Norwich: Catholic cathedral added to heritage ‘at risk’ register

Nov 18, 2024 17:09

ZENIT Staff

Cathedral of St John the Baptist in Norwich

the Vatican’s recognitio elevates them to the status of “liturgical expressions,”

Blessed Carlo Acutis is set to be canonized in 2025, making him the first saint born in the digital era

The United States should have an immigration system that protects vulnerable migrants and their families

Analysis Opinion•Local Church

3 things a Catholic looks for in a parish (and that the pastor and the community should know)

To identify the most impactful actions, the survey asked 1,075 American Christians to rate various church behaviors on their warmth and friendliness. Catholic respondents showed a clear preference for gestures such as being greeted warmly at the door

Nov 14, 2024 18:15

Tim Daniels

Causes of Saints•Local Church

U.S. Bishops Affirm Advancement of the Cause of Beatification and Canonization of the Servant of God Dr. Gertrude Barber

With 205 votes in favor, 6 votes against, and 19 abstentions, the bishops affirmed their support for the advancement of the cause of beatification and canonization at the local level.

Nov 13, 2024 18:59

ZENIT Staff

Cardinals and Bishops•Local Church

U.S. Bishops Vote for USCCB Treasurer-elect and Committee Chairmen-elect at Fall Plenary Assembly

All six bishops will serve for one year as chairmen-elect before beginning a three-year term at the conclusion of the bishops’ 2025 Fall General Assembly.

Nov 13, 2024 09:06

ZENIT Staff

Local Church

India’s Supreme Court Ends Tax Exemptions for Catholic Clergy in Government-Funded Schools

This ruling, delivered on November 7, mandates that clergy working in schools and colleges funded by the government must now pay taxes on their earnings, a decision that closes a legal chapter stretching back almost 80 years.

Nov 12, 2024 16:33

ZENIT Staff

Dicasteries•Liturgy and Divine Worship•Local Church

Vatican Limits Traditional Latin Mass in Texas Diocese Following Bishop’s Removal

The new regulations come one year after Pope Francis dismissed Bishop Joseph Strickland from his leadership role in the Diocese of Tyler, appointing Bishop Vásquez of Austin as Apostolic Administrator.

Nov 12, 2024 16:31

ZENIT Staff

Norwich: Catholic cathedral added to heritage ‘at risk’ register

Vatican approves “Mayan Mass”: it does not change the content of the Mass, but the way of expressing it

Blessed Carlo Acutis will be at WYD in Seoul: relics arrive in the Korean capital

French Bishops Announce Guidelines for Confessors to Address Abuse Prevention and Pastoral Care

Liturgical Dispute Sparks Ongoing Tensions in India’s Largest Syro-Malabar Archdiocese

Fear of mass deportations, U.S. bishops take stand in favor of immigrants

Landmark ruling in Australia: Catholic church not indirectly guilty in case of priest involved in abuse

3 things a Catholic looks for in a parish (and that the pastor and the community should know)

U.S. Bishops Affirm Advancement of the Cause of Beatification and Canonization of the Servant of God Dr. Gertrude Barber

U.S. Bishops Vote for USCCB Treasurer-elect and Committee Chairmen-elect at Fall Plenary Assembly

India’s Supreme Court Ends Tax Exemptions for Catholic Clergy in Government-Funded Schools

Vatican Limits Traditional Latin Mass in Texas Diocese Following Bishop’s Removal