Fire destroys ‘treasured’ historic Texas Catholic church
WESTPHALIA, Texas (CNS) — The Church of the Visitation in Westphalia, a nearly 125-year-old wooden church with bell towers on each side, burned to the ground July 29.
Institute offers free online video series on thought of St. Thomas Aquinas
WASHINGTON (CNS) — The Thomistic Institute in Washington has launched “Aquinas 101,” a free online video course that instructs interested viewers in the thought of St. Thomas Aquinas.
Iraqi Christians erect large cross in area liberated from ISIS
MOSUL, Iraq (CNA/EWTN News) — After years of darkness, hope has returned to Telekuf-Tesqopa. Located just 17 miles from Mosul, the village is rebuilding after being liberated from ISIS.
Catholic youth learn significance of ashes in fiery Lenten tradition
COLUMBUS, Ind. (CNS) — Smoke billowed from a small fire pit, rising nearly as high as the steeple of St. Bartholomew Church in Columbus.
Pope Francis has a special message for the Super Bowl
HOUSTON (CNA/EWTN News) — As the Patriots and the Falcons gear up for Super Bowl LI, Pope Francis sent a message to both players and viewers, saying the game is an opportunity to show solidarity and build virtue.
This year’s Lent could be just what struggling church needs
When Lent begins March 6, U.S. Catholics will likely be more than ready for it.
CDA helps create holy marriages
Matt and Kerri Meehan had known each other for years before they were married in a civil ceremony in 2010. So, they were in for a bit of a surprise when they decided to have their marriage blessed by the Church.
Nuncio at border Mass prays for an end to barriers that separate people
"Borders should not be just a barrier — should not be a wall — but should be a bridge between people," the nuncio said.
The Transcendentals: The power of a good heart turned toward God
During this Advent-Christmas Season, we remember Ebenezer Scrooge, the famous protagonist of Charles Dickens’ master literary work, “A Christmas Carol.”
Pro-life women’s group prepares for March 23 rally outside Supreme Court
There won't be singing, but some of the Little Sisters will be handing out cookies. "We're really looking forward to a joyful morning," its organizer said.
