Catholic News Archives

Phoenix Diocese cuts jobs, ends newspaper, citing revenue shortfall

May 5, 2020

The suspension of public Masses, the closing of schools and the limiting of public gatherings has helped slow the spread of COVID-19, but it also has resulted in financial and business challenges for churches and schools in the Diocese of Phoenix.

By Catholic News Service

In Italy, views of Church from the papers and the pews seem very different

Aug 18, 2019

In Italy, the days surrounding the Catholic feast of the Assumption of Mary, which coincides with a major national holiday, is typically a time of pious celebration for churchgoers, however, reading the papers might leave a drastically different impression.

By Elise Harris

Pope Francis: A person transformed by Christ cannot be corrupt

Mar 28, 2018

On Wednesday, Pope Francis said the Easter Triduum is the most important time of year for Christians, and stressed that those who truly allow themselves to be transformed by Jesus’ resurrection, while still being sinners, cannot be corrupt.

By Elise Harris, CNA

Colosseum to be lit red for persecuted Christians

Feb 8, 2018

The Roman Colosseum will be illuminated by red lights later this month to draw attention to the persecution of Christians around the world, and especially in Syria and Iraq.

By Hannah Brockhaus

Ash Wednesday trumps Valentine’s, Chicago archdiocese says

Jan 30, 2018

This year, Ash Wednesday—which begins the penitential season of Lent with a day of fasting, abstinence, and prayer—falls on Feb. 14, Valentine’s Day.

By Catholic News Agency

How an abortion clinic became a medical center for the poor

Jan 3, 2018

The Mother of Mercy Free Medical Clinic opened its doors on Dec. 6, 2017. Supported by the Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Arlington (CCDA), the clinic provides free medical care to uninsured or underinsured adults living in Northern Virginia.

By Christine Rousselle

Catholic deacon awarded British Empire Medal for rescuing trafficking victims

Jan 3, 2018

A Catholic deacon in the United Kingdom has been awarded the British Empire Medal for his work serving seafarers and rescuing trafficking victims over the last eight years.

By Catholic News Agency

Peruvian prosecutor requests jail for Sodalitium founder

Dec 14, 2017

Criminal prosecutors in Peru have requested that Luis Fernando Figari be incarcerated by a court order, while he is investigated for charges of psychological and sexual abuse.

By Catholic News Agency