The first Catholic priest to serve in the US Congress was French
Father Gabriel Richard fled from persecution in France to serve in the fledgeling Catholic Church in America shortly after independence from Britain.
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A prayer to the Precious Blood of Jesus
As Catholics honor the Precious Blood of Jesus Christ in July, pray this beautiful prayer by St. Gaspar del Bufalo, an apostle of the devotion.
Pope Leo’s letter to USA for 250th (full text)
"I entrust you to the intercession of the Immaculate Conception, patroness of this country, that she will continue to watch over America and protect all who dwell therein."
French bishops’ powerful appeal against euthanasia proposal
On January 20, French senators will examine a proposed law on the “right to assisted dying.” The bishops of France have reaffirmed their opposition.
Pope writes an intro to book he loves (Full text)
Leo has written an introduction to “The Practice of the Presence of God,” by Carmelite Brother Lawrence, in a new edition released by Vatican Publishing House. He says this book is an insight into his own spirituality.
How the Jubilee of Prisoners is relevant for us all
The Jubilee of Prisoners on December 13–14 was one of the last events of this jubilee year. Bruno Lachnitt, general chaplain for prisons, explains its importance.
Notre-Dame de Paris: future stained glass windows on display
Models of the stained glass windows intended to replace those of Viollet-le-Duc at Notre-Dame de Paris went on display in Paris on December 10.
Actor David Henrie posts about walking Camino de Santiago
“If you've never been on a pilgrimage, I can't recommend this one highly enough. Something changes in you here,” he posted on Instagram.
Why did Leo leave words out of the Creed in Turkey? (Watch)
By praying a historical version of the Creed all could agree on, the Pope and the Christian leaders placed unity above divisions.
3 Papal documents that every Catholic couple should read
The papal magisterium on marriage and families is a source of formation and spiritual nourishment for those who wish to strengthen their relationships.
French movie about Sacred Heart a surprise box office hit
Since its release on October 1, the feature film has sold 195,023 tickets and could exceed 200,000 viewers by Thursday.
Leo XIV’s four appeals to Christians in “Dilexi te”
“Dilexi te,” Leo XIV's first apostolic exhortation, calls on us to live charity in our daily lives, to reject ideologies, and to denounce injustices.
Young Brazilian inspired by another young Blessed: Two saints?
“If Jesus wants it, I want it too”: It was with these words that Lucas Mancilha, imitating Blessed Chiara Luce, embraced the cross that God gave him.
This boy asked Carlo Acutis for a miracle …
Alex, aged 9, dreams of being a saint. One day, with his heart full of faith, he asked Carlo Acutis for a miracle for his sick dad. Carlo didn’t let him down …
Here’s the Pope’s message for 5th World Grandparents’ Day
One of Pope Leo's first official "messages" (released for World Days) invites us to reflect on this special day established by Pope Francis.
Say this prayer before going for a hike this summer!
It’s summer in the northern hemisphere, and both kids on vacation and adults are taking advantage of the weather for outdoor activities. Keep God in the mix!
Alligators, snakes, strong currents: Life for a Capuchin in the Amazon
In the Brazilian Amazon, a frontier land, Friar Paolo Maria shares the efforts and trials necessary to spread the Gospel in this vast region.
French National Assembly passes bill for “right to die with dignity”
On May 27, 305 French lawmakers in the National Assembly (the lower house of parliament) voted in favor of a bill establishing a “right to active assistance in dying.”
Meet the last bishop appointed by John XXIII, aged 103
At 103 years of age, Monsignor José de Jesús Sahagún de la Parra is the oldest Catholic bishop in the world, the last living prelate appointed by St. John XXIII.
[Conclave prep latest]: Tomorrow’s schedule
The conclave begins May 7 and Rome is busy getting ready.
