Photo gallery: This is how the traditional celebration of the Baptism of Christ in the Jordan River was held

Jan 13, 2026 19:15

The celebration saw significant participation from local faithful, particularly from Jerusalem, Bethlehem and Jericho Photo: Custody of the Holy Land

Local Church

Is kneeling before the Eucharist prohibited? One in four priests respond to their bishop (of Charlotte) with a letter to the Vatican

The Vatican’s response will be closely watched, not only in Charlotte but across dioceses in the United States

Jan 07, 2026 17:40

Tim Daniels

Local Church

Archdiocese of Southwark launches landmark apologetics project

These can range from fundamental questions like «Is Jesus God?» or «How do we know God is real?» to more practical inquiries about the Catholic faith, such as «Why do Catholics make the Sign of the Cross?» or «What is happening during Mass?».

Jan 06, 2026 09:48

ZENIT Staff

Islam•Local Church•Young People

1 in 7 Muslims open to becoming Christian; 1 in 4 Catholics will leave the Church

What Germany’s Religious Numbers Really Reveal

Jan 06, 2026 09:46

Jorge Enrique Mújica

Cardinals and Bishops•Local Church

Muslim radicals call for the execution of a cardinal in Iraq

Language is never neutral. The word “normalization” has become politically radioactive, often used as shorthand for normalizing relations with Israel, an issue that can ignite immediate outrage

Jan 05, 2026 11:59

Elizabeth Owens

Local Church

New York’s first Muslim (and communist) mayor, his inauguration on the Koran, and Bishop Barron’s criticism

Barron’s intervention was notable not only for its substance but also for its origin. It did not come from New York’s archdiocese, which itself is undergoing a transition

Jan 05, 2026 11:45

Tim Daniels

Leo XIV Returns to Peru: Government to Invest $18 Million

The government authorized the transfer of the funds to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to organize the Pope’s visit from November 11 to 16, according to a supreme decree published in the country’s official gazette on September 5.

The Pope’s visit to France has also sparked a surge in donations and sales of books by Leo XIV

The pattern of giving has been particularly striking. The average donation has been around €200—approximately twice the average single donation in France in 2024—and some contributions have exceeded €10,000.

Photo gallery: This is how the traditional celebration of the Baptism of Christ in the Jordan River was held

When Rome Says “You Are Big Enough”: Accra’s Archbishop Calls for Self-Reliance

For the first time, Generation Z Catholics outnumber Protestants in the United States

Nottingham Cathedral publishes “handbook” for parish communications

Leader of the Lefebvrians anticipates possible new episcopal ordinations. In the 1980s, they were excommunicated

How many pilgrims visited Brazil’s main shrine? Data for 2025 is released

Austria Opens a New Path to the Priesthood for Midlife Professionals

Is kneeling before the Eucharist prohibited? One in four priests respond to their bishop (of Charlotte) with a letter to the Vatican

Archdiocese of Southwark launches landmark apologetics project

1 in 7 Muslims open to becoming Christian; 1 in 4 Catholics will leave the Church

Muslim radicals call for the execution of a cardinal in Iraq

New York’s first Muslim (and communist) mayor, his inauguration on the Koran, and Bishop Barron’s criticism