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Artists Called to Be ‘Custodians of the Beatitudes’

By Justin McClellan VATICAN CITY (CNS) – Artists and cultural figures must be “custodians of the beatitudes,” embracing their vocation to create beauty, reveal truth, and inspire hope in a […]

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Pope Francis Diagnosed with Bilateral Pneumonia

VATICAN CITY (CNS) – After undergoing a CT scan on Tuesday, February 18, Pope Francis was diagnosed with bilateral pneumonia, according to a medical update by Vatican officials. “The follow-up […]

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News Briefs: February 23, 2025

Feast of St. Teresa of Calcutta Added to Universal Calendar VATICAN CITY (CNS) – Pope Francis has added the feast day of St. Mother Teresa, a “beacon of hope” and […]

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U.S. Sisters Help Vatican Visitors See the Pope

ROME (CNS) – Smiles, laughter, prayer, and strategizing abound at the Bishops’ Office for U.S. Visitors to the Vatican. Just a few blocks from Rome’s famous Trevi Fountain, the visitors’ […]

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News Briefs: February 16, 2025

USCCB Lays Off a Third of Migration Staff WASHINGTON, D.C. (OSV News) – Officials with the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops issued layoff notices to about a third of […]

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Jesuit Astronomer Releases Guide to the Cosmos

VATICAN CITY (CNS) – A nerdy love of science fiction, a yearning for adventure, a passion for science, and a foundation of Jesuit education all helped in some way to […]

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Pope to U.S.: Migration Policies Built on Force ‘Will End Badly’

VATICAN CITY (CNS) – Pope Francis has urged U.S. Catholics and people of goodwill to not give in to “narratives” that discriminate against and cause unnecessary suffering to migrants and […]

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How to Accompany People Hurt by the Church

By Kimberly Heatherington (OSV News) – They are the walking wounded – those who in some ways have been hurt by the Church’s members through different forms of physical and […]

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‘Hope Does Not Disappoint’

Pope Francis’ Message for World Day of the Sick February 11 is World Day of the Sick Dear brothers and sisters, We are celebrating the 33rd World Day of the […]

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Bishop Rhoades: Freedom of Worship for Migrants

In recent weeks, President Donald Trump has taken steps to make it easier for immigration officials to conduct enforcement actions in “protected areas” (often referred to as “sensitive locations”), including […]

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News Briefs: February 9, 2025

U.S. Bishops Call for Prayer after Deadly D.C. Air Collision WASHINGTON, D.C. (OSV News) – U.S. Catholic bishops and other faith leaders, joined by Pope Francis, called for prayer following […]

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How to Celebrate World Marriage Day

By Zoey Maraist (OSV News) – A sea of heart-shaped cards, candy, and decor reminds couples that Valentine’s Day is around the corner. But at the same time, many Catholic […]