Before the Tailgate
This Sunday, November 2, 2025 The Cincinnati Bengals host the Chicago Bears at Paycor Stadium at 1:00 p.m.. Before the tailgate or enjoying downtown Cincinnati, head to Mass at our beautiful downtown catholic churches on this the All Souls Day. The Cathedral Basilica of St. Peter in Chains: November 2 All …
Are Halloween ‘hell houses’ a good way to save souls?
By Zelda Caldwell Washington, D.C. Newsroom, Oct 29, 2022 / 10:55 am This October some churches and ministries in the United States are once again hosting Christian versions of haunted houses, and nonbelievers and believers alike are lining up for some rather existential spine-tingling for the first time since the pandemic. …
USCCB president calls for prayers and aid for those affected by Hurricane Melissa
Archbishop Timothy P. Broglio issues a statement calls for prayers and actions to support those impacted by the Category 5 hurricane. He urges all people of good will to “stand in solidarity by supporting the efforts of organizations already on the ground such as Caritas Haiti, Caritas Cuba, and Caritas …
Catholic Charities USA launches fundraising effort amid government shutdown, loss of SNAP
By Madalaine Elhabbal Washington, D.C. Newsroom, Oct 30, 2025 / 14:05 pm Catholic Charities USA has launched an emergency fundraising effort to support those about to lose access to federal food assistance in the coming days. Due to the ongoing government shutdown, funding for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) will …
Vatican to weigh in on Mary’s role in salvation with doctrine document on Nov. 4
By Hannah Brockhaus Vatican City, Oct 30, 2025 / 09:14 am The Vatican’s doctrine office announced Thursday it will release a document on Nov. 4 about titles of Mary that refer to her “cooperation in the work of salvation.” Mary’s contribution to human salvation, specifically the title of “Co-Redemptrix” (“Co-Redeemer”) has …
The Sower
In a visually saturated world, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed and become desensitized to beauty. Visio Divina, Latin for “divine seeing,” encourages us to slow down and engage in visual contemplation, using art as a profound tool for connecting with the Divine. A Guide to Visio Divina Begin by making …
Pope Leo prays for victims of Hurricane Melissa
At the end of the general audience on Wednesday, Pope Leo expresses his closeness to those affected by Hurricane Melissa, a storm of ‘catastrophic power’, and encourages civil authorities to ‘do everything possible’ to support those affected. By Edoardo Giribaldi Downed power lines, piles of debris, and vehicles submerged in …
Hurricane Melissa brings floods to Cuba after devastating Jamaica
Hurricane Melissa has ravaged Jamaica and is now gradually weakening, after making landfall in Cuba. It`s been one of the most powerful Atlantic Storms on record. By James Blears Large swathes of Jamaica are underwater, engulfed by massive flash flooding. Most of the island is still without electricity. Melissa cannoned …
Israeli airstrikes kill at least 100 Palestinians in Gaza
At least 100 Palestinians were killed in Israeli attacks across the Gaza Strip from late Tuesday to Wednesday. By Nathan Morley At least 100 Palestinians were killed in Israeli airstrikes across the Gaza Strip from late Tuesday into Wednesday, in what officials described as the most intense escalation since the …
U.S. Bishops: Gov. shutdown ‘catastrophic’ for those in need
Archbishop Timothy Broglio issues a plea to end the government shutdown as it puts the burden “heavily on the poor and vulnerable of our nation, who are the least able to move forward.” By Vatican News As the United States faces the fourth week of a government shutdown, Archbishop Timothy …
