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WASHINGTON – On May 11-12, Catholics across the United States will have an opportunity to support the communications ministry of the Catholic Church, both locally and globally through the Catholic Communication Campaign. “Saint Peter himself could not have imagined today’s communication ministries when he told the first Christians to have a ready answer for anyone…
VATICAN CITY (CNS) — By sharing their own stories and those of their parishes, pastors from around the world can help each other see where God is present and, perhaps, discover new paths the Lord wants Catholics to embark on to share the Gospel with the world, said Cardinal Mario Grech, secretary-general of the Synod…
VENICE, Italy (CNS) — Visiting a lagoon of tiny islands, canals and narrow walkways for one day, Pope Francis moved around Venice by boat, bridge and electric golf cart. Pope Francis arrives by boat from Giudecca Island to the Basilica of St. Mary of Health in Venice April 28, 2024, to meet with young people.…
VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Before converting to Catholicism, Michael Baggot took his questions about faith and the church to the first place many people go with their questions: the internet. Now a member of the Legionaries of Christ and a priest, Father Baggot spoke of “how important those online resources were for me in providing…
VATICAN CITY (CNS) — The most important outcome of the current Synod of Bishops on synodality is the synodal process itself and not the hot-button topics discussed, Pope Francis said. With the second synod assembly scheduled for October, the pope said the synod process is approaching its “most challenging and important” stage —…
VATICAN CITY (CNS) — While the virtues of prudence, justice, fortitude and temperance are the marks of a righteous individual, the virtues of faith, hope and love emphasize a connection to other people fueled by belief in God and reliance on prayer, Pope Francis said. “The Christian is never alone. He or she does good…