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Why do Catholics refer to the Virgin Mary as Queen?
The Blessed Virgin Mary is repeatedly referred to in the Catholic Church as “Queen,” and often called the “Queen of Heaven and Earth.” There is even a Feast of the … Learn More
Leo XIV: Preserve the Church’s musical heritage
Pope Leo XIV has highlighted the importance of sacred music in the liturgy, calling for the Church’s musical heritage to be preserved while fostering healthy inculturation of local traditions. “For … Learn More
How is Catholic Communion bread made?
The Second Vatican Council referred to the Eucharist as “the source and summit of the Christian life,” St. Augustine referred to it as “a Divine storehouse filled with every virtue,” … Learn More
Sights & Sounds: Cardinal Tobin visits CYO Summer Camp
It is a long summer tradition in the Archdiocese of Newark — from across the archdiocese kids gather to enjoy fun and sun in a faith-filled setting. On Aug. 14, … Learn More
Pope calls for end to West Bank violence, pursuit of two-state solution
Warning against increased violence in the West Bank, Pope Leo XIV urged world leaders to decisively pursue an independent Palestinian state alongside Israel. “I renew my appeal for an end … Learn More
From the Archives: St. Ann’s Home for the Aged, 1963
Archbishop Boland blesses the new addition to St. Ann’s Home for the Aged in Jersey City on February 13, 1963. The new addition included a new infirmary, additional guest rooms, … Learn More
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- Christendom professor provides families with blueprint for more intentional homes
by Katie Yoder on August 19, 2026 at 3:11 pm(OSV News) — A new book promises to help readers craft better lives by reclaiming the household as the center of daily life. “We’ve greatly reduced how much of life… The post Christendom professor provides families with blueprint for more intentional homes first appeared on OSV News.
- Addressing the ‘valleys of despair’ caused by the growing sports betting industryby Charlie Camosy on August 19, 2026 at 3:07 pm
The sports betting industry has seen explosive growth in revenue in the past six years, but how is it affecting society? The post Addressing the ‘valleys of despair’ caused by the growing sports betting industry first appeared on OSV News.
- Sacred music must be ‘dignified,’ reflecting the mystery being celebrated, pope saysby Carol Glatz on August 19, 2026 at 2:00 pm
Singing and playing music during the liturgy is an integral and necessary part of the celebration, which means it is much more than something "decorative," Pope Leo XIV said. The post Sacred music must be ‘dignified,’ reflecting the mystery being celebrated, pope says first appeared on OSV News.
- Full text: Pope Leo XIV’s general audience given August 19, 2026by Pope Leo XIV on August 19, 2026 at 1:39 pm
(OSV News) — The following is the full text of Pope Leo XIV’s general audience address given August 19 in St. Peter’s Basilica. Catechesis. The Documents of the Second Vatican… The post Full text: Pope Leo XIV’s general audience given August 19, 2026 first appeared on OSV News.
- Pope, bishops mourn death of Polish pilgrims returning from Medjugorjeby Junno Arocho Esteves on August 19, 2026 at 1:22 pm
Cardinal Pietro Parolin sent condolences Aug. 18 on the pope's behalf to Polish Archbishop Adam Szal of Przemysl and Bishop Jan Franciszek Watroba of Rzeszów, who lead the dioceses to which the pilgrims belonged. The post Pope, bishops mourn death of Polish pilgrims returning from Medjugorje first appeared on OSV News.
