Catholic News – General
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Historic Irish Confirmation Pledge updated to include vaping and smoking
To mark Temperance Sunday and the Lenten season, Armagh Archdiocese Auxiliary Bishop Michael Router welcomed the rewording of Ireland’s traditional…
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St. Peter’s marks 400 years with newly opened areas and digital access
As the Basilica of St. Peter approaches the 400th anniversary of its consecration, the Vatican has announced a slate of…
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Reports of Christian casualties and arrests are emerging as mass protests continue in Iran
The ongoing protests in Iran are considered the largest in years, both in duration and geographic spread. Since erupting on…
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Cardinal Newman Society to accredit Catholic schools
The Cardinal Newman Society — known for its list of authentically Catholic colleges — is now accrediting faithfully Catholic K–12…
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2 new miracles reported through intercession of St. Charbel in 2026
Two new miracles attributed to St. Charbel Makhlouf have been reported since the beginning of 2026 — one in the United…
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Pope Leo XIV eliminates committee created by Francis for World Children’s Day
Pope Leo XIV has eliminated the Pontifical Committee for World Children’s Day, established by Pope Francis in November 2024. In…
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Pope Leo XIV, in first Roman parish visit, calls for ‘disarming’ meekness
Pope Leo XIV on Sunday made his first visit to a parish in the Diocese of Rome, celebrating Mass at…
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Pope’s visit brings hope to seaside community challenged by drugs, prostitution
Pope Leo XIV on Sunday will travel outside the Vatican to visit a Roman parish — the Basilica of Santa…
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Experts warn that organ donation could help drive high assisted suicide rates in Canada
Advocates and civic officials are warning of the high numbers of donated organs from assisted suicide victims in Canada, arguing…
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