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Catholic Church in France Raises $22 Million in Compensation for Child Sex Abuse Victims
The Catholic Church in France has secured more than $22 million in compensation for victims of child sex abuse.
Pope Francis to Workers: Turn to St Joseph During Covid-19 Pandemic
Pope Francis encouraged workers to turn to St. Joseph for guidance during the Covid-19 pandemic, during an audience at the Vatican on Saturday.
From Denver to Uganda, St Joseph Facilitates an Unexpected Connection
When Daniel Campbell saw an email in his inbox last spring from Soroti, Uganda, his first thought was: Am I being scammed?
Pope Francis to Speak with College Students in Virtual Session Hosted by Loyola University
Pope Francis is scheduled to speak with college students from around the world next month as part of the Catholic Church’s preparations for the Synod on Synodality. The virtual event is to be hosted by Loyola University Chicago.
Catholic Bishop in India Cleared of Charges of Raping a Nun
A bishop charged with the repeated rape of a nun over the course of two years was acquitted by a court in India’s Kerala state on Friday.
"We all weep for these victims": Nigerian Cardinal Responds after Gunmen Kill 200 People
Cardinal Onaiyekan said: ‘They attack farmers’ fields, kill farmers and no one says anything.’
Catholic Nun Who Secretly Baptized Babies Under Communism Dies at 92
Sister Marije Kaleta risked her life to take Communion to the sick and dying.
Mother Angelica Museum Receives Communion Rail from Her Home Parish
The original communion rail from Mother Angelica’s baptismal parish has been donated to the Mother Angelica Museum in Canton, Ohio.
Italian Catholic Bishop Forbids Unvaccinated Priests from Distributing Communion
The new diocesan restrictions come as the Italian government has banned unvaccinated citizens from entering restaurants, public transportation, gyms, theaters, and sports events.
In reversal, Missionaries of Charity in India again permitted to receive foreign donations
The Missionaries of Charity have been cleared to receive and use foreign funding in India, after the religious order founded by Mother Teresa was unexpectedly ruled ineligible to receive donations from abroad late last year.
Nigerian-born Catholic Nurse Unfairly Dismissed Over Cross Necklace, UK Tribunal Rules
The verdict was hailed as a ‘landmark ruling.’
When Does Christmas Actually End?
Just how many days is Christmas? When should you finally take those lights off the porch, or remove the tree? Read on for some of the arguments for and against commonly agreed-upon end dates for Christmas.
Can the Mapping Global Catholic Church Help Heal Earth? One Scientist Aims to Find Out
When Molly Burhans met with Pope Francis in 2018, she presented him with a map.
Ideas for New Year's Resolutions as Catholics
Should you make a New Year’s resolution? If so, how can you involve your faith in the process? What can you do to set yourself up to be one of the 8 percent that follows through on the goal you set for yourself? CNA has some ideas to kickstart your 2022 on a positive note!
Christians Still Face Persecution Globally, But There are Signs of Hope: Catholic Charity
Christians continue to face persecution across the globe but there are many signs of hope, according to the Catholic charity Aid to the Church in Need (ACN).
Mother Teresa Missionaries Seek Swift Fix after Indian Government Blocks Foreign Donations
Supporters of Mother Teresa’s Missionaries of Charity reacted with surprise and concern to the Indian government’s ruling that the organization is now ineligible for foreign donations, but a spokeswoman for the Calcutta-based branch of the organization believes the situation will be remedied without much effect on the missionaries’ work.
Meet the Holy Innocents: The "infant martyrs" Who Died for Baby Jesus
The Holy Innocents did not know Jesus, but they died in his place. Dec. 28 marks the feast of these baby boys who are, today, recognized as the first martyrs and pro-life patron saints.
Five Things to Know about the New Ministry of Catechist in the Catholic Church
Did you know that some instituted catechists can celebrate ‘minor exorcisms’?
EWTN Documentary Highlights Chart-topping Christmas Album from Germany, "Sancta Nox"
A documentary airing on EWTN this Christmas will bring viewers to a seminary in Bavaria, home to an internationally diverse group of men whose singing recently topped the classical charts.
Christmas Falls on a Saturday This Year. What Does That Mean for Mass Obligations?
This weekend, Latin rite Catholics have an obligation to attend Mass on both Christmas Day, Saturday, Dec. 25, and on the following day, Sunday, Dec. 26.
