With 66 seminarians in formation, Archdiocese of Baltimore sees vocations surge Wrapping up France visit, Pope Leo calls on Europe to choose reconciliation over division Polish, Ukrainian presidents condemn fatal stabbing of priest at Polish abbey by Ukrainian man At Lourdes, a refuge for the ill, Pope Leo stands against assisted dying laws USCCB files brief in support of Catholic preschools in clash with Colorado over ‘universal’ program Local News With 66 seminarians in formation, Archdiocese of Baltimore sees vocations surge George P. Matysek Jr. September 28, 2026 The Archdiocese of Baltimore is preparing for a milestone not seen in more than half a century: the ordination of 12 new priests in a single year. 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. More Local News World News Wrapping up France visit, Pope Leo calls on Europe to choose reconciliation over division Junno Arocho Esteves September 28, 2026 Invoking the memory of a region marked by war and division, Pope Leo XIV called on humanity to let go of revenge and retaliation, and instead seek the path of reconciliation and peace. Polish, Ukrainian presidents condemn fatal stabbing of priest at Polish abbey by Ukrainian man Katarzyna Szalajko September 28, 2026 WARSAW, Poland (OSV News) — A priest was killed and four other people were wounded in a knife attack at a Catholic complex in southeastern Poland Sept. 24, prompting condolences from Poland and Ukraine and appeals from Church leaders not to allow the crime to fuel hatred. Police said they detained a 31-year-old Ukrainian citizen shortly after the attack at the Benedictine sisters’ abbey in Jaroslaw, a city about 20… At Lourdes, a refuge for the ill, Pope Leo stands against assisted dying laws Josephine Peterson September 28, 2026 At a shrine where the sick and disabled are prioritized, Pope Leo XIV said human frailty can never diminish a person’s dignity, bringing one of the central messages of his visit to France, where the government recently legalized assisted dying. USCCB files brief in support of Catholic preschools in clash with Colorado over ‘universal’ program OSV News September 28, 2026 The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops has filed an amicus brief with the U.S. Supreme Court in support of a challenge from Catholic preschools regarding their ability to participate in Colorado’s universal preschool program. More World News Commentary A Visit to the Relics of St. Bernadette Rita Buettner September 27, 2026 Of course, once I was in line, I was all in. I found myself realizing what a blessing it was that the parking lot was packed and that the line was long. 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) 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.
With 66 seminarians in formation, Archdiocese of Baltimore sees vocations surge George P. Matysek Jr. September 28, 2026 The Archdiocese of Baltimore is preparing for a milestone not seen in more than half a century: the ordination of 12 new priests in a single year.
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.
Wrapping up France visit, Pope Leo calls on Europe to choose reconciliation over division Junno Arocho Esteves September 28, 2026 Invoking the memory of a region marked by war and division, Pope Leo XIV called on humanity to let go of revenge and retaliation, and instead seek the path of reconciliation and peace.
Polish, Ukrainian presidents condemn fatal stabbing of priest at Polish abbey by Ukrainian man Katarzyna Szalajko September 28, 2026 WARSAW, Poland (OSV News) — A priest was killed and four other people were wounded in a knife attack at a Catholic complex in southeastern Poland Sept. 24, prompting condolences from Poland and Ukraine and appeals from Church leaders not to allow the crime to fuel hatred. Police said they detained a 31-year-old Ukrainian citizen shortly after the attack at the Benedictine sisters’ abbey in Jaroslaw, a city about 20…
At Lourdes, a refuge for the ill, Pope Leo stands against assisted dying laws Josephine Peterson September 28, 2026 At a shrine where the sick and disabled are prioritized, Pope Leo XIV said human frailty can never diminish a person’s dignity, bringing one of the central messages of his visit to France, where the government recently legalized assisted dying.
USCCB files brief in support of Catholic preschools in clash with Colorado over ‘universal’ program OSV News September 28, 2026 The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops has filed an amicus brief with the U.S. Supreme Court in support of a challenge from Catholic preschools regarding their ability to participate in Colorado’s universal preschool program.
A Visit to the Relics of St. Bernadette Rita Buettner September 27, 2026 Of course, once I was in line, I was all in. I found myself realizing what a blessing it was that the parking lot was packed and that the line was long.
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)
