefect for the Vatican’s Dicastery for the Clergy, laicized Father Frank Pavone from the priesthood for “blasphemous communications on social media” and “persistent disobedience of lawful instructions of his diocesan bishop.” But what does …
With Zelenskyy in the U.S., faith leaders sign petition calling for a ‘Christmas truce’
By Katie Yoder Washington D.C., Dec 21, 2022 / 16:20 pm As Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy visits the United States, about 1,000 faith leaders, including some Catholics, are calling for a Christmas truce in his country. Led by The Fellowship of Reconciliation-USA, the National Council of Elders, CODEPINK, and the Peace …
A Christmas Message from Archbishop Schnurr
Jesus rescued us from the road to destruction and has shown us the way back to eternal life in God. In that marvelous exchange, Jesus revealed His humanity on the first Christmas so that humanity could share in His divinity. May you and your family know God’s love this Christmas. …
Advent Reflections 2022
Introduction to Advent 2022 Invitation to Prayer: Let us go rejoicing to the house of the Lord. Reflection: The first candle is about to be lit! Tomorrow is the first Sunday of Advent. Hopefully, you are participating with an Advent Wreath in your home this season. In his excellent article, “The …
Vatican: Benedict XVI’s condition serious but stable
by Hannah Brockhaus Vatican City, Dec 29, 2022 / 06:35 am Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI’s condition is serious but stable, the Vatican said on Thursday. “The Pope Emeritus was able to rest well last night; he is absolutely lucid and alert, and today, although his condition remains serious, the situation …
EWTN Christmas Broadcast Schedule 2022
Friday, December 23rd, Friday of the Fourth Week of Advent 2:30 a.m. Carols by Candlelight from Knock Shrine 8:00 a.m. Daily Mass The Franciscan Missionaries of the Eternal Word celebrate Mass from the Our Lady of Angels Chapel in Irondale, AL 1:30 p.m: In Concert & Festive Advent Concert: From …
12 saints’ quotes about the true meaning of Christmas
by Katie Yoder Washington, D.C. Newsroom, Dec 24, 2021 / 17:00 pm While the saints offer unique insights into Christmas, they also touch on similar themes: hope, joy, and the unconditional love of God for each and every person. In celebration of Baby Jesus’ birth, here are 12 saints’ quotes …
What are we Waiting For?
Advent is a time of waiting, but what are we waiting for? Jesus the Incarnate Word of God has already come into the world. “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believes in Him shall not perish, but have everlasting life” (Jn. …
Messi: Will he keep his promise to the Virgin Mary after winning the World Cup?
By CNA Staff CNA Newsroom, Dec 19, 2022 / 12:45 pm After Argentina’s victory at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, a promise made by soccer superstar Lionel Messi to the Virgin Mary has resurfaced. Will he fulfill it? Lionel Messi, 35, played his fifth World Cup wearing Argentina’s jersey and …
Seasons’ Greetings and Christian Discernment
Each year we hear the perennial objections of those who lament hearing the salutation, “Season’s Greetings” instead of “Merry Christmas.” The common complaint, of course, is that this season is about the birth of the Christ, the savior of humankind. Thus, the reasoning goes, recourse to the general reference of …
