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Vatican unveils initiatives to mark 400th anniversary of St. Peter’s Basilica
Posted on 02/16/2026 08:00 AM ()
Cardinal Mauro Gambetti, Archpriest of St. Peter’s Basilica, announces initiatives for the imminent 400th anniversary of the Basilica’s dedication, including a multilingual platform for pilgrims, access to previously inaccessible areas, and the launch of the new ‘Michelangelus’ font.
Daughters of St Paul celebrate 50 years of presence in Kenya
Posted on 02/16/2026 07:33 AM ()
On 15 February 2026, the Daughters of St Paul began their year-long 50th anniversary celebrations in Kenya with a solemn Eucharistic celebration at Consolata Shrine, Westlands, Nairobi, led by Archbishop Philip Anyolo and concelebrated by Auxiliary Bishop-Elect of Kisumu Archdiocese, Fr Vincent Ouma Odundo.
Just what does it mean to be named a ‘chaplain of His Holiness’?
Posted on 02/16/2026 07:00 AM (CNA Daily News)
Pope Leo to mark start of Lent with historic procession on ancient Roman hill
Posted on 02/16/2026 06:00 AM (CNA Daily News)
Pope: Civil harmony allows poor to find welcome, services to reach all
Posted on 02/16/2026 05:02 AM ()
At an audience with Italian Prefects, Pope Leo XIV invites civil servants to uphold the good of the nation, so that all people may benefit from the rule of law and equal access to government services.
UN: Israel blocked three aid missions as Gaza crisis persists
Posted on 02/16/2026 04:00 AM ()
The United Nations said that its teams attempted to coordinate eight humanitarian missions last week and five were fully facilitated.
Pope: War is gravest attack possible against life and public health
Posted on 02/16/2026 03:48 AM ()
Pope Leo XIV addresses participants in the Plenary Assembly of the Pontifical Academy for Life, and underlines the importance of promoting health in a world consumed by conflict.
Cardinal Ouellet on lay people in positions of authority in Roman Curia
Posted on 02/16/2026 02:46 AM ()
Cardinal Marc Ouellet, Prefect Emeritus of the Dicastery for Bishops, reflects on the appointment of laypeople to positions of authority in the Roman Curia, asking if it is a concession to be reviewed or an ecclesiological advance.
Nugget of Wisdom from Fr. Ivan's Homily
Posted on 02/15/2026 19:00 PM (St. Anthony Church)
DC bishop: Catholics should ‘get the facts’ on immigration, Church teachings
Posted on 02/15/2026 17:42 PM (CNA Daily News)