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Pope Leo XIV celebrates Mass in St. Peter’s Basilica at the Vatican on January 1, 2026. / Vatican Media Vatican City, Jan 1, 2026 / 07:05 am (CNA). Pope Leo …

Pope Leo XIV celebrated Mass in St. Peter’s Basilica this morning and preached that the Blessed Virgin Mary’s loving offering of her freedom allowed mankind to see God’s benevolent gaze …

All Saints’ Day Feast date: Jan 01 The Solemnity of All Saints is celebrated on the first of November. It was instituted to honour all of the saints, both known and unknown, …

Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God Feast date: Jan 01 The title “Mother of God” goes back to the third or fourth century, but the Greek term Theotokos (“The God-bearer”) …

St. Pelagius Feast date: Jan 01 St. Pelagius was a thirteen year old Christian who was martyred for refusing to denounce his faith and convert to Islam in Cordoba, Spain in 925. …

120 Martyrs of China Feast date: Jan 01 On July 9 the Church celebrates the feast of the 120 Martyrs of China. Religious persecution has a long history in China, …

Blessed Bartholomew Longo Feast date: Jan 01 “My only desire is to see Mary who saved me and who will save me from the clutches of Satan.” – Blessed Bartholomew …

The Holy Father has accepted the resignation from the pastoral care of the diocese of Meru, Kenya, presented by Bishop Salesius Mugambi. He is succeeded by Bishop Jackson Murugara, I.M.C., …

by Monika Schiefer Aachen – The fight against child labor exploitation is the central theme of the 68th edition of the Star Singers 2026 initiative, which this year carries the …