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From Concern to “here I am” Renewal: Why First African Spiritan Superior General Refuses to Let Lament Have Final Word
Catholic University Graduates in Cameroon’s Buea Diocese Urged to be Job Creators, not Seekers
Radio Maria Cape Verde Lauded for over Three Decades of Evangelization
Late South African Catholic Bishop Eulogized for Personifying God’s Mercy
Pope Leo XIV Strengthens Legal Protections for Employees of the Vatican and Holy See
Pope Leo XIV approved new labor regulations at the Office of Labor of the Apostolic See.
Medical Practitioners at Kenyan Facility Urged to Treat Poor Patients with Love and Dignity: “Don't chase them away”
The Bishop of Kenya's Catholic Diocese of Nakuru has called on medical practitioners to handle patients with compassion, patience, and dignity, reminding them that serving the sick is a direct participation in the ministry of Christ.
Zambian Catholic Archbishop Raises Alarm over Disregard for Family as Foundation of Faith and Society
The Archbishop of Zambia’s Catholic Archdiocese of Kasama has expressed concern that the institution of the family in the Southern African nation is facing serious threats that are undermining its role as the foundation of faith, love, and moral formation.
Chaplain of Ghanaian Catholic Community in Italy Urges Youths to Prioritize Mental Health in New Year Message
The Chaplain of the Holy Family Ghanaian Catholic Community Church in Italy has urged young people from the West African nation to prioritize their mental and emotional health, noting that well-being is vital to their personal development.
Nigerians Must Stop “trading future for crumbs”: Catholic Official on Security Crisis
The Secretary General of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) has urged Nigerians to safeguard their future by making informed choices especially during elections, especially amid the country's security crisis.
Pope Leo XIV: The Person and Families Must Be At Center of Labor System
Pope Leo XIV advocated for a labor system that serves individuals and families so that the dignity of each employee is recognized and his or her real needs are met.
Pope Leo XIV Writes Preface to Book That Shaped His Spiritual Life
“The Practice of the Presence of God” is a 17th-century spiritual classic written by the Carmelite friar Lawrence of the Resurrection.
Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem Visits Holy Family Parish in Gaza Days Before Christmas
Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa, Latin patriarch of Jerusalem, arrived in Gaza City on Dec. 19 for a pastoral visit to Holy Family Parish, the only Catholic church in the Gaza Strip.
Pope Leo XIV Strengthens Legal Protections for Employees of the Vatican and Holy See
Pope Leo XIV: The Person and Families Must Be At Center of Labor System
Pope Leo XIV Writes Preface to Book That Shaped His Spiritual Life
Countdown to the Closing of the Jubilee: When, Who Will Close the Holy Doors in Rome?
Pope Leo XIV Warns Against Destructive Spiral of Autonomous Weapons and Escalation
From Concern to “here I am” Renewal: Why First African Spiritan Superior General Refuses to Let Lament Have Final Word
Catholic University Graduates in Cameroon’s Buea Diocese Urged to be Job Creators, not Seekers
Radio Maria Cape Verde Lauded for over Three Decades of Evangelization
Late South African Catholic Bishop Eulogized for Personifying God’s Mercy
Medical Practitioners at Kenyan Facility Urged to Treat Poor Patients with Love and Dignity: “Don't chase them away”
World’s Tallest Our Lady of Fátima Monument Inaugurated in Brazil
Pope Leo XIV Receives Exiled Nicaraguan Bishop Rolando Álvarez
Book on the Thought of Pope Francis to be Distributed in Buenos Aires Province Schools
Pope Leo XIV Set to Obtain New Peruvian Identity Document
“Godfather, we love you! Long live the pope!”: Pope Leo XIV’s Peruvian Goddaughter Shares Testimony
Pope Leo XIV Makes Surprise Visit to Children’s Christmas Concert at Castel Gandolfo School
First Painting in Rome of Our Lady of Guadalupe Preserved in Fourth-century Church
Airbus Computer Issue Affects Papal Plane During Trip to Turkey
The Laywoman Whose Mission Helped Lead to the Solemnity of Christ the King
How Should We Approach AI Companionship? CNA Explainer
Homeless Mother Given "key" to New Apartment by Pope Leo XIV
Catholic Father Murdered While on Pilgrimage to Marian Shrine in Pakistan
World’s Smartest Man Professes Christian Faith on Social Media
Pope Leo XIV, Catholic Bishops in India Mourn Crash of Airliner that Killed Hundreds
“More than anything, our people need peace": Cardinal in Myanmar after Earthquake, Highlights Other Needs
New Animated Film "David" Tells Story of Israel’s Famous King for the Whole Family
A new animated film called “David” tells the story of King David, from his humble beginnings as a shepherd boy to his battle against Goliath.
Jerusalem Churches Advocate for Gazan Children to Have Cancer Treatment in Israel
Here is a roundup of Catholic world news from the past week that you might have missed.
Today, December 19, We Celebrate Blessed Pope Urban V
Blessed Pope Urban V was born Guillaume de Grimoard at Grisac in Languedoc, 1310. He studied canon law and theology in Avignon and became a Benedictine monk. He was named abbot of his monastery in 1352, and served as a papal diplomat and was eventually sent as an ambassodor to various locations. He also served as a bishop around Italy and throughout Europe.
Burkina Faso’s Catholic Bishops Decry Global Silence as Insecurity Forces Early Christmas Eucharistic Celebrations
Christmas celebrations in some parts of Burkina Faso that are experiencing religious extremism may be held early owing to security concerns, a section of Catholic Church leaders in the West African country have said.
Nigerian Government Told to Ensure Safety of Churches During Christmas Season amid Heightened Insecurity
Christian Solidarity Worldwide (CSW), the UK-based human rights organization, is calling on the Nigerian government to ensure the safety of Churches in the West African nation during the Christmas Season.
Carry Jubilee Year of Hope Spirit into Future: Catholic Bishops in Zambia at Conclusion of Yearlong Celebrations
Members of the Zambia Conference of Catholic Bishops (ZCCB) have called upon the people of God in the Southern African nation to maintain the spiritual momentum of the concluding Catholic Church’s 2025 Jubilee Year of Hope and to carry its enduring spirit into the future.
Countdown to the Closing of the Jubilee: When, Who Will Close the Holy Doors in Rome?
Just a few weeks remain until the closing of the holy year, which was inaugurated by Pope Francis on Dec. 24, 2024.
Christians in Nigeria Told Not to Fear Following Security Alert to Churches Ahead of Christmas
As Nigerians approach Christmas amid widespread fear of violence and insecurity, the Director of the Lux Terra Leadership Foundation has urged citizens, especially Christians, not to surrender to despair and fear but to hold firmly to hope, faith, and perseverance, insisting that the birth of Christ will “break the darkness of insecurity” in Nigeria.
Nothing But “genocide”: Catholic Bishop on Nigeria's “grief-stricken” Situation
The Catholic Bishop of Katsina-Ala Diocese in Nigeria has reflected on the continued killings in Benue State that is served by his Episcopal See, noting that what is happening in his jurisdiction can only be best described as genocide.
Caritas Official in Sierra Leone Cautions against Irresponsible Spending during Christmas
The Executive Director of Caritas Freetown in Sierra Leone has cautioned against the pressure to overspend during Christmas festivities, warning against the risk of running into debts and experiencing financial difficulties in the new year.
