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

Nov 18, 2024 17:04

Enrique Villegas

the Vatican’s recognitio elevates them to the status of “liturgical expressions" Photo: FSSPX News

Archbishop Gabriele Caccia, Permanent Observer of the Holy See to the United Nations

Francis reflects on contemporary global conflicts, including the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.

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

The Satanic Temple has been at the forefront of using religious freedom as a shield to challenge restrictive abortion laws

Justice and Peace•Local Church

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

“Our country deserves an immigration system that offers fair and generous pathways to full citizenship for immigrants living and working for many years within our borders”, U.S. bishops say

Nov 15, 2024 08:03

ZENIT Staff

Religious Freedom

USA: Court awards $12 million to Catholic woman fired for not vaccinating in COVID pandemic

Michigan Federal Court Awards $12 Million to Woman Fired Over Religious Vaccine Exemption

Nov 14, 2024 18:19

Tim Daniels

Local Church•Protection of vulnerable people

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

Australia’s High Court Rules Catholic Church Not Liable Abuse Case

Nov 14, 2024 18:17

Elizabeth Owens

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

Do you need to forgive, or have you been forgiven? This brief reflection by Pope Leo XIV is for you

Address on the Occasion of the Angelus Prayer on Sunday, September 13, 2026

Leo XIV in France: What the Numbers Show and What You Need to Know About a Visit That’s Already Being Called a Success

Leo XIV will encounter both enormous crowds and much smaller groups, moving between the public square and more intimate encounters

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

Vatican urges UN to continue support for Palestinian refugee agency condemned by Israel

Pope Francis sparks debate with call to investigate Gaza genocide allegations

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

Exposé Reveals Troubling Intersection Between Abortion Practices and Satanic Rituals in the U.S.

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

USA: Court awards $12 million to Catholic woman fired for not vaccinating in COVID pandemic

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