Cardinals and Bishops•Local Church•Pro Life•Vatican Diplomacy

Andorra will approve abortion despite the fact that its head of state is a Catholic bishop

Josep-Lluis Serrano Pentinat, the recently installed bishop of Urgell and, by virtue of that role, co-prince of Andorra, now finds himself at the center of an unfolding political and moral drama

Sep 26, 2025 19:13

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Local Church

Barcelona’s Sagrada Familia Prepares to Crown Its Skyline with the Tower of Christ, the highest in Europe

When crowned with a luminous cross, the tower will eclipse Germany’s Ulm Minster, holder of the record since the 19th century at 162 meters. Surrounding it will be five other towers, one dedicated to the Virgin Mary and four slightly smaller ones symbolizing the Evangelists.

Sep 23, 2025 12:04

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Local Church

Bomb Threat at Córdoba’s Cathedral Sparks Debate Over Sacred Heritage and Security

The scare came only days after a small fire in the cathedral, reportedly caused by the overheating of a cleaning machine’s battery, had already raised questions about preparedness in safeguarding the UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Sep 19, 2025 21:59

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Persecuted Christians

Iraqi Christian Killed in Lyon Sparks Renewed Alarm Over Anti-Christian Violence in France

The political response has been muted, though not absent. Marine Le Pen, leader of the Rassemblement National, denounced the act on social media as the work of an “Islamist,” tying it to what she called France’s failed migration policy

Sep 17, 2025 08:31

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Cardinals and Bishops•Local Church

Bishop announces resignation if Vatican does not rule in his favor in dispute with Opus Dei

On September 8, Bishop Ángel Pérez Pueyo of Barbastro-Monzón used the feast of the Nativity of the Virgin to deliver a homily that went far beyond pious celebration

Sep 15, 2025 17:02

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Local Church•Protection of vulnerable people

French archbishop reverses appointment of priest convicted of abuse

In a written statement, Archbishop de Kerimel acknowledged the outcry, apologized to victims who interpreted the appointment as a dismissal of their suffering, and confirmed the selection of Father Léopold Biyoki as the new chancellor, effective September 1.

Aug 19, 2025 20:50

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Good News•Local Church•Virgin Mary

Zaragoza’s Basilica of the Pillar Marks Record-Breaking Global Pilgrimage Surge: Americans are the largest group

The first half of 2025 has brought unprecedented numbers of international pilgrims, with 2.64 million visitors recorded between January and June. Among them, 9,290 came in officially registered groups from 24 different countries—an increase of nearly one-third over last year.

Aug 13, 2025 16:06

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Local Church•Protection of vulnerable people

Turbulent Times for Emmanuel Community as Global Leader Steps Down Amid Internal Strains

In his farewell letter, De Vregille acknowledged “blind spots” that had hindered attentiveness to victims and admitted that “ecclesial differences” had sharpened existing tensions between the International Council—which includes members from four continents—and other leadership organs.

Aug 11, 2025 20:30

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Local Church•Persecuted Christians

Record year for fires targeting Catholic churches: justice system investigates new fire at iconic Parisian parish

The church, a spiritual refuge for locals and tourists alike, will now remain closed for an indefinite period. The doors that welcomed generations of worshippers will stay shut—no Masses, no confessions. Silence of a different kind will reign.

Aug 02, 2025 23:52

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Good News•Local Church

Paris’ Notre Dame Cathedral breaks visitation record and aims to become France’s most visited monument

If this rhythm continues, the cathedral could reach an astonishing 12 million visits by the end of the year, eclipsing not only its pre-2019 attendance figures, but also surpassing the Eiffel Tower to become the most visited monument in France

Jul 13, 2025 19:15

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Analysis Opinion•Local Church•Vocations

Ordinations Across a Shifting Continent: A Fragmented Yet Revealing Portrait of Catholic Priesthood in Europe, 2025

According to the Vatican’s own «Annuarium Statisticum Ecclesiae», the number of priests in Europe declined by 1.6% in 2023 alone. That same year, Europe still held 38.1% of the world’s priests—but that share is steadily shrinking.

Jul 09, 2025 22:20

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Analysis Opinion•Woman

Study reveals that praying the Rosary is an important mental health ally. This is what the research says

Rosary Prayer Gains New Recognition as Tool for Mental Well-Being, Study Finds

Jun 29, 2025 23:41

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