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What a priest on the way to sainthood remembered from Hiroshima

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Justin Bieber’s surprising declaration of faith at Coachella

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Why are some Catholic priests called “pastor”?

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Remembering: Pope Francis’ Easter message (full text and photos)

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Meet the unusual residents of Sagrada Familia

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“Emily in Paris” star’s surprising salute to faith

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In Angola, Pope Leo prays for Ukraine, Lebanon

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What will we leave behind for those we love?

Lifestyle

5 Great resources to help you understand the Mass

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This English martyr is the patron saint of booksellers

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Belonging before believing: My wife, the Evangelist

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Do you hate art museums? Why (and how) to take a 2nd look

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How the road to Emmaus mirrors what happens at Mass

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The short prayer that gives Pope Leo peace at night

What a priest on the way to sainthood remembered from Hiroshima

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A dying senator’s 4 regrets will make you rethink life

4 Saints for 4 desperate situations, and prayers to them

Fr. Walter Ciszek’s cause for canonization has been suspended

How the road to Emmaus mirrors what happens at Mass

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Leo XIV

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Africa, education, living in bubbles, and hope: Pope addresses students

During a lively meeting with university students in Yaoundé, the Pontiff challenged young Africans to resist emigration and build a better society.

Pope has unscheduled meeting with Cameroon religious

Cameroon is teeming with youth: Pope urges them to bring life

In Cameroon, Pope Leo XIV shows his passion for peace

Pope Leo XIV stands out on TIME’s most influential list

In region with “Anglophone crisis,” Pope’s message is in English

Pope’s brother targeted in bomb threat at Chicago-area home

Vance started off well … but US bishops reply to latest comments

AI writes faster than we can think. That’s a problem.

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Fr. Walter Ciszek’s cause for canonization has been suspended

The Walter Ciszek Prayer League announced the news on Facebook that they are no longer able to pursue his beatification or canonization.

Pope’s brother targeted in bomb threat at Chicago-area home

Toronto cardinal to lead beatification of Georgia martyrs

The ’60 Minutes’ feature with the 3 US cardinals who lead dioceses

Voices around world echo Pope’s words after Trump post

Pope’s Africa visit amid new death tolls in Nigeria, Congo, elsewhere

U.S. Bishops’ leader responds to Trump’s post on Pope Leo

U.S. Catholics pledge to immigrants: “You are not alone!”

White Sox “Pope Hat” night to honor most famous fan

Inspiring Stories

How a visit to the Holy Land changed a “de facto Catholic”

A dying senator’s 4 regrets will make you rethink life

3 Irish teens inspire with their unique Mass ritual

Pope Leo XIV stands out on TIME’s most influential list

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Saint Anselm of Canterbury

Daily prayer

Prayer for the Morning

Meditation of the Day

Prayer for the Evening

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An expert on what a Blessed Fulton Sheen brings to US today

A message? On Cardinal Tagle leading Fulton Sheen’s beatification

Tourist or pilgrim: What’s really the difference?

The tiredness of the pilgrimage … is kind of the point

An Easter chick’s lesson will change your outlook on hard times

Is a priest removed from life’s realities? Here’s my answer

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Monks have a secret to peace: Now there’s an app for it

This app and daily meditations teach regular people the life-changing habits that bring monks and nuns peace and productivity.

Could this be the perfect rosary for busy parents?

7 Reasons the Good News is fabulous news

Do works of mercy without leaving your chair

5 Ways to rise with the Risen Christ this season

9 Beautiful baby names inspired by American saints

Missed the Holy Land collection? Here’s how to give

What your Easter chocolate eating really says about you!

Rethinking autism with truth and compassion

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7 Recent popes and their public comments on war and peace

Here is a list of saints, blesseds, and venerables from Canada

Did you know a copy of Psalm 8 was left on the moon?

Leo says this letter can help you pray: Here’s what it says

How the cross of death was turned into a tree of life

Cardinal Dolan praises 3-word prayer, and a few more

Wisdom of the Day

“In baptism we all have an inheritance, which is the ability to become saints.”

Pope Francis

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How to wait for Mr. Darcy without losing peace or dignity

Who wouldn't want to date a gentleman like Mr. Darcy — from Jane Austen's famous novel 'Pride and Prejudice'? Here are some tips for choosing wisely.

Our favorite Catholic podcasts for women (Video)

Here are some of our favorite Catholic coffee brands (Video)

Nursing moms can turn to Our Lady of La Leche (Video)

Ladies, you need to try this great Irish tradition at Epiphany!

Teach kids about the saints with our lesson plans (Video)

Winter prayer to experience love, warmth, and light (Video)

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3 Steps to great conversations during you next girls’ night

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Prayers and war and who God listens to

Vance started off well … but US bishops reply to latest comments

AI writes faster than we can think. That’s a problem.

What are “matters of morality”? A look at what Vance (and Leo) said

A look at Leo’s words, just wars, and what’s not considered

Explainer: What are the Personal Ordinariates for former Anglicans?

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Africa, education, living in bubbles, and hope: Pope addresses students

During a lively meeting with university students in Yaoundé, the Pontiff challenged young Africans to resist emigration and build a better society.

Pope has unscheduled meeting with Cameroon religious

Cameroon is teeming with youth: Pope urges them to bring life

In Cameroon, Pope Leo XIV shows his passion for peace

In region with “Anglophone crisis,” Pope’s message is in English

Leo XIV: Power must serve the common good

Pope Leo XIV delivers hard-hitting speech to Cameroon leaders

Duolingo would be proud: Leo’s language skills shine in Africa

Pope on St. Augustine for Muslims and visiting mosques

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The nun-mapped trail connecting the shrines of St. Benedict

The newly rediscovered Cammino della Santissima Trinità offers a quiet alternative to the most popular pilgrimage routes in Europe.

The tiny Italian Alpine lake that celebrates St. Julius on January 31

Cardinal Pizzaballa encourages Holy Land pilgrims to return

Inside the cave where Revelation was written

Sand, sea, and Scripture: Spain’s beach Nativity returns

Our Lady of Guadalupe basilica drew record crowd

A Jubilee Christmas in Malta: The gift of hope

Where Mary has been loved for 2,000 years (Watch)

The Tagus Route: A journey toward Fátima, on foot

Art & Culture

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The surprising story of how St. Augustine became an Algerian icon

US Catholic bishops have interesting idea for 7 weeks of Easter

Graphic novel: The life and martyrdom of Shahbaz Bhatti

The saint and his homeland behind the Easter flowers at St. Peter’s

Have you heard of Angel Monday?

The Ten Commandments: DeMille’s masterpiece, 70 years later

Jerusalem’s Holy Sepulchre treasures arrive in Texas

Remembering Monaco’s lady of grace

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20-year-old filmmaker wins award for powerful 1-minute film about marriage

Meet the dad who’s teaching basic skills on YouTube for kids without a father figure

Pope asks us to add these 2 prayers to end of Rosary in month of May

Why the pope’s blessing on March 27 is absolutely unique

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What a priest on the way to sainthood remembered from Hiroshima

4 Saints for 4 desperate situations, and prayers to them

‘Mother of the Heart’ brings hope on old slave trade route

Elders must be listened to, says Leo at care home in Angola

How the Vatican uncovered a hidden El Greco

The short prayer that gives Pope Leo peace at night

St. John Paul II’s guide for using media and screens in the family

Justin Bieber’s surprising declaration of faith at Coachella

Why are some Catholic priests called “pastor”?

Remembering: Pope Francis’ Easter message (full text and photos)

Meet the unusual residents of Sagrada Familia

“Emily in Paris” star’s surprising salute to faith

In Angola, Pope Leo prays for Ukraine, Lebanon

What will we leave behind for those we love?

5 Great resources to help you understand the Mass

This English martyr is the patron saint of booksellers

Belonging before believing: My wife, the Evangelist

Do you hate art museums? Why (and how) to take a 2nd look

How the road to Emmaus mirrors what happens at Mass

Justin Bieber’s surprising declaration of faith at Coachella

Why are some Catholic priests called “pastor”?

Remembering: Pope Francis’ Easter message (full text and photos)

Meet the unusual residents of Sagrada Familia

“Emily in Paris” star’s surprising salute to faith

In Angola, Pope Leo prays for Ukraine, Lebanon

What will we leave behind for those we love?

5 Great resources to help you understand the Mass

This English martyr is the patron saint of booksellers

Belonging before believing: My wife, the Evangelist

Do you hate art museums? Why (and how) to take a 2nd look

How the road to Emmaus mirrors what happens at Mass

Africa, education, living in bubbles, and hope: Pope addresses students

Pope has unscheduled meeting with Cameroon religious

Cameroon is teeming with youth: Pope urges them to bring life

In Cameroon, Pope Leo XIV shows his passion for peace

Pope Leo XIV stands out on TIME’s most influential list

In region with “Anglophone crisis,” Pope’s message is in English

Pope’s brother targeted in bomb threat at Chicago-area home

Vance started off well … but US bishops reply to latest comments

AI writes faster than we can think. That’s a problem.

Fr. Walter Ciszek’s cause for canonization has been suspended

Pope’s brother targeted in bomb threat at Chicago-area home

Toronto cardinal to lead beatification of Georgia martyrs

The ’60 Minutes’ feature with the 3 US cardinals who lead dioceses

Voices around world echo Pope’s words after Trump post

Pope’s Africa visit amid new death tolls in Nigeria, Congo, elsewhere

U.S. Bishops’ leader responds to Trump’s post on Pope Leo

U.S. Catholics pledge to immigrants: “You are not alone!”

White Sox “Pope Hat” night to honor most famous fan

How a visit to the Holy Land changed a “de facto Catholic”

A dying senator’s 4 regrets will make you rethink life

3 Irish teens inspire with their unique Mass ritual

Pope Leo XIV stands out on TIME’s most influential list

An expert on what a Blessed Fulton Sheen brings to US today

A message? On Cardinal Tagle leading Fulton Sheen’s beatification

Tourist or pilgrim: What’s really the difference?

The tiredness of the pilgrimage … is kind of the point

An Easter chick’s lesson will change your outlook on hard times

Is a priest removed from life’s realities? Here’s my answer

Monks have a secret to peace: Now there’s an app for it

Could this be the perfect rosary for busy parents?

7 Reasons the Good News is fabulous news

Do works of mercy without leaving your chair

5 Ways to rise with the Risen Christ this season

9 Beautiful baby names inspired by American saints

Missed the Holy Land collection? Here’s how to give

What your Easter chocolate eating really says about you!

Rethinking autism with truth and compassion

7 Recent popes and their public comments on war and peace

Here is a list of saints, blesseds, and venerables from Canada

Did you know a copy of Psalm 8 was left on the moon?

Leo says this letter can help you pray: Here’s what it says

How the cross of death was turned into a tree of life

Cardinal Dolan praises 3-word prayer, and a few more

How to wait for Mr. Darcy without losing peace or dignity

Our favorite Catholic podcasts for women (Video)

Here are some of our favorite Catholic coffee brands (Video)

Nursing moms can turn to Our Lady of La Leche (Video)

Ladies, you need to try this great Irish tradition at Epiphany!

Teach kids about the saints with our lesson plans (Video)