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Clergy in red robes gather in a grand cathedral with ornate arches and a lavish altar, creating a solemn, ceremonial atmosphere.

Meeting the world to convert the world

Vatican II in session, circa 1962-1965. (Photo: Catholic Press/Wikimedia Commons) In a June post at the website Where Peter Is , author...

George Weigel

Jun 22, 20253 min read

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Irish teens inspired by Carlo Acutis make Lego film of his life

Three teen brothers from Ireland have turned their admiration for Blessed Carlo Acutis into a movie called “Lego Movie — The Incredible...

Catholic News Agency

Jun 22, 20254 min read

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‘The Chosen’ cast headed to Vatican for presentation, audience with Pope Leo XIV

Jesus and the disciples during Season 4 of “The Chosen.” (Photo: The Chosen/Mike Kubeisy) By Almudena Martínez-Bordiú/CNA On June 23,...

Catholic News Agency

Jun 21, 20252 min read

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U.S. Catholic Bishops Announce Religious Freedom Week Theme: ‘Witnesses to Hope’

The USCCB’s annual report on the state of religious liberty expressed concerns about policies on immigration, gender ideology, abortion,...

Catholic News Agency

Jun 19, 20252 min read

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Juneteenth and the life of the first Black American Catholic priest

Venerable Augustus Tolton. (Photo: Public domain) By Francesca Pollio Fenton/CNA On June 19, the United States commemorates the...

Catholic News Agency

Jun 19, 20252 min read

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“Public” does not = “state” or “government”

(Photo: Unsplash) In its recent non-decision, St. Isidore of Seville Virtual Catholic School v. Drummond , the U.S. Supreme Court let...

George Weigel

Jun 18, 20253 min read

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Bearing Witness to the People of Myanmar — From Colorado to Rome

Risen Christ Parish in Denver has become a spiritual home for several refugee families from Myanmar. (Photo by Neil McDonough) In a...

Denver Catholic Staff

Jun 17, 20251 min read

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Pope Leo XIV encourages young people to be ‘beacons of hope’ at Chicago event

The Archdiocese of Chicago hosted a celebration at Rate Field, the home of the Chicago White Sox, on June 14, 2025, to honor Pope Leo...

Catholic News Agency

Jun 16, 20254 min read

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Pope Leo XIV: ‘The gravest form of poverty is not to know God’

Pope Leo XIV presides over the first ordinary public consistory of cardinals of his pontificate on June 13, 2025, at the Apostolic Palace...

Catholic News Agency

Jun 15, 20255 min read

Clergy perform a ritual with incense smoke in a dimly lit cathedral. Ornate altar with white flowers; solemn and reverent atmosphere.

Gallup poll says many Americans think U.S. is becoming more religious

Cardinal Timothy Dolan stands at the altar during Mass at St. Patrick's Cathedral in New York City on May 26, 2024. (Photo: Jeffrey...

Catholic News Agency

Jun 14, 20252 min read

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10 things you should know about Blessed Carlo Acutis

Blessed Carlo Acutis. (Photos: Diocese of Assisi) By Courtney Mares/CNA It’s official! Pope Leo XIV will canonize Blessed Carlo Acutis ...

Catholic News Agency

Jun 14, 20254 min read

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Archbishop Aquila Calls for Prayers for Peace Amid New Attacks in Iran and Israel

Following Israel’s strikes on Iran and Iran's promised retaliation, Archbishop Aquila asked priests and laity to pray for peace (Photo:...

Denver Catholic Staff

Jun 13, 20252 min read

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Carlo Acutis to be canonized Sept. 7 with Pier Giorgio Frassati

Blessed Carlo Acutis (left) and Blessed Pier Giorgio Frassati. (Photo: Diocese of Assisi/Public domain via Wikimedia Commons) By Courtney...

Catholic News Agency

Jun 13, 20254 min read

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Yes, it’s our war, too

(Photo: Unsplash) In late May, Trump administration officials at the highest level, frustrated by what they regard as Vladimir Putin’s...

George Weigel

Jun 11, 20253 min read

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Pope Leo XIV to families: Be missionaries of the Gospel who walk with other families

Pope Leo greets pilgrims during the Jubilee of Families, Children, Grandparents and the Elderly on Sunday, June 1, 2025. (Photo: Vatican...

Catholic News Agency

Jun 8, 20253 min read

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This is Pope Leo XIV’s prayer intention for the month of June

Pope Leo XIV greets the faithful in St. Peter's Basilica, May 31, 2025. (Photo: Daniel Ibáñez/CNA) By Francesca Pollio Fenton/CNA In his...

Catholic News Agency

Jun 7, 20252 min read

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Petrocentrism: a problem?

(Photo: CNS/Lola Gomez) One hundred fifty-five years ago, when the freshly minted Kingdom of Italy conquered the rump of the Papal States...

George Weigel

Jun 4, 20253 min read

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Getting foreign aid right

(Photo: Unsplash) Rhetorical restraint is not prominent in Washington these days. Given the volatile personalities involved and the...

George Weigel

May 21, 20253 min read

Man in white papal attire waves from a balcony against a dark background. He looks content, and a cross pendant is visible.

Hopes for a new pontificate

“Have no fear! Trust in the Lord.” Pope Leo XIV waves at a massive, jubilant crowd gathered on St. Peter’s Square for the Regina Coeli on...

George Weigel

May 14, 20253 min read

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LISTEN | Archbishop Aquila Reflects on Election of Pope Leo XIV on KOA's Morning News

Pope Leo XIV waves to pilgrims in St. Peter’s Square shortly after his election on Thursday, May 8, 2025. (Photo: Daniel Ibáñez/CNA)...

Denver Catholic Staff

May 9, 20252 min read

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