Cardinals and Bishops•Dicasteries

Cardinal Koovakad Appointed Prefect of the Dicastery for Interreligious Dialogue

His appointment comes as he succeeds the late Cardinal Miguel Ángel Ayuso Guixot, a Spanish prelate who dedicated his life to Catholic-Muslim dialogue and passed away in November 2024.

Jan 30, 2025 17:34

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General Audience•Pope Francis

St. Joseph, the baby Jesus and God’s dream in his life: a brief catechesis by Pope Francis

Pope’s General Audience, January 29, 2025 on the annunciation to Joseph

Jan 29, 2025 09:34

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Liturgy and Divine Worship

Questions about liturgy: Terminology for Sacred Places

A series of attacks on Christian communities in December, including on Christmas day, left dozens dead, according to recent reports from local Church sources to Aid to the Church in Need.

Jan 23, 2025 08:20

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Persecuted Christians

Massacre of Christians in Nigeria

A series of attacks on Christian communities in December, including on Christmas day, left dozens dead, according to recent reports from local Church sources to Aid to the Church in Need.

Jan 23, 2025 08:16

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Pro Life

META (Facebook and Instagram) restores important pro-life social media accounts in the U.S.

Meta’s restoration of the specific accounts also comes in the immediate wake of CEO Mark Zuckerberg’s announcement of major changes at the company—including a badly needed series of improvements and clarifications to its content moderation policies

Jan 23, 2025 08:14

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Cardinals and Bishops•Local Church•Pope Francis

Pope Francis sends cardinal to visit Syrian Catholics

A Mission of Unity: Cardinal Gugerotti’s Journey to Syria as Pope Francis’ Envoy

Jan 23, 2025 08:10

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Local Church

The Catholic Church in the United States officially responds to President Trump’s executive orders as follows

Advance release of more statements as more of the president’s executive orders become available

Jan 23, 2025 08:08

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Local Church•Pro Life

USA: Senate rejects bill to protect baby abortion survivors

The Born-Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act would require health care providers to give children born alive after an attempted abortion the same medical care that they would for any child born at that same gestational age and to transport them to a hospital

Jan 23, 2025 08:03

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Local Church•Pope Francis

Trump new president: a telegram from the pope, an end to gender ideology and a Catholic priest at the ceremony

Trump’s inaugural address reflected his commitment to reshaping the nation’s policies, particularly in the realm of social and cultural issues. Declaring an end to “government-imposed gender ideology,”

Jan 21, 2025 21:27

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Testimonies

A Muslim woman in an Opus Dei school

The Faes Lyceum, while unmistakably Christian in identity, embodies an ethos of inclusion. Its leaders emphasize that the school’s Christian foundation is precisely what fosters an environment of mutual respect and individual dignity. Alongside Maryam, the school also welcomes another Muslim girl and a Buddhist boy—demonstrating that faith-based education can be a bridge, not a barrier.

Jan 21, 2025 21:17

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Analysis Opinion•Local Church•Religious Freedom

Religious Freedom Gains Momentum Across the United States, New Survey Reveals

“This year’s index sends a clear message: Americans value the right to live authentically according to their beliefs,” said Mark Rienzi, president and CEO of Becket. “Even in a time of stark divisions, there is unity in affirming the importance of faith as a cornerstone of our society.”

Jan 21, 2025 21:10

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Causes of Saints•Local Church•Testimonies

The smiling Carmelite is on her way to the altars: she is recognized as a “servant of God”

After a winding journey of discernment—including time in two other Carmelite communities—Sister Cecilia María finally found her home in the Carmelite convent of Santa Fe. There, she embraced the contemplative life with a warmth and humanity that would become her hallmark.

Jan 21, 2025 21:05

ZENIT Staff