Local Church

General Chapter of the second largest male congregation in the Church begins: the Salesians

Salesians Gather in Turin for General Chapter to Shape the Future of Their Mission

Feb 18, 2025 09:36

ZENIT Staff

Testimonies

“I met Jesus»: one woman’s faith beyond all odds in Pakistan

A woman in Punjab spoke to AsiaNews about her journey and the hardships converts from Islam face. Since she chose to follow Christ, Naseem has endured isolation, death threats, and discrimination. Yet, despite economic obstacles and family objections, her unshakeable faith remains a source of hope. For activist Joseph Janssen, freedom of worship should be exercised without fear of persecution.

Feb 18, 2025 09:33

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Marriage and Family

Growing up together: Matt and Cameron Fradd on the sacred vocation of marriage

A good marriage is hard work—there’s no sugar-coating it—and Matt and Cameron Fradd say their 18-year union is no exception.

Feb 18, 2025 09:28

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Local Church

Cardinal welcomes landmark agreement between UK Muslim and Jewish denominational leaders

The Accord sets out a new framework for engagement, built on mutual respect, dialogue, and practical collaboration. It champions the principle of disagreeing agreeably, ensuring that differences do not lead to division but instead foster deeper understanding

Feb 18, 2025 09:24

ZENIT Staff

Local Church•Protection of vulnerable people

Münster Diocese Introduces Groundbreaking Clergy Disciplinary Code

The disciplinary code outlines sanctions for clergy misconduct, including sexual transgressions, breaches of pastoral confidentiality, and abuse of power in pastoral relationships. Depending on the severity of the violation, penalties could range from warnings and fines to removal from office

Feb 16, 2025 17:11

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Local Church

USA: year of the next National Eucharistic Congress announced

The confirmation, announced by Catholic News Agency (CNA) on February 7, came from Jason Shanks, CEO of the National Eucharistic Congress, Inc. In an email statement, Shanks expressed excitement about building on the momentum of the 2024 gathering, which was the first such event in the U.S. since World War II.

Feb 16, 2025 17:07

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Local Church

Lightning Strike Destroys the Home of the Legionaries of Christ in Cumming, Georgia

Fr. Scott Reilly, LC, Associate Pastor of St. Brendan the Navigator Parish, was one of the priests at home at the time of the fire. He shared that when another priest saw a glow in the ceiling after the lightning strike, they realized the house was on fire, called 911, and got everyone out

Feb 16, 2025 17:03

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Islam•Pope Francis

Grand Mosque of Paris Proposes Interfaith Gathering with Pope Francis

Although the Vatican Press Office has not issued an official statement on the matter, the Grand Mosque of Paris reported that the Pope has entrusted the proposal to the Dicastery for Interreligious Dialogue for further consideration.

Feb 16, 2025 16:58

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Pope Francis•Vatican City•Woman

Official: from March 1 the most important person in the Vatican City government will be a woman

A Historic Appointment: Sister Raffaella Petrini to Lead Vatican City’s Government. According to the laws currently in force, approved by Pope Francis himself in May 2023, Article 8 of the Fundamental Law of Vatican City State provides that the president shall be a cardinal.” Almost two years later, and with no change in the law, the Pope has provided otherwise.

Feb 16, 2025 16:55

ZENIT Staff

Pope Francis

How is the Pope’s health? These are the latest reports

Rest and relaxation with a thank you in X: this was the Pope’s weekend in hospital

Feb 16, 2025 06:23

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Gender Ideology

Gay Pride Month and other “ideological holidays” left out of Google Calendar

The decision to streamline Google Calendar’s event listings coincides with other significant updates across Google’s services and changes within the federal government.

Feb 14, 2025 15:46

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Bioethics•Local Church•Marriage and Family

USCCB Releases Guidance on Assisted Reproduction, Rejecting IVF and Surrogacy

While maintaining their opposition to IVF, the bishops were careful to affirm the worth and dignity of children born through the procedure, emphasizing that every child is a blessing and loved by God

Feb 14, 2025 15:43

ZENIT Staff