Restoration of Bethlehem’s Grotto of the Nativity ‘a sign of hope and unity’
The Greek Orthodox Patriarchate of Jerusalem and the Custody of the Holy Land announce that works are set to begin to restore the “cradle” of Christianity—the place where Jesus was born—in Bethlehem. By Cecilia Seppia In Bethlehem, everything is ready to begin the restoration works of the Grotto of the …
The Church Fathers: The Ancient Providers and Protectors of God’s Family
by Fr. Jacob Lindle Every Sunday, you stand up from your creaky pew and proclaim, “I believe in one, holy, catholic, and apostolic Church.” Now, how on earth do you believe that? There are tens of thousands of Christian denominations around the globe, and yet, there you are at your …
Lord’s Day Reflection: The here and now significance of Jesus’ ministry in Capernaum
As the Church celebrates the Third Sunday in Ordinary Time, Fr. Luke Gregory, OFM, reflects on the theme: “The here and now significance of Jesus’ ministry in Capernaum.” By Fr. Luke Gregory, OFM* In our journey through the rich tapestry of Scripture, the significance of Jesus’ ministry, particularly in Capernaum, …
Movie Review—The Apartment (1960)
by Michael Momper A good romantic comedy not only has you laughing, it also says something edifying about human relationships. It should reach beyond the low-hanging fruit of vulgar bedroom jokes to instead amuse us with the love-struck antics of its protagonist(s) in a way that bolsters one’s belief in …
Feast of Francis de Sales, Patron Saint of the Archdiocese of Cincinnati
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, Happy New Year! I pray that you had a blessed and joyful Christmas season with your family, friends, and loved ones. A new year calls us to reflection. As we look back with gratitude for God’s goodness, we look ahead with faith and hope. …
Fact check: Are there more Gen Z Catholics than Protestants?
Researchers’ findings reveal conflicting data. By Tessa Gervasini January 22, 2026 at 9:00 AM ET Multiple news reports have said the number of Generation Z Catholics is surging in the United States. ZENIT, an international Catholic news service, and Magisterium AI, a Catholic artificial intelligence agency, cited data from the 2023 Cooperative Election Study (CES) …
Greenland’s only Catholic priest: ‘We’re not just minerals or a military position’
The friar who ministers to 800 Catholics on the world’s largest island watches international negotiations with unease. By Victoria Cardiel January 22, 2026 at 11:00 AM ET In Greenland, the world’s largest island, glaciers spill toward the sea from a vast ice cap — and in the middle of that extreme …
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Graphic Designer, The Catholic Telegraph – Archdiocese Pastoral Center (Cincinnati, OH) Archdiocese of Cincinnati, 100 East Eighth Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202 Full-Time, Practicing Catholic Greater Cincinnati Posted 2 weeks ago Posted: 01/06/2026 The Archdiocese of Cincinnati is seeking a Graphic Designer to create beautiful and compelling print and digital design …
When Abortion Pills Become Tools of Coercion, Policy Must Change
The Final Word with Bob Wurzelbacher January is a month of new beginnings. As we begin 2026, so does a familiar movement of hope and witness: in just a few weeks, tens of thousands of people from across the country will gather again to promote the dignity of the unborn, …
Obituary: Sister Paula Laschenski, SNDdeN
Sister Paula Laschenski, a Sister of Notre Dame de Namur, born in Philadelphia, PA, died peacefully on Jan. 18, 2026 at the age of 97, in the 79th year of her religious life. Her passing is mourned by the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur and many loving friends. Her parents and …
