John and Jesus in a scene from ‘Light of the World’ (2025) FILM REVIEW:Though the film misses some sacramental depth, its rich storytelling and animation open the door for Catholic parents to unveil the fullness…
Diocese of AssisiBlessed Carlo Acutis (left) and Blessed Pier Giorgio Frassati. Acutis and Frassati were selected as patrons of WYD and, through these annual gatherings, devotion to these two blesseds have spread far and wide.
Kendrick Castillo, the lone fatality at the STEM School shooting in Highlands Ranch, Colorado on May 7, 2019. / Credit: Courtesy of John and Maria Castillo Denver, Colo., Sep 4, 2025 / 07:30 am (CNA).…
Vatican MediaThe stamps will be worth 1.35 euros each. The issuing of the new stamps seeks to underscore the power of the two young men’s Christian witness.
The U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C. President Donald Trump has called for the death penalty for capital crimes in the District of Columbia and Catholic groups have pushed back. / Credit: Andrea Izzotti/Shutterstock Washington, D.C.…
Color-pencil image of St. Monica catching tears in her hands and giving them to God inspires many. Also known as ‘Masses and Tears,’ these clubs assist families in emulating the mother of St. Augustine.
ROME – During what is seen by many as a high-stakes conversation between Pope Leo XIV and Israeli President Isaac Herzog at the Vatican Thursday, the two discussed possibilities for peace in the Middle East,…
Daniel Ibañez/CNADelegates at the 2024 Synod on Synodality participate in roundtable meetings on Oct. 10, 2024, in the Paul VI Hall at the Vatican. COMMENTARY: Perhaps it’s now time to move from synoding to applying…
Turning his eyes to Sudan, Pope Leo XIV prayed for the victims of ongoing violence and a tragic flood during his General Audience at the Vatican on Wednesday. Sudan appealed for international aid on Tuesday…
Courtesy photoThe play, “Highway to Heaven,” was performed Oct. 12, 2024, the feast day of Blessed Carlo Acutis. Written and directed by Anna Harrison of Sydney Catholic Youth, it featured children ages 7 to 15…