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The Roman Martyrology (2004) commemorates today St. Narcissus of Jerusalem (99-215) who was consecrated Bishop of Jerusalem about the year 180. He was already an old man, and God attested his merits by many miracles. The holy bishop had many false accusations against him, but the truth prevailed. He decided to use this as an ... read more

President Donald Trump signs executive orders in the Oval Office of the White House. (Credit: The White House) On October 22, twelve American successors to the Apostles cleared up a conundrum that has baffled theologians for centuries: What is the unpardonable sin against the Holy Spirit? Thanks to them, we now know: ... read more

Rome – "The Gospel reaches Rome so that from Rome it may keep on running." Cardinal Baldassare Reina, Vicar General of His Holiness for the Diocese of Rome, reflected on the missionary vocation of the Church of Rome in the inaugural lecture that opened the 2026–2027 Academic Year on Thursday, October 29, in the Aula ... read more

undefined The University of Notre Dame’s official seal, designed in 1931, appears on a campus banner in South Bend, Indiana. A university investigation found ‘no evidence’ to support online accusations against Elizabeth Greenop. ... read more

undefined Exorcist Father Dan Reehil appears in a scene of ‘In Jesus’ Name.’ Three-part ‘In Jesus’ Name’ explores the dangers of the occult, the Church’s ministry of exorcism and Christ’s victory over evil. ... read more

undefined A woman prays in church. A Pew Research Center report found that while religious practice in the U.S. has ‘remained stable’ since 2020, a survey of young adults about religious practice found ‘mixed signals.’ ... read more

undefined Cardinal Joseph Tobin Cardinal Joseph Tobin will undergo surgery to remove a mass in a kidney, which will be examined by doctors. The archdiocese said doctors are optimistic about his outlook. ... read more

undefined Emergency services work at the scene of a collision between a Renfe AVE high-speed train and an Iryo train, approximately 90 miles south of Madrid between Urda and Los Yébenes in Toledo province in Spain on Oct. 28, 2026. The Spanish Bishops’ Conference, along with numerous bishops and dioceses, expressed condolences ... read more

undefined The Eternal City Tip-Off is scheduled for Nov. 1. The Eternal City Tip-Off will open the college basketball season Nov. 1, bringing the two Catholic universities together for a special doubleheader. ... read more

Cardinal Joseph Tobin will undergo surgery to remove a mass in a kidney, which will be examined by doctors. The archdiocese said doctors are optimistic about his outlook. Cardinal Joseph Tobin, archbishop of Newark, New Jersey. | Credit: Daniel Ibáñez/EWTN News Cardinal Joseph W. Tobin ... read more

Cardinal Joseph W. Tobin of the Archdiocese of Newark, New Jersey, is asking the faithful for prayers as he heads into surgery on Oct. 29 to address an issue with a kidney, according to an archdiocesan news release.“I am deeply grateful to the skilled and compassionate medical professionals who are guiding my care and preparing ... read more

The Spanish Bishops’ Conference (CEE, by its Spanish acronym) and numerous bishops and dioceses have expressed their condolences and dismay at another railway tragedy following the collision of two high-speed trains, which resulted in dozens of deaths on the morning of Oct. 28.The accident occurred in Urda, Toledo province, at around 9 a.m. local time ... read more

The Spanish Bishops’ Conference, along with numerous bishops and dioceses, expressed condolences and consternation following a railway tragedy that resulted in dozens of deaths. Emergency services are working at the scene of a collision between a Renfe AVE high-speed train and an Iryo train, approximately 90 miles south of Madrid ... read more

A Pew Research Center report found that while religious practice in the U.S. has “remained stable” since 2020, a survey of young adults about religious practice found “mixed signals.” [...] ... read more

A Pew Research report is pushing back on headlines of religious revival in the U.S. with data showing “mixed signals” among young adults.The Oct. 28 report from Pew Research Center found that while religious practice in the U.S. has “remained stable” since 2020, a survey of young adults about religious practice uncovered “mixed signals.” The ... read more