From Mount Saint Mary’s Seminary and School of Theology: God willing, I will be ordained a deacon at the end of this school year, a big step on the road to the priesthood. That milestone feels both exciting and humbling, and it’s possible because of the people and experiences that …

By Kate Olivera CNA Newsroom, Dec 8, 2025 / 04:00 am Mary, under her title of the Immaculate Conception, has been patroness of the United States since the mid-19th century. But her protection of the nation dates back to its earliest history. One of the first Catholic churches in what is …

By Francesca Pollio Fenton CNA Staff, Dec 7, 2025 / 06:00 am A little over a year ago, Father Matthew Gonzalez, a priest in the Archdiocese of Newark, New Jersey, had the idea to create a group for boys in grades eight to 12 that focuses on vocations and what it …

Three years ago, I was blessed with the opportunity to make a pilgrimage to the Holy Land. While in Bethlehem, I was deeply moved by a reflection on Luke’s Gospel. Standing in the fields where the shepherds once stood, I imagined myself alongside those shepherds, encountering the angels. As I …

After eight years of serving as executive director of St. Vincent de Paul in Dayton, Michael Vanderburgh’s last day was yesterday. We are grateful for his servant leadership as he shepherded the organization through unimaginable challenges from the Memorial Day tornadoes to a global pandemic. Through it all, he prioritized …

As the Church marks the Second Sunday of Advent, Jenny Kraska offers her reflection on the Gospel reading for the day. By Jenny Kraska At this time of year, I love to watch It’s a Wonderful Life – one of my favorite Christmas movies. No matter how many times I’ve seen it, …

Ahead of the 6th edition of the Vatican’s Concert with the Poor, to be held on 6 December, Canadian singer and songwriter Michael Bublé shares how “music is a gift from God” and says he hopes to use his platform as an artist to share his faith. By Fr. Felipe …

In honor of Saint Nicholas, here’s two videos about the life of this Saint from Catholic.org, and the longer video entitled History of real Saint Nicholas:

American actor Chris Pratt is currently filming a documentary on the Vatican Necropolis. Produced by Vatican Media, the Fabric of St Peter, and AF Films, it will be released in 2026 for the 400th anniversary of the inauguration and dedication of the Basilica. Vatican News Filming is currently underway in …

by Hannah Brockhaus Rome Newsroom, Dec 6, 2021 / 06:00 am St. Nicholas, whose feast day is celebrated on Dec. 6, is well known as possibly the real-life inspiration for the beloved Christmas character of Santa Claus. Not a lot is known about the historical Nicholas, who was bishop of …