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In times of conflict, pray this prayer to St. Francis by Pope Leo
As tensions continue to escalate following the Feb. 28 U.S.-Israel strikes on Iran, we share this prayer to St. Francis of Assisi — a timeless intercessor for peace — which Pope Leo XIV shared with … Learn More
How ‘long-suffering’ can shape us for greatness
In the modern world, slowing down is not considered a virtue. If anything, we’re speeding up. We want everything faster, easier, and more conveniently. Everything slow and inefficient must be … Learn More
Cardinal Tobin’s pastoral letter on ‘We Are His Witnesses’
On March 4, Cardinal Joseph W. Tobin, C.Ss.R., Archbishop of Newark, issued the following pastoral letter regarding the We Are His Witnesses initiative: Dear Sisters and Brothers in Christ, The … Learn More
6 Lenten opportunities to deepen your relationship with Christ
During the holy season of Lent, Catholics are asked to practice fasting and almsgiving as a means of self-renunciation to draw closer to God. They are also encouraged to intensify … Learn More
Diplomacy must overtake violence in Iran, Middle East, pope says
Pope Leo XIV issued a fervent appeal for return of diplomacy in “these dramatic hours” in the Middle East and Iran, condemning use of weapons that cause “destruction, pain, and … Learn More
From the Archives: Archdiocesan Council of Catholic Women, 1969
Three women greet each other before the biennial Archdiocesan Council of Catholic Women communion breakfast on March 29, 1969. Left to right: Julia Flannelly, chairman of the event; Rosemary Higgins … Learn More
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- Beloved Notre Dame coaching legend Lou Holtz remembered for ‘building men, not just players’
by Eric Peat | Today's Catholic on March 5, 2026 at 3:29 pmForever etched in Fighting Irish lore for leading Notre Dame to the 1988 National Championship, Lou Holtz leaves behind not just a decorated football resume but a legacy of shaping young men and inspiring people to live virtuously. The post Beloved Notre Dame coaching legend Lou Holtz remembered for ‘building men, not just players’ first appeared on OSV News.
- Archdiocese’s new guidelines help Kentucky parishes, families prepare for and celebrate sacramentsby Marnie McAllister on March 5, 2026 at 2:45 pm
The Archdiocese of Louisville has issued a new set of guidelines to help parishes and families navigate the preparation and celebration of the sacraments of baptism, penance, first Communion and confirmation. The post Archdiocese’s new guidelines help Kentucky parishes, families prepare for and celebrate sacraments first appeared on OSV News.
- Drone strike on Iraqi Catholic church complex reopens old woundsby Dale Gavlak on March 5, 2026 at 2:08 pm
"When we meet people at the daily Mass and after the Mass, everyone is not just concerned," the archbishop said, his voice full of emotion. The post Drone strike on Iraqi Catholic church complex reopens old wounds first appeared on OSV News.
- Catholic sisters to host livestream prayer for peace as violence continues in Iran, Middle Eastby Courtney Mares on March 5, 2026 at 12:50 pm
Catholic sisters from around the world are inviting people to join a livestreamed prayer for peace March 6 amid ongoing violence related to the U.S. and Israel-Iran war. The post Catholic sisters to host livestream prayer for peace as violence continues in Iran, Middle East first appeared on OSV News.
- Religious freedom watchdog annual report spotlights ‘terrifying crisis of religious violence’ in Nigeriaby Kate Scanlon on March 5, 2026 at 2:27 am
The report was released by the U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom March 4. The post Religious freedom watchdog annual report spotlights ‘terrifying crisis of religious violence’ in Nigeria first appeared on OSV News.
