What’s the Latest on Fulton Sheen’s Canonization?
The cause for his canonization saw two dioceses squabble over his remains—but what’s the latest?
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Don’t Forget! Extended Penitentiary Indulgence for Deceased Faithful
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic this year, pastors and bishops made requests to the Papal office to extend the Plenary Indulgence for the Deceased Faithful.
13 Nuns from One Convent Pass Away From COVID-19
Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them.
Pope Francis Opens Palazzo Migliori to the Homeless of Rome
VATICAN CITY – Constructed in the 1800s, Palazzo Migliori used to be called the “Palace of the Best.” This year, thanks to the generosity and initiative of Pope Francis, the property can now be referred to as the “Palace of the Poor.” Four stories tall and located by the colonnades of St. Peter’s Square, the …
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Utah Catholics Oppose Bill That Would Break the Seal of Confession
SALT LAKE CITY – The Diocese of Salt Lake City is fighting a proposed bill that would require clergy to report disclosures of child abuse and neglect, even if that means revealing the contents of someone’s confession. House Bill 90 modifies provisions relating to reporting requirements for child abuse and neglect. It deletes provisions that …
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Official Video Shows Man Desecrating Altar in Brooklyn
BROOKLYN – Last Sunday, a man entered St. Anthony of Padua in Brooklyn. During the prayers of consecration, he walked up to the altar and poured juice onto the altar. Then, he splashed the juice at Father Jossy Vattothu, staining his vestments. In an official press release, the Diocese of Brooklyn called the act a …
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Jason Evert’s Events in Ireland Canceled Due to His Comments on Homosexuality
DUBLIN – Jason Evert was scheduled to give talks at Blackrock College, Sandyford’s Rosemont secondary school, and the Incite 2020 student retreat at University College Dublin this week. All those talks have been canceled due to concern for his views on homosexuality and contraception. The UCD LGBTQ+ Society begin to call for the talks to …
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Pope Francis Celebrates Babies Crying at Mass
VATICAN CITY – The Sistine Chapel is normally crowded with pilgrims and tourists gazing up at Michelangelo’s art. But this weekend, Pope Francis celebrated the Feast of the Baptism of the Lord in a special way under the frescoes. Employees of the Vatican and their children gathered with the pope on Sunday. To celebrate the …
26 Parishes Consolidated in Pittsburgh Diocese
PENNSYLVANIA – In 2020, the Diocese of Pittsburg will merge twenty-six Catholic parishes in Allegheny and Washington counties into eight new parishes. “Jesus never promised that it would be easy to carry his message of love and mercy to others. He was clear that sacrifice would be necessary. However, you are positioning your new parish …