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Let Us Place the New Year 2022 Under the Protection of Mary: Pope Francis
Pope Francis’ first public act of 2022 was to offer Mass for the Solemnity of Mary, Holy Mother of God.
Pope Francis on New Year’s Eve: Jesus Christ Gives Meaning to Our Lives in Joy and Sorrow
Pope Francis said to trust in Jesus Christ who "brings time to its fullness."
Vatican Agency Reveals Number of Missionaries Murdered Around the World During 2021
22 Catholic missionaries were killed around the world in 2021, half of them in Africa, according to a report released by the Fides News Agency and distributed Thursday by the Vatican press office.
Ideas for New Year's Resolutions as Catholics
Should you make a New Year’s resolution? If so, how can you involve your faith in the process? What can you do to set yourself up to be one of the 8 percent that follows through on the goal you set for yourself? CNA has some ideas to kickstart your 2022 on a positive note!
Christians Still Face Persecution Globally, But There are Signs of Hope: Catholic Charity
Christians continue to face persecution across the globe but there are many signs of hope, according to the Catholic charity Aid to the Church in Need (ACN).
Ask for the Courage of St. Joseph to Trust in God’s Plan: Pope Francis
When threatened, we all have the possibility of becoming "little Herods," Pope Francis said.
Mother Teresa Missionaries Seek Swift Fix after Indian Government Blocks Foreign Donations
Supporters of Mother Teresa’s Missionaries of Charity reacted with surprise and concern to the Indian government’s ruling that the organization is now ineligible for foreign donations, but a spokeswoman for the Calcutta-based branch of the organization believes the situation will be remedied without much effect on the missionaries’ work.
Meet the Holy Innocents: The "infant martyrs" Who Died for Baby Jesus
The Holy Innocents did not know Jesus, but they died in his place. Dec. 28 marks the feast of these baby boys who are, today, recognized as the first martyrs and pro-life patron saints.
Pope, Catholic Bishops in Southern Africa Send Condolences for Death of Desmond Tutu
Pope Francis and members of the Southern African Catholic Bishops’ Conference (SACBC) on Sunday, December 26, sent their condolences for the death of retired Anglican Archbishop and anti-apartheid leader, Desmond Tutu.
Pray for Peace, Commit “to sustain, defend and safeguard the family”: Pope Francis
“Please, each day, let us pray a little bit together, if you can make the effort, to ask God for the gift of peace.”
Pope Francis Encourages Married Couples to Rely on Christ in Letter for Holy Family Feast
“Families have always been in my thoughts and prayers, but especially so during the pandemic,” Pope Francis said.
Christmas Urbi et Orbi Blessing 2021: Pope Asks World Leaders to Be Open to Dialogue
He spoke from the central balcony overlooking a rainy St. Peter’s Square.
"God comes into the world in littleness": Pope Francis in Christmas Homily
In his Christmas homily, Pope Francis asked Christians to contemplate that God did not choose to come into the world in grandeur, but as a humble child born into poverty.
EWTN Documentary Highlights Chart-topping Christmas Album from Germany, "Sancta Nox"
A documentary airing on EWTN this Christmas will bring viewers to a seminary in Bavaria, home to an internationally diverse group of men whose singing recently topped the classical charts.
Ghanaian Cardinal’s Retirement as Head of Vatican Dicastery Accepted, Interim Head Named
The dicastery will be led for now by Canadian Cardinal Michael Czerny.
Roman Curia Needs "synodal conversion": Pope Francis
He said that Vatican officials should set an example for Catholics worldwide.
Vatican Reaffirms Support for COVID-19 Vaccines amid Spread of Omicron Variant
It issued a statement amid global concern about the Omicron variant.
Take "shared responsibility" for Refugees, Migrants, Pope Francis Urges European Countries
The pope made the appeal at his general audience.
Vatican-based Ghanaian Cardinal: Pope Francis Will Decide if I Continue to Lead Dicastery
The Ghanaian cardinal confirmed that his five-year term is expiring.
2022 World Peace Day Message: Pope Francis Calls for Investment in Education, Not Weaponry
The World Day of Peace is celebrated annually on Jan. 1.
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