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Pope renews ‘heartfelt appeal’ for ceasefire in Russia-Ukraine war
Pope Leo XIV has renewed his “heartfelt appeal” for an “immediate ceasefire” in Russia’s war against Ukraine and again urged dialogue “be strengthened to pave the way toward peace.” “Peace … Learn More
From the Archives: Perpetual Adoration Society, 1963
Members of the Perpetual Adoration Society pray in St. Mary’s, Elizabeth in 1963. Volunteers each scheduled an hour per week of prayer before the tabernacle, resulting in a day and … Learn More
BREAKING: Sunday’s Rite of Elections Celebrations Canceled
Due to the threat of serious weather on Sunday, February 22, 2026, the two celebrations of the Rite of Election, scheduled for Sunday afternoon at the Cathedral Basilica of the … Learn More
Sights & Sounds: Parish helps 8 couples to marry on Valentine’s Day
A Newark parish community came together to help eight couples exchange vows at St. James Church on Valentine’s Day. The couples—who are from Brazil and primarily speak Portuguese—faced challenges completing … Learn More
USCCB issues prayerful proposal to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary
As the U.S. prepares to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops has encouraged Catholics to participate in … Learn More
Archdiocese begins Lent in solidarity with the suffering
The Archdiocese of Newark marked the beginning of the sacred season of Lent on Feb. 18, not only at the altar, but behind the walls of an immigrant detention facility. … Learn More
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- Bishops urge prudence, prayer, invoke Guadalupe’s protection as violence erupts in Mexico
by Junno Arocho Esteves on February 23, 2026 at 1:42 pmThe bishops prayed that Mary would "cover us with her mantle, protect our families, and help us build paths of justice, peace, and hope." The post Bishops urge prudence, prayer, invoke Guadalupe’s protection as violence erupts in Mexico first appeared on OSV News.
- St. Francis’ relics open to public for first extended veneration in 800 yearsby Courtney Mares on February 22, 2026 at 10:06 pm
For the first time in eight centuries, the mortal remains of St. Francis of Assisi are being exposed for an extended period of public veneration. The post St. Francis’ relics open to public for first extended veneration in 800 years first appeared on OSV News.
- ‘We will grow in wisdom, holiness together,’ new bishop of Tucson, Ariz., tells faithfulby OSV News on February 22, 2026 at 6:43 pm
"You will be a blessing to the people entrusted to your care. The people will be a blessing to their new bishop. Christ is alive in the Diocese of Tucson." The post ‘We will grow in wisdom, holiness together,’ new bishop of Tucson, Ariz., tells faithful first appeared on OSV News.
- Pope renews ‘heartfelt appeal’ for ‘immediate ceasefire’ in Russia-Ukraine warby OSV News on February 22, 2026 at 4:04 pm
"My heartfelt thoughts remain focused on the tragic situation unfolding before the eyes of the whole world: so many victims, so many lives and families." The post Pope renews ‘heartfelt appeal’ for ‘immediate ceasefire’ in Russia-Ukraine war first appeared on OSV News.
- Full text: Pope Leo XIV’s Angelus address given February 22, 2026by Pope Leo XIV on February 22, 2026 at 2:39 pm
The following is the full text of Pope Leo XIV’s Angelus address given February 22, 2026, at St. Peter’s Square. The post Full text: Pope Leo XIV’s Angelus address given February 22, 2026 first appeared on OSV News.
