Catholic priest gets a kidney donation … and more
A young couple who had just embraced the Catholic faith found that God was inviting them to live it out in a very specific way.
John Burger
John Burger is the author of "At the Foot of the Cross: Lessons from Ukraine," a book-length interview with the head of the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church. He formerly served as news editor at Aleteia. You can follow him on X: @johnburger
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How an unlikely 45-year-old cardinal bridges many worlds
Cardinal Mykola Bychok spoke with Aleteia about his unique ministry and giving a voice to the flock he represents. He's served in USA, Siberia, and now Australia.
New Study Bible’s creation was one of (almost) biblical proportions
Ignatius Catholic Study Bible brings together beautiful translation and library of commentary for Catholics to deepen their reading of Scripture.
Francis, trailblazing “Pope of the Peripheries”
The first pontiff from the Americas worked for unity of peoples and Churches.
Yesterday he gave his Easter blessing, today, Pope Francis dead at 88
The Pope's death this morning at 7:35 comes as a surprise, since the Holy Father had been recovering from his long hospital stay.
By God’s design: Trappist reflects on life of prayer, art, and marching for justice
Fr. Methodius Telnack's stained-glass windows and music continue to provide contemplative atmosphere for Southern monastery.
The Catholic world and Christ-centered life of Flannery O’Connor
Southern novelist and short-story writer was never far from a church.
To ‘open the door of beauty to God’ is Benedict XVI Institute’s mission
With 12 years of injecting new music, art, and literature into American Catholic culture, foundation has big plans for coming years.
After US tour, patriarch sees 2 essential elements for peace in Ukraine
Leader of Ukrainian Catholic Church tells Aleteia that his nation finds hope in God and in its own resilience, reflects on changes in international policy.
Walking in the footsteps of the Georgia Martyrs
A priest from the Peach State first heard about Pedro de Corpa and Companions while studying in college. Now he's preparing for their beatification.
Details emerge about priest’s violent death in Myanmar
Women present during brutal attack describe how Fr. Donald Martin Ye Naing Win submitted "like a lamb to the slaughter."
Get set for the second National Eucharistic Pilgrimage
Rather than four routes converging on Indianapolis, a single route will process Christ in the Blessed Sacrament across the country.
Vatican cardinal to assure Lebanese of Pope’s closeness
Cardinal Michael Czerny sees hope in Lebanon's resilience: "challenges persist, but they are met with intelligence and creativity"
Holy Land Christian leaders respond to Trump’s plans for Gaza
Without naming the US president, Patriarchs and Heads of Churches in Jerusalem speak out against "mass displacement." Say Jordan, Egypt "exemplify leadership."
Priest killed in Myanmar one week after cathedral bombing
Arrests made in alleged murder of 44-year-old Fr. Donald Martin, but motives remain unknown. Nation is in civil war and People's Defence Force controls area.
Syrian priest: ‘Many signs fill us with hope’
Pastor in Aleppo encourages young people to stay and help rebuild the country.
Pro-lifers plead for continued US funding of AIDS program
"PEPFAR provides the same kind of hope we’ve tried to give mothers when we’ve stood outside abortion clinics to offer alternatives," they say in New York Times op-ed.
Newly designated cathedral bombed in Myanmar
Deadly civil war reaches Chin State, where many Christians live.
How to get a “Lourdes experience” in the United States
Mission to African Americans in the South, helped by St. Katharine Drexel, has become a vital part of Atlanta's culture.
3 Years of Ukraine war: Catholic leader to visit US
Kyiv Major Archbishop Sviatoslav Shevchuk will address audiences in Philadelphia and Washington on eve of the anniversary of Russia's invasion.