Synodality, an antidote to polarization, helps mission, Cardinal Tobin says (Synod)
Cardinal Joseph W. Tobin said he hopes the Synod of Bishops can give Catholics practical ideas for being a more “synodal” church.
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Pope announces he will create 21 new cardinals in December
Pope Francis to appoint 21 new cardinals from 18 nations.
Vatican doctrinal chief tells synod it’s not time for women deacons (Synod)
“Rushing” to open the diaconate to women in the Catholic Church would short-circuit a necessary reflection on the relationship between ordained ministry and charismatic leadership, particularly as it impacts the … Learn More
Pope defends decision to give women, laymen voting rights at synod (Synod)
Pope Francis opened the second session of the Synod of Bishops defending his decision to give women and laymen votes at the assembly, saying it reflects the Second Vatican Council’s … Learn More
Catholic death penalty abolition group condemns ‘regressive’ spate of executions
World Day Against the Death Penalty is Oct. 10.
Mexican priest considered protector of the unborn beatified
Father Moisés Lira Serafin has been beatified in a ceremony at the Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe in his native Mexico, where he is beloved as a protector of … Learn More
On his feast day: 13 facts about St. Padre Pio to know and share
One of the most popular Catholic saints of the 20th century, St. Pio of Pietrelcina, commonly known as Padre Pio, was a Capuchin Franciscan friar, priest, and mystic. His tomb … Learn More
World Day of Migrants and Refugees emphasizes the importance of walking with our brothers and sisters in need
The Catholic Church observes the World Day of Migrants and Refugees on the last Sunday of September each year.
March for Life organization names Jennie Bradley Lichter as new leader
The March for Life Education and Defense Fund named Jennie Bradley Lichter as its new president-elect Sept. 12, and announced its current president Jeanne Mancini, will leave the role following … Learn More
Second synod session to open with penitential liturgy
The second session of the Synod of Bishops on synodality, set to bring 368 bishops, priests, religious and laypeople to the Vatican, will begin by asking forgiveness for various sins … Learn More