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Damage from two back-to-back earthquakes that struck Venezuela June 24 is "a lot worse than expected," said a Catholic Relief Services disaster response worker, who asked people to "keep Venezuelans in their hearts." ... read more

"I am sick and tired of waking up every morning to see another loved one is dead," said Charlene Walker, head of Faith in New Jersey. ... read more

He began reading the Bible and visiting a church every Sunday, eventually getting baptized. Credit: wideonet/Shutterstock A man who arrived in Germany as a refugee after fleeing the war in Bosnia and Herzegovina has been ordained a Catholic priest, an exceptional case in that he ... read more

A man who arrived in Germany as a refugee after fleeing the war in Bosnia and Herzegovina has been ordained a Catholic priest, an exceptional case in that he was born into a Muslim family and embraced Christianity as an adult.According to the Catholic Churchʼs news site in Germany, 41-year-old Senad Mrkaljevic was ordained a ... read more

In this popular New Testament story, the apostles and the crowds experienced a parable in action — a happening whose importance could not be exaggerated. ... read more

Sherry Weddell addresses the audience at Brisbane’s Summit 2023. Author and evangelist Sherry Weddell reflects on her years helping Catholics rediscover what it means to be a disciple of Jesus. ... read more

The Diocese of Burlington, Vermont’s former bishop says there was “nothing nefarious” about the intent to shield diocesan assets from potential lawsuits. Burlington, Vermont, is pictured on June 29, 2021. | Credit: ED JONES/AFP via Getty Images A sworn deposition, filed as part of abuse ... read more

A sworn deposition, filed as part of abuse lawsuits in the Diocese of Burlington, Vermont’s federal bankruptcy proceedings, alleges that the former bishop of the diocese asked a job applicant if she would be willing to help shield diocesan finances from a potential abuse settlement.The prelate himself, meanwhile, told EWTN News that there was “nothing ... read more

St. Michael’s Abbey in Orange County, California, has elected a new abbot: Norbertine Father John Caronan is the third abbot to serve the community since its founding in 1961. He succeeds Abbot Eugene Hayes, who led the community for 31 years. The thriving monastic community in Southern California has named Father John Caronan ... read more

WASHINGTON — Catholic sisters, survivor advocates, and lawmakers gathered on Capitol Hill Tuesday to urge Congress to quickly pass bipartisan legislation they say would strengthen protections for victims of human trafficking and help prevent future exploitation.Hosted by the Alliance to End Human Trafficking and the National Advocacy Center of the Sisters of the Good Shepherd, ... read more

Catholic anti-trafficking advocates urged Congress to pass legislation strengthening prevention efforts, expanding survivor protections, and combating online exploitation. Katie Boller Gosewisch and Fran Eskin-Royer speak to Veronica Dudo on “EWTN News Nightly,” July 14, 2026. U.S. Catholic advocates are urging lawmakers to address human trafficking and protect vulnerable populations, including ... read more

Paul Ellis Spain's midfielder #16 Rodri and defender #22 Pau Cubarsi celebrate after their team won the 2026 World Cup football tournament semi-final match between France and Spain at the Dallas Stadium in Arlington on July 14, 2026. COMMENTARY: Five points on what’s wrong with soccer in general and the FIFA World ... read more

Havana – New U.S. sanctions against Cuba are placing additional pressure on a population already grappling with one of the country's most severe economic and social crises in recent decades.On July 13, the U.S. State Department announced new restrictions targeting Cuba's Ministry of Tourism and nine other state entities operating in sectors including foreign trade, ... read more

Upon announcing the appointment, Cardinal Carlos Aguiar noted that the basilica “holds a privileged place in the life of our local Church and in the hearts of millions of pilgrims.” Monsignor Daniel Víctor Villalobos Ortiz, the new rector of Our Lady of Guadalupe Basilica. | Credit: Our Lady of Guadalupe ... read more

Monsignor Daniel Víctor Villalobos Ortiz has been appointed the new rector of the Our Lady of Guadalupe Basilica in Mexico City by the primatial archbishop of Mexico, Cardinal Carlos Aguiar Retes.A canon of the basilica and episcopal vicar for the clergy since August 2024, he was named exorcist for the Marian shrine in February of ... read more