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The Church celebrates the Optional Memorial of St. John of Kanty (1390-1473), priest. Born in Kanty (Cracow, Poland), he taught at the university and became pastor of a parish. He was distinguished for his piety and love of neighbor. ... read more

Detail from "Nativity" (c.1311 - c.1320) by Giotto [WikiArt.org] The Roman Missal provides four distinct Mass texts for the celebration of the Nativity of the Lord: the “Vigil Mass,” the “Mass During the Night,” the “Mass at Dawn,” and the “Mass During the Day.” The gospel readings for these Christmas Masses teach ... read more

The White House has dismissed a plea from the Catholic bishops of Florida, who had called for a pause in immigration-enforcement actions during the Christmas season. In an email response on behalf of the Trump administration, Abigail Jackson wrote: “President Trump was elected based on his promise to the American people to deport criminal aliens. ... read more

(Image: Ignatius Press / www.ignatius.com) The historical relationship between Judaism and Catholicism is complex. Deep and abiding theological differences endure, and yet Jesus himself said that “salvation comes from the Jews” (Jn 4:22), and Pope Pius XI said that, “Spiritually, we are all Semites.” Looking at this long and complicated history, how ... read more

‘Madonna and Child’ by Giovanni Battista Salvi da Sassoferrato is often used as cover art for ‘The Reed of God’ by Caryll Houselander. ‘The Reed of God’ author’s insights touch the heart. ... read more

Miami Archbishop Thomas Wenski serves on the Committee on Migration of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops. ‘Removing dangerous criminals has been accomplished to a great degree,’ the bishops said in a Dec. 22 statement. ... read more

Miami Archbishop Thomas Wenski serves on the Committee on Migration of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops. / Credit: “The World Over with Raymond Arroyo”/EWTN News screenshot Washington, D.C. Newsroom, Dec 22, 2025 / 16:52 pm (CNA). The bishops of the Catholic Church in Florida have asked President Donald Trump and ... read more

Miami Archbishop Thomas Wenski serves on the Committee on Migration of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops. / Credit: “The World Over with Raymond Arroyo”/EWTN News screenshot Washington, D.C. Newsroom, Dec 22, 2025 / 16:52 pm (CNA). The bishops of the Catholic Church in Florida have asked President Donald Trump and Gov. ... read more

Archbishop Paul S. Coakley preaches during a Mass in the Oklahoma City cathedral in 2021. | Credit: Archdiocese of Oklahoma City Washington, D.C. Newsroom, Dec 22, 2025 / 13:07 pm Archbishop Paul Coakley said this week he is looking forward to speaking with President Donald Trump in “the near future.” Coakley, who was elected president of the ... read more

Archbishop Paul S. Coakley preaches during a Mass in the Oklahoma City cathedral in 2021. | Credit: Archdiocese of Oklahoma City Washington, D.C. Newsroom, Dec 22, 2025 / 13:07 pm Archbishop Paul Coakley said this week he is looking forward to speaking with President Donald Trump in “the near future.” Coakley, who was elected president of the ... read more

The pastor of a Catholic parish near Boston says an anti-immigration-enforcement display in its Nativity scene will stay up at least for the time being, and he is asking for a meeting with the archbishop. The announcement Monday night — more than three days after the Archdiocese of Boston said the display should be removed ... read more

Archdiocese of Oklahoma City Archbishop Paul S. Coakley preaches during a Mass in the Oklahoma City cathedral in 2021. In regard to immigration, Archbishop Coakley said there is a lot of 'anxiety' among migrants, but the situation 'varies from place to place.' ... read more

Vatican Media Pope Leo XIV addresses employees of the Vatican on Dec. 22, 2025, in the Paul VI Audience Hall at the Vatican. Reflecting on the Nativity scene, Pope Leo pointed to the many figures shown at work — each carrying out a task — as a reminder that everyday activities find their full ... read more

Vatican Media Pope Leo XIV greets pilgrims gathered in St. Peter’s Square on Dec. 20, 2025. The letter closes with a focus on vocations and the need for both prayer and renewed pastoral creativity. ... read more

Diocese of Austin Pope Leo XIV appointed Monsignor James A. Misko, a priest of the Diocese of Austin, Texas, as the next bishop of Tucson, Arizona, on Dec. 22, 2025. In 2019, Msgr. Misko was named vicar general and moderator of the curia for the Diocese of Austin. ... read more