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Ethiopian bishops urge their people to resist hatred and division
Posted on 03/13/2026 07:58 AM ()
Ethiopia’s Catholic Bishops condemn acts of violence committed against civilians in various parts of the country and appeal to men and women of goodwill to resist hatred and reject attempts to create division in society.
Who was Father Pierre al-Rahi, the Maronite priest who died helping the wounded in Lebanon?
Posted on 03/13/2026 07:00 AM (CNA Daily News)
Cuba to release 51 prisoners during Holy Week following talks with Holy See
Posted on 03/13/2026 06:57 AM ()
In a statement, the Cuban government says the decision to pardon dozens of prisoners in the coming days has been taken in a spirit of goodwill and fluid diplomatic relations with the Holy See and coincides with the proximity of Holy Week celebrations.
Fr. Pasolini: In a world of wars, fraternity is not an ideal but a responsibility
Posted on 03/13/2026 06:36 AM ()
The Preacher of the Papal Household, Fr. Roberto Pasolini, delivers his second Lenten meditation to the Roman Curia, with Pope Leo in attendance, and reflects on the grace and responsibility of communion, drawing on Saint Francis’s insight that relationships with others are an opportunity to learn the logic of the Gospel.
Pope: Do Christians responsible for war examine their conscience?
Posted on 03/13/2026 06:33 AM ()
Pope Leo XIV invites Christians who bear responsibility for war to make a serious examination of conscience, as he meet with future confessors.
Pedriatricians urge families to watch for warning signs of eating disorders
Posted on 03/13/2026 06:30 AM ()
On the eve of the National Purple Ribbon Day, pediatricians in Italy warn that eating disorders are affecting children at increasingly younger ages, and call on families to recognize early warning signs and seek timely support.
Pope praises Italian Catholic initiatives serving the vulnerable
Posted on 03/13/2026 06:22 AM ()
Pope Leo XIV thanks representatives of Italy's Catholic Foundation and Catholic Insurance Society for their important contribution to social cohesion and to the protection of the most vulnerable.
Pope to FADICA: Care for most vulnerable is manifestation of divine love
Posted on 03/13/2026 02:00 AM ()
To commemorate the 50th anniversary of the founding of FADICA-Catholic Philanthropy Network, Pope Leo XIV encourages the organization to continue its “worthy mission” of helping those most in need.
Catholics celebrate after Alabama governor commutes death sentence of man convicted in 1991 murder
Posted on 03/12/2026 15:00 PM (CNA Daily News)
Lebanon mourns Father Pierre al-Rahi as calls for peace echo at his funeral
Posted on 03/12/2026 13:17 PM (CNA Daily News)