Radio Interview: Sinners and Saints video series Archbishop Fulton Sheen’s beatification moves ahead after 6-year pause In pastoral letter, Archbishop Lori calls for renewed political culture Vatican confirms pope will not visit U.S. in 2026 March for Life rally, national shrine, CUA among infection sites for confirmed measles cases in D.C. Local News Radio Interview: Sinners and Saints video series Catholic Review Staff February 9, 2026 Catholic Review Editor Christopher Gunty talks with Tim Jeffries and Joe Reynolds, producers of the popular video series “Sinners and Saints,” which is now filming its third season. In pastoral letter, Archbishop Lori calls for renewed political culture Christopher Gunty February 9, 2026 In a new pastoral letter released Feb. 9, Archbishop William E. Lori of Baltimore takes the approaching occasion of the nation’s 250th anniversary to address “a moment of grace and responsibility” Archdiocese of Baltimore’s Institute for Evangelization marks five years of accompaniment, engagement Christopher Gunty February 9, 2026 In the five years since Archbishop William E. Lori established the Institute for Evangelization – building on the work of a former Department of Evangelization but significantly expanding its scope and reach – it has become a spark and an inspiration, bringing encouragement and resources to parishes as they help form missionary disciples. Catholic Charities strengthens Fugett Center offerings with partnerships Catholic Review Staff February 6, 2026 Catholic Charities of Baltimore announced Feb. 2 that it has expanded its community outreach partnerships at the Carolyn E. Fugett Intergenerational Center, which is set to open this spring in West Baltimore. More Local News World News Archbishop Sheen’s cause for beatification has hit many speed bumps along way Junno Arocho Esteves February 9, 2026 After decades of anticipation and a cause marked by unexpected delays, the Diocese of Peoria has announced that Venerable Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen — beloved evangelist, television pioneer and native son of Illinois — will at last be beatified, a joy-filled announcement that comes only after years of legal disputes and renewed scrutiny briefly slowed his path to the altars. Who was Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen? Michael R. Heinlein February 9, 2026 Once dubbed “God’s microphone,” Archbishop Sheen announced God’s truth in a nonconfrontational, yet no less life-giving, manner to untold millions through radio, print and television. Archbishop Fulton Sheen’s beatification moves ahead after 6-year pause OSV News February 9, 2026 Venerable Fulton J. Sheen will soon be beatified, now that the Vatican has given the green light, the Diocese of Peoria, Illinois, announced Feb. 9. No date or location for the beatification was given. Vatican confirms pope will not visit U.S. in 2026 Junno Arocho Esteves February 9, 2026 The Vatican press office confirmed that Pope Leo XIV has no plans to visit the U.S. this year. More World News Commentary With Sheen beatification moving forward, can Church learn from unfortunate episode? Michael R. Heinlein February 9, 2026 No matter the obstacles, internally or externally, Sheen’s virtue developed and deepened. He grew holier throughout his life, no doubt strengthened by both his own sufferings in the Church and battling his own personal shortcomings, but also on account of habits and practices which nurtured and intensified his faith like the daily holy hour to which he committed as a young priest. 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I will admit that it’s lovely and shiny and white—well, except the gray and black stuff that’s hanging along the sides of roads… A Quaker, Bavarian monk and Catholic king: Exploring Catholic history in Pennsylvania, New York and New Jersey Father Anthony D. Andreassi February 8, 2026 In this continuing series on the origins of Catholicism in the 50 states, the Catholic history of the mid-Atlantic offers a particularly revealing case. In New York, Pennsylvania and New Jersey, Catholic life took shape unevenly, shaped as much by law and political culture as by migration and missionary effort. More Commentary Featured Video A look at Pope Leo’s Angelus prayer Feb. 8.
Radio Interview: Sinners and Saints video series Catholic Review Staff February 9, 2026 Catholic Review Editor Christopher Gunty talks with Tim Jeffries and Joe Reynolds, producers of the popular video series “Sinners and Saints,” which is now filming its third season.
In pastoral letter, Archbishop Lori calls for renewed political culture Christopher Gunty February 9, 2026 In a new pastoral letter released Feb. 9, Archbishop William E. Lori of Baltimore takes the approaching occasion of the nation’s 250th anniversary to address “a moment of grace and responsibility”
Archdiocese of Baltimore’s Institute for Evangelization marks five years of accompaniment, engagement Christopher Gunty February 9, 2026 In the five years since Archbishop William E. Lori established the Institute for Evangelization – building on the work of a former Department of Evangelization but significantly expanding its scope and reach – it has become a spark and an inspiration, bringing encouragement and resources to parishes as they help form missionary disciples.
Catholic Charities strengthens Fugett Center offerings with partnerships Catholic Review Staff February 6, 2026 Catholic Charities of Baltimore announced Feb. 2 that it has expanded its community outreach partnerships at the Carolyn E. Fugett Intergenerational Center, which is set to open this spring in West Baltimore.
Archbishop Sheen’s cause for beatification has hit many speed bumps along way Junno Arocho Esteves February 9, 2026 After decades of anticipation and a cause marked by unexpected delays, the Diocese of Peoria has announced that Venerable Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen — beloved evangelist, television pioneer and native son of Illinois — will at last be beatified, a joy-filled announcement that comes only after years of legal disputes and renewed scrutiny briefly slowed his path to the altars.
Who was Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen? Michael R. Heinlein February 9, 2026 Once dubbed “God’s microphone,” Archbishop Sheen announced God’s truth in a nonconfrontational, yet no less life-giving, manner to untold millions through radio, print and television.
Archbishop Fulton Sheen’s beatification moves ahead after 6-year pause OSV News February 9, 2026 Venerable Fulton J. Sheen will soon be beatified, now that the Vatican has given the green light, the Diocese of Peoria, Illinois, announced Feb. 9. No date or location for the beatification was given.
Vatican confirms pope will not visit U.S. in 2026 Junno Arocho Esteves February 9, 2026 The Vatican press office confirmed that Pope Leo XIV has no plans to visit the U.S. this year.
With Sheen beatification moving forward, can Church learn from unfortunate episode? Michael R. Heinlein February 9, 2026 No matter the obstacles, internally or externally, Sheen’s virtue developed and deepened. He grew holier throughout his life, no doubt strengthened by both his own sufferings in the Church and battling his own personal shortcomings, but also on account of habits and practices which nurtured and intensified his faith like the daily holy hour to which he committed as a young priest.
Meet 5 married couples who are saints Katie Yoder February 9, 2026 Catholics and people worldwide associate St. Valentine’s feast day with love and romance. Here are five married couples who are saints today because they lived out a vocation of love for each other — and for God.
Author of ‘Abortion and America’s Churches’ on history of abortion debate Charles C. Camosy February 9, 2026 Abortion remains a divisive issue in the United States, and while the Catholic Church has taken a clear stand against abortion, different Christian groups have been divided on the issue in a way that has informed the advocacy and arguments surrounding it.
Dear Fans of Winter… Rita Buettner February 8, 2026 Dear People Who Love Winter, Just checking in here. See all that ice and snow? Yeah, that snowcrete that is our permanent backdrop now? The stuff we have children sliding all over trying to catch the bus or walk to school? Yup, that. It’s hard to miss. I will admit that it’s lovely and shiny and white—well, except the gray and black stuff that’s hanging along the sides of roads…
A Quaker, Bavarian monk and Catholic king: Exploring Catholic history in Pennsylvania, New York and New Jersey Father Anthony D. Andreassi February 8, 2026 In this continuing series on the origins of Catholicism in the 50 states, the Catholic history of the mid-Atlantic offers a particularly revealing case. In New York, Pennsylvania and New Jersey, Catholic life took shape unevenly, shaped as much by law and political culture as by migration and missionary effort.
