Pope Leo XIV meets with Bishop Rolando Álvarez on Nov. 13, 2025. / Credit: Vatican Media ACI Prensa Staff, Nov 25, 2025 / 07:00 am (CNA). Former Nicaraguan political prisoner Félix Maradiaga was recently elected… New World Liberty Congress president analyzes ‘silence’ of Church in Nicaragua
ROME — The Vatican on Tuesday doubled down on the value of monogamous marriage between a man and woman, responding to concerns raised by African bishops about the practice of polygamy in their flocks. The… Vatican answers African bishops concerned about polygamy with document praising monogamous marriage
BERLIN — Traditional Christmas markets are opening across Germany on Monday, drawing revelers to their wooden stands with mulled wine, grilled sausages, potato pancakes or caramelized apples. Security has been stepped up, with memories of two deadly attacks on… Germany’s Christmas markets open with festive cheer and tight security
LJUBLJANA, Slovenia — Slovenians on Sunday rejected in a referendum a law that allowed terminally ill patients to end their lives, according to preliminary results released by the election authorities. The near-complete count showed that… Slovenians reject in a referendum a law on assisted dying for terminally ill patients
Book cover of ‘Simple Steps to a Stronger Marriage’ by Dr. Ray Guarendi An excerpt from ‘Simple Steps to a Stronger Marriage’ by Dr. Ray Guarendi
YAOUNDÉ, Cameroon – Catholic leaders in Cameroon’s restive North-West region have issued a scathing condemnation of the recent kidnapping of priests, stating that the targeting of religious figures is a clear sign that the separatist… Cameroon archbishop attacks separatists targeting priests
BEIRUT — Lebanon is a country where crosses rise from mountaintops, rooftops and street corners, and Christian symbols are woven into everyday life. The upcoming visit of Pope Leo XIV highlights the depth of Christianity’s roots… Photos show Christian landmarks in Lebanon ahead of the pope’s visit
Diego Velázquez, “Chist Crucified,” ca. 1632 COMMENTARY: History shows that evil movements rise and fall, but God’s plan remains sovereign — and Christians need not fear the outcome.
null / Credit: Kara Monroe via Flickr (CC BY-NC-SA 2.0) CNA Staff, Nov 23, 2025 / 06:00 am (CNA). As Advent quickly approaches and the hustle and bustle of the holiday season begins to make… 5 Catholic resources to help you grow closer to Christ this Advent
Bénédicte CedergrenBeautiful Reception of habit and profession of temporary vows of the Sisters Adorers in Naples. The Sisters Adorers of the Royal Heart of Jesus Christ Sovereign Priest are drawing young women who seek a… ‘Bride of Christ’: Meet the Sisters Adorers Dedicating Lives to Praying for Priests