Religiosity and faith among young people: study shows slight growth

Feb 29, 2024 23:32

Footprints Research Group. Young People: Expectations, Ideals, Beliefs of the Pontifical University of the Holy Cross in Rome Photo: PUSC

Local Church

The Congregation of the Mission of St. Vincent de Paul marks 400th Anniversary with major renovation of its Motherhouse in Paris

As the Congregation of the Mission (CM) approaches its 400th anniversary in 2025, the religious community founded by St. Vincent de Paul is renovating its Motherhouse, located in the heart of Paris, where St. Vincent’s relics are enshrined, his presence deeply felt, and his legacy advanced.

Feb 28, 2024 00:15

ZENIT Staff

Local Church

Alabama, USA, Recognizes Personhood Status for Embryos

Biden, Trump and Haley have taken positions on the matter.

Feb 28, 2024 00:08

Tim Daniels

Justice and Peace

US Churches urge government to hold Israel accountable to US laws

Nor has the US fully held Israel accountable for the deaths of American citizens. In the first two months of 2024, two Palestinian-American teenagers were killed – Muhammad Ahmad Khoddour (Feb. 17) and Tawfic Abdel Jabber (Jan. 19), both 17 years old. While the US has called for investigations, including requesting a probe, such calls have not historically resulted in measures to hold Israel accountable.

Feb 28, 2024 00:04

ZENIT Staff

Analysis Opinion•Vatican City

Before a Next Conclave, Historian Suggests a Reform That Makes It Slower and Says Why

A simple but effective solution is proposed: to space out the votes to enable a greater internal debate and to avoid precipitate decisions.

Feb 27, 2024 23:59

Valentina di Giorgio

Gender Ideology

Greece succumbs to gender ideology: gay marriage and adoption by homosexuals legalized

As in other countries, the new law goes beyond granting rights to those who follow the LGBTI position: it grants them additional benefits, such as prohibiting statements contrary to their ideology or penalizing those who engage in so-called «conversion therapies» for minors.

Feb 27, 2024 01:55

Rafael Llanes

Pope Leo XIV won’t be visiting the U.S. in 2026, but his popemobile will: here’s what we know

The papal vehicle, now rebranded as the “Hopemobile,” will not simply travel as a static exhibit. Organizers intend it to become a focal point for public encounters, prayer gatherings, and moments of reflection along the route. The objective is twofold: to raise funds for humanitarian programs and to bring the reality of war’s victims

“On the Universality of the Church and the Importance of Dialogue”: A Reflection by Leo XIV

Address by Pope Leo XIV to the Delegation of “Weltkirche & Dialog” from the Archdiocese of Cologne

Religiosity and faith among young people: study shows slight growth

Canada: Courageous Bishop Challenges Law in Favour of Euthanasia

Ireland: Bishops issue statement on family-busting amendments to Constitution

USA: 22 states, dozens of groups support Idaho’s pro-life law

After 25 years, Catholic Archbishop of Westminster decides there will be no Old Rite liturgy during Holy Week

Beijing going after Chinese users who follow dissidents abroad on social media

US politicians wary of endorsing IVF decision by Alabama court

The Congregation of the Mission of St. Vincent de Paul marks 400th Anniversary with major renovation of its Motherhouse in Paris

Alabama, USA, Recognizes Personhood Status for Embryos

US Churches urge government to hold Israel accountable to US laws

Before a Next Conclave, Historian Suggests a Reform That Makes It Slower and Says Why

Greece succumbs to gender ideology: gay marriage and adoption by homosexuals legalized