U.S. Eastern Catholic bishops thank pope for lifting ban on married priests
VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Pope Francis “is a father who knows very well his daughters and sons,” including those who belong to the Eastern Catholic Churches, said the Armenian Catholic bishop of the United States and Canada.
Recording artist Dana headlines Lenten program on Great Catholic Music
"The use of the harp, beautiful prayerful vocals, and added effects provide the contemplative background music," Dana said in a statement.
Movies: Sonic the Hedgehog
NEW YORK (CNS) — Not that the intended core audience of children is likely to notice, but many of the adults who take them will find that there’s something oddly mechanical and even maladroit about “Sonic the Hedgehog” (Paramount).
Reconciling oneself to God leads to healing, pope says in Lenten message
The Lenten season is also a time for prayer, whose contemplation should yield compassion in action toward the wounds of Christ present today, the pope said.
A spectacular Lenten failure
Lent is an invitation to walk with Christ through the desert. You need only: docility, openness to the journey and abandonment of your own will.
Leap year’s extra day has a Catholic origin
The papal bull ensured the date of Easter didn't drift into summer. Leap year has exceptions though.
Ash Wednesday: Repentance as response to redemption
Repentance has to be in response to Jesus' death on the cross. The word “redemption” comes, literally, from the term to buy back, which God-as-man did on the cross.
Pope clears way for beatification of Salvadoran Jesuit, companions
The Vatican announced Feb. 22 that Pope Francis has recognized the martyrdom of a fellow Jesuit, Salvadoran Father Rutilio Grande, and two companions who were murdered en route to a novena in 1977 in El Salvador.
Games: Kingdom Hearts 3 — Re Mind
NEW YORK (CNS) — The 2019 release of “Kingdom Hearts 3” wrapped up a video game odyssey that spanned nearly two decades. But fans still wanted more of the franchise’s elaborate lore and challenging fights.
Pope recognizes miracle in sainthood cause of young tech whiz
VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Pope Francis formally recognized a miracle attributed to the intercession of Carlo Acutis, a 15-year-old Italian teenager who the pope has said is a role model for young men and women today.
