What is the liturgical calendar?
The liturgical calendar is omnipresent in Catholic life. Many parish bulletins list the liturgical days of the week and corresponding Scripture readings. In December, tables in the narthex may be … Learn More
Category: National/International
Having child out of wedlock does not bar access to sacraments, Vatican says
Those who choose life for their baby should be encouraged to have access to the consoling power of the sacraments.
Catholic survey shows ‘shocking’ impact of church closures during COVID pandemic
A survey released this month by a British Catholic organization demonstrates what the group says were the “shocking” effects of COVID-19-related church closures in that country. Catholic Union, a lay … Learn More
Experts: Vatican declaration on blessings walks a fine line on marriage, pastoral care
A new declaration from the Vatican on pastoral blessings does not change the Catholic Church’s teaching on marriage, Catholic experts told OSV News, but seeks to extend the church’s accompaniment to those in irregular situations. … Learn More
Places to direct your holiday charity during Advent
Still time to give back.
4 congregations of women religious sue gunmaker Smith & Wesson over assault weapons
Four congregations of women religious filed suit against the board of gunmaker Smith & Wesson Dec. 5 in a Las Vegas court, the day before a shooter killed three people … Learn More
Why Sweden honors St. Lucy, a beloved Italian saint
St. Lucy’s Day, also known as Lucia Day, is a traditional Swedish celebration filled with children in costumes, elaborate processions, and Swedish treats — all honoring the beloved saint. St. … Learn More
Russia bans Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church, Catholic ministries in occupied region of Ukraine
Russian occupation authorities have banned the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church and other Catholic ministries in occupied areas of Ukraine’s Zaporizhzhia region, according to the church’s main communications office in Kyiv. … Learn More
Federal judge moves to block migrant family separations for next 8 years
A federal judge in San Diego has moved to end separating migrant families at the U.S. border for the next eight years, heading off a possible reinstatement of a policy … Learn More
Conference puts pope’s call for ‘outgoing theology’ into action
BOGOTÁ, Colombia — Theologians, social scientists, historians and artists, including an Indigenous Mexican rapper, met in Bogotá to discuss how religion is represented in popular culture today. Pope Francis “says … Learn More