At UNESCO, pope laments paradox of celebrating AI while human dignity ‘discarded’ Pope Leo XIV arrives in Paris, urging French leaders to protect the right to life Culture of Life Studies Program’s 2026 pro-life essay contest now open through Nov. 7 During ‘Celebrate Sheen Show,’ Archbishop Sheen’s prayer habits, devotion to Eucharist highlighted for emulation White House marks Archbishop Sheen beatification, says his legacy endures Local News Archdiocese of Baltimore clarifies norms for Communion ministers Christopher Gunty September 25, 2026 In an effort by Archbishop William E. Lori to emphasize the importance of the Eucharist, the Archdiocese of Baltimore has released norms and a “Pastoral Guide for Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion.” Archbishop Lori rejoices at Fulton Sheen beatification Christopher Gunty September 25, 2026 The archbishop was one of almost 90 bishops, some 1,000 priests, an estimated 1,600 men and women religious, and almost 250 deacons present for the beatification Mass. Many of the ministers wore vestments embroidered with “JMJ” in Archbishop Sheen’s signature script, the shorthand for “Jesus, Mary and Joseph” that he wrote at the top of his blackboard for every show. St. Bernadette’s relics draw hundreds of pilgrims to Emmitsburg despite heavy rain George P. Matysek Jr. September 23, 2026 Despite driving rain and some of the worst road conditions she said she has ever encountered, Brooke White left her home in Wayne, Pa., at 6 a.m. Sept. 22 for the two-and-a-half-hour trek to Emmitsburg. Radio Interview: Archbishop Fulton Sheen’s enduring legacy Catholic Review Staff September 22, 2026 Christopher Gunty speaks with Monsignor Jason Gray, executive director of the Archbishop Fulton Sheen Foundation, about the remarkable life and legacy of Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen. Their conversation traces Archbishop Sheen’s journey from his humble beginnings in Peoria, Il., to becoming one of the most influential Catholic communicators of the 20th century. More Local News World News At UNESCO, pope laments paradox of celebrating AI while human dignity ‘discarded’ Junno Arocho Esteves September 25, 2026 Pope Leo XIV warned diplomats, academics and youth delegates that human dignity is being cast to the wayside in the name of efficiency and productivity in the era of AI. Pope Leo XIV arrives in Paris, urging French leaders to protect the right to life Courtney Mares September 25, 2026 Pope Leo XIV arrived in Paris Sept. 25 beginning his four-day trip to France by urging French leaders not to forget their duty to protect every human life in a forceful speech at the Élysée Palace condemning “assisted dying,” abortion and surrogacy. During ‘Celebrate Sheen Show,’ Archbishop Sheen’s prayer habits, devotion to Eucharist highlighted for emulation Lauretta Brown September 25, 2026 When Bishop Louis Tylka was named bishop of Peoria, Illinois, in 2020, he inherited the responsibility for Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen’s cause for canonization. White House marks Archbishop Sheen beatification, says his legacy endures OSV News September 25, 2026 Shortly before the Sept. 24 beatification of Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen in St. Louis, the White House issued a presidential message marking the occasion. More World News Commentary Here comes fall: Time for chicken noodle soup Rita Buettner September 21, 2026 There are many chicken noodle soup recipes that are absolutely delicious. This one is a favorite because it’s tasty—but it’s also easy and quick. Praying through the noise Rita Buettner September 19, 2026 We can find God in the peaceful quiet of the world. But he also invites us to connect with him even in the busyness of our day. Fulton Sheen: A teacher of virtue Sister Jude Andrew Link September 17, 2026 “What virtues do you think Sheen is an example of?” That question was put to me by a fellow sister who was preparing her classroom for the beginning of the school year. Here in Peoria, Illinois, we are already several weeks into the school year. But in other parts of the country, students and teachers just had their first days of class this week. This sister was preparing a bulletin board about saints and virtues. Question Corner: How can a priest deal pastorally with those who are quick to suspect people of being Freemasons? Jenna Marie Cooper September 16, 2026 Q: As a parish priest, I found your recent article on the Church’s teaching on Freemasonry interesting, and I have a follow-up question: How can one deal pastorally with parishioners who are quick to suspect people of being Freemasons? I can think of one or two parishioners who are convinced the Vatican is infiltrated by Freemasons, and anybody in Church life they in any way disagree with must be a Freemason. They can be frustrating, as it’s hard to argue with them without them turning around and saying that you must be a Freemason! (Ireland) Front-row seat Rita Buettner September 16, 2026 We bring our children to Mass. We slide into the front row in hopes it will bring our children closer to God. We pray for them every day. We ask God to help us be everything they need us to be. And they do find their way. More Commentary Featured Video Relics of St. Bernadette were displayed for veneration at the National Shrine Grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes in Emmitsburg Sept. 22. More than 650 visitors attended throughout the day. Click here to read the full story.
Archdiocese of Baltimore clarifies norms for Communion ministers Christopher Gunty September 25, 2026 In an effort by Archbishop William E. Lori to emphasize the importance of the Eucharist, the Archdiocese of Baltimore has released norms and a “Pastoral Guide for Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion.”
Archbishop Lori rejoices at Fulton Sheen beatification Christopher Gunty September 25, 2026 The archbishop was one of almost 90 bishops, some 1,000 priests, an estimated 1,600 men and women religious, and almost 250 deacons present for the beatification Mass. Many of the ministers wore vestments embroidered with “JMJ” in Archbishop Sheen’s signature script, the shorthand for “Jesus, Mary and Joseph” that he wrote at the top of his blackboard for every show.
St. Bernadette’s relics draw hundreds of pilgrims to Emmitsburg despite heavy rain George P. Matysek Jr. September 23, 2026 Despite driving rain and some of the worst road conditions she said she has ever encountered, Brooke White left her home in Wayne, Pa., at 6 a.m. Sept. 22 for the two-and-a-half-hour trek to Emmitsburg.
Radio Interview: Archbishop Fulton Sheen’s enduring legacy Catholic Review Staff September 22, 2026 Christopher Gunty speaks with Monsignor Jason Gray, executive director of the Archbishop Fulton Sheen Foundation, about the remarkable life and legacy of Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen. Their conversation traces Archbishop Sheen’s journey from his humble beginnings in Peoria, Il., to becoming one of the most influential Catholic communicators of the 20th century.
At UNESCO, pope laments paradox of celebrating AI while human dignity ‘discarded’ Junno Arocho Esteves September 25, 2026 Pope Leo XIV warned diplomats, academics and youth delegates that human dignity is being cast to the wayside in the name of efficiency and productivity in the era of AI.
Pope Leo XIV arrives in Paris, urging French leaders to protect the right to life Courtney Mares September 25, 2026 Pope Leo XIV arrived in Paris Sept. 25 beginning his four-day trip to France by urging French leaders not to forget their duty to protect every human life in a forceful speech at the Élysée Palace condemning “assisted dying,” abortion and surrogacy.
During ‘Celebrate Sheen Show,’ Archbishop Sheen’s prayer habits, devotion to Eucharist highlighted for emulation Lauretta Brown September 25, 2026 When Bishop Louis Tylka was named bishop of Peoria, Illinois, in 2020, he inherited the responsibility for Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen’s cause for canonization.
White House marks Archbishop Sheen beatification, says his legacy endures OSV News September 25, 2026 Shortly before the Sept. 24 beatification of Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen in St. Louis, the White House issued a presidential message marking the occasion.
Here comes fall: Time for chicken noodle soup Rita Buettner September 21, 2026 There are many chicken noodle soup recipes that are absolutely delicious. This one is a favorite because it’s tasty—but it’s also easy and quick.
Praying through the noise Rita Buettner September 19, 2026 We can find God in the peaceful quiet of the world. But he also invites us to connect with him even in the busyness of our day.
Fulton Sheen: A teacher of virtue Sister Jude Andrew Link September 17, 2026 “What virtues do you think Sheen is an example of?” That question was put to me by a fellow sister who was preparing her classroom for the beginning of the school year. Here in Peoria, Illinois, we are already several weeks into the school year. But in other parts of the country, students and teachers just had their first days of class this week. This sister was preparing a bulletin board about saints and virtues.
Question Corner: How can a priest deal pastorally with those who are quick to suspect people of being Freemasons? Jenna Marie Cooper September 16, 2026 Q: As a parish priest, I found your recent article on the Church’s teaching on Freemasonry interesting, and I have a follow-up question: How can one deal pastorally with parishioners who are quick to suspect people of being Freemasons? I can think of one or two parishioners who are convinced the Vatican is infiltrated by Freemasons, and anybody in Church life they in any way disagree with must be a Freemason. They can be frustrating, as it’s hard to argue with them without them turning around and saying that you must be a Freemason! (Ireland)
Front-row seat Rita Buettner September 16, 2026 We bring our children to Mass. We slide into the front row in hopes it will bring our children closer to God. We pray for them every day. We ask God to help us be everything they need us to be. And they do find their way.
