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In a July 19 letter addressed to the faithful of the Society of Saint Pius X, Father Davide Pagliarani decried the Vatican response to the consecration of four bishops without a pontifical mandate. “Right up until the last day, I hoped for a gesture of goodwill, or at least of simple understanding, ... read more

At the conclusion of a concert held in his honor, Pope Leo XIV said that “music, art, and beauty are means that help us look upward, moving toward God.” ... read more

On this week's episode of "The Nonviolent Jesus Podcast," John Dear hosts Catherine Meeks, founder of the Turquoise and Lavender Institute for Transformation and Healing. ... read more

The Washington Post compiled a list of the 25 most influential works of culture in U.S. history. Perusing the list, you would have no idea that religion has been a consistently important cultural force in the U.S. ... read more

The project was a test of whether Portsmouth Abbey and its school were willing to act on environmental values. "This is kind of a put-your-money-where-your-mouth-is kind of deal," says Br. Joseph Byron. ... read more

I therefore invite you, each day to seek the Lord, who desires nothing else than that you should be truly happy. Maintain a strong and lasting relationship with him in prayer and wherever possible organize moments in the course of your day in which you seek only his company. — Pope Benedict XVI ... read more

Today is the Optional Memorial of Saint Apollinaris (d. 79). Early accounts report that Apollinaris was ordained bishop by Saint Peter himself and sent as a missionary bishop to Ravenna during the reign of the emperor Claudius. Renowned for his powers to heal in the name of Christ, he was frequently exiled, tortured and imprisoned ... read more

Ferrán Torres is the Catholic forward who secured a 1–0 victory for Spain over Messiʼs Argentina in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, played on Sunday, July 19, in New Jersey.“The goal is the least important thing; right now, all I want is to grab that trophy and squeeze it as hard as I can, ... read more

Torres stands out for his Catholic faith within the Spanish national team, alongside coach Luis de la Fuente. Spain’s forward #07 Ferrán Torres celebrates scoring his team’s first goal with forward #19 Lamine Yamal during the 2026 World Cup football tournament final match between Spain and Argentina at the New ... read more

Try something new on the grill this summer! FOR THE DIP:     8 oz. part-skim ricotta cheese     8 strawberries, stems removed and halved     2 tablespoons plain, fat-free yogurt     1/4 teaspoon dried, ground ginger FOR GRILLING:     4 peaches, halved     8 chunks pineapple     4 plums, nectarines, or papaya, halved     ... read more

A home collapsed due to the July 18 earthquake in Peru's Junín region. “We express our spiritual closeness to all those affected, to those who have lost their homes, and to those generously participating in rescue, care, and relief efforts,” said Bishop Carlos García. ... read more

“We express our spiritual closeness to all those affected, to those who have lost their homes, and to those generously participating in rescue, care, and relief efforts,” Bishop Carlos García said. A home collapsed due to the July 18, 2026, earthquake in Peru’s Junín region. | Credit: Courtesy of National ... read more

Peruʼs bishops offered prayers and expressed their solidarity with the victims of an earthquake that struck Saturday night in the Junín region — located in the countryʼs central Andean zone — leaving at least five people dead, more than twenty injured, and hundreds affected.The earthquake, which occurred around 9:00 p.m., was centered in the district ... read more

An image of the Blessed Virgin damaged by the devastating earthquakes on June 24, 2026, in Venezuela. Bishop Carlos Márquez, auxiliary bishop of Caracas, Venezuela, explained that God’s promise is not to eliminate suffering but that amid pain, he will not abandon us. ... read more

As Argentina's national team advanced in the World Cup, spiritual beliefs have become increasing visible among many soccer fans in the South American nation. Now that the team is just one match away from the championship — it will face Spain in the final on Sunday (July 19) — faith appears to be playing a ... read more