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Sir James MacMillan on silence and sacred music

Sir James MacMillan receives a Doctorate Honoris Causa at the Pontifical Institute of Sacred Music and delivers a lecture on the spiritual and creative role of silence in sacred composition. [...]

Tree planted in Vatican Gardens sign of responsibility towards creation

The National Order of Agronomists and Foresters gifts a gingko biloba tree to Pope Leo, which has been planted in the Vatican Gardens. At the planting ceremony, the Holy See's [...]

Holy See: Women must be at the heart of the digital transformation of the Americas

The Holy See asks that the digital transformation of the Americas place women and human dignity at its centre. Speaking at the Organization of American States during a session marking [...]

In this week’s news from the Eastern Churches, produced in collaboration with L’Œuvre d’Orient, we turn to the escalating violence in the Middle East and its impact on communities in [...]

Holy See: Foreign debt perpetuates cycles of poverty and inequality

The Holy See’s Permanent Observer to the UN in Geneva calls for efforts to overcome global inequalities exacerbated by foreign debt. Read all   [...]

The president of the March for Life, an alumna of the University of Notre Dame, recently wrote an op-ed debunking claims made by Associate Professor Susan… The post March for [...]

The Archdiocese of San Francisco and the American Jewish Committee (AJC) will hold an interfaith dialogue later this month in observance of the 60th anniversary of… The post San Francisco [...]

Detroit archdiocese enters new phase of restructuring plan amid priest shortage, declining Mass attendance

The Archdiocese of Detroit is entering a new phase of its restructuring process that could force several churches to close because of a priest shortage, declining… The post Detroit archdiocese [...]

Holy See says Christianity is most persecuted religion in world, urges religious freedom protections

In an address to the United Nations (UN) and international organizations March 3, the Holy See’s permanent observer to the UN highlighted high levels of Christian… The post Holy See [...]

Papal household preacher gives first Lenten sermon on the courage to be humble

With Pope Leo in attendance, Capuchin friar Father Roberto Pasolini, the preacher of the Papal Household, on March 6 gave the first of his Lenten Sermons,… The post Papal household [...]

Salesians open shelters for families fleeing bombardment in Lebanon

Salesian centers in Lebanon shelter displaced families as renewed regional violence disrupts communities and deepens humanitarian needs [...]

War-driven oil spike shakes global markets as Asian equities slip

Rising geopolitical tensions unsettle markets as fears grow that prolonged conflict could disrupt energy supply and economic stability [...]

Sanju Samson and the Quiet Power of Belief

Keep believing. Stay grateful. Never be scared to let your faith show. Not because it is easy, but because it is true [...]

Caritas Philippines warns fossil fuel dependence deepens war, economic insecurity

Philippine Church social action arm says oil-driven conflicts deepen instability and economic hardship, calling for urgent renewable energy transition [...]

Holy See: Christians are most persecuted religious community in world

The Holy See highlights the persecution that Christians face across the world and emphasizes that nations must ensure religious freedom [...]

- Tessa Gervasini
Sister Mary Agnes discusses path to her vocation and mission of Sisters of Life
Sister Mary Agnes Donavan says to recognize our God-given gifts, “other people notice it first, and they'll tell you.”
- Tyler Arnold
Trump administration repeals gender, sexuality affirmation rules for foster homes
A federal judge blocked the rule nine months ago.
- Tyler Arnold
U.S. bishops to advocate ‘just immigration policies’ with Homeland Security successor
U.S. bishops said they hope to work with Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem’s replacement. Policy scholars said they expect that many of the administration’s priorities will remain in place.
- Andrés Henríquez
Cuba ‘needs renewal and positive changes not more pain,’ Caribbean bishops say
As poor living conditions worsen in Cuba, accelerated by the U.S. oil embargo, Caribbean bishops appealed for assistance to reach those most in need without political manipulations or delays.
- Madalaine Elhabbal
Catholic bishops’ conferences around the world call for end to Iran war
Catholic bishops around the world condemn the Iran war, a German cathedral defends its display of a 50-foot whale carcass in its sanctuary, and an Angola priest survives an attempt on his life.
- Madeleine Teahan
English historian and pro-life advocate Jack Scarisbrick dies at 97
The Henry VIII scholar who contributed to “Catholic revisionism” was known for his commitment to pro-life advocacy and helping pregnant women.
- Andy Drozdziak
Scottish bishops urge politicians to reject ‘dreadful’ assisted suicide bill
With a final vote on the controversial proposal due to take place on March 17, Scottish bishops have made an urgent plea to Scottish politicians to reject the legislation.

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