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Speakers at Pastoral Staff Day say all are called to evangelize Katie V. Jones October 7, 2026 For generations, the Catholic parish was understood as a spiritual home for everyone who lived within its boundaries. But in an increasingly disconnected culture, parish leaders may not even know who lives in the houses just beyond their church doors.
St. Ignatius of Loyola Parish receives land donation from Natelli Communities Jenna Mattern October 7, 2026 As St. Ignatius of Loyola Parish in Ijamsville celebrates its 150th anniversary, the Frederick County faith community has received a property donation from Tom Natelli, president and CEO of Natelli Communities with an estimated value of $1 million.
An evening of hope during Transitus prayer service Katie V. Jones October 6, 2026 During an Oct. 3 prayer service, Archbishop William E. Lori reminded those gathered at the Shrine of St. Anthony in Ellicott City that while the service commemorated the death of St. Francis of Assisi 800 years ago, the evening was really about hope.
Radio Interview: Franciscan spirituality and the 800th anniversary of Francis’ death Catholic Review Staff October 5, 2026 In this Oct. 4, 2026, episode of Catholic Review Radio, host Rita Buettner explores the life, legacy and enduring spirituality of St. Francis of Assisi as the Church marks the 800th anniversary of his death. Through conversations with Conventual Franciscan Father Michael Heine, provincial of Our Lady of the Angels Province, and Conventual Franciscan Father Gary Johnson, vicar provincial, listeners gain fresh insight into one of Christianity’s most beloved saints.
Remains of over 100 bodies found in dig all buried in coffins at Irish mother and baby home OSV News October 8, 2026 A new update from the excavation at Ireland’s former mother and baby home in Tuam is challenging years of widely circulated claims that children’s remains were “dumped” at the site, with investigators reporting that all 109 sets of remains recovered so far show evidence of having been buried in coffins.
Australian bishop sentenced to 6.5 years in prison for abuse of Aboriginal men Junno Arocho Esteves October 8, 2026 Australian Bishop Christopher Saunders was sentenced to six-and-a-half years in prison Oct. 7 for abusing two victims who were part of the Indigenous Aboriginal community.
World Mission Sunday has ‘borne fruit in my own life,’ says Pope Leo Gina Christian October 8, 2026 The aim of World Mission Sunday (Oct. 18), established 100 years ago by Pope Pius XI, has “borne fruit in my own life,” said Pope Leo XIV.
Church leaders call for dialogue over confrontation amid turbulent protests in France Caroline de Sury October 8, 2026 Just days after Pope Leo XIV’s Sept. 25-28 apostolic visit to France, scenes of unrest have replaced the atmosphere of unity and peace that marked the papal trip.
Choose life this October Effie Caldarola October 8, 2026 During Nebraska’s long struggle to end the death penalty, a weekly protest was held outside the governor’s mansion.
Reflections on a diamond jubilee George Weigel October 8, 2026 What had once been our youthful field of dreams, where we encountered mythic figures – Triandos and Wilhelm, Robinson and Aparicio, Palmer and Weaver – was a field of rubble.
Praying for Heaven Rita Buettner October 8, 2026 My friend’s dear mother was nearing the end of her life, and I had assured her that I would pray.
AI and consciousness: Stranded in Eden, once more Elizabeth Scalia October 6, 2026 Elizabeth Dias is a very good writer, and if you can get behind the paywall at the New York Times, try to read her lengthy piece about religious scholars meeting with Anthropic to discuss whether they could help instill morality into Artificial Intelligence.
Pedaling for vocations Greg Erlandson October 1, 2026 I went on an unusual prayer retreat recently. I wore a helmet and cleats. It also involved two wheels and a strong headwind amid the rolling hills of southern Maryland.
