Pope Leo XIV prays at Vatican’s Lourdes grotto for the sick on World Day of the Sick February 11, 2026By Courtney Mares OSV News Filed Under: Feature, Marian Devotion, News, Vatican, World News Pope Leo XIV prayed with the sick at the Lourdes grotto in the Vatican Gardens on Feb. 11, asking Our Lady of Lourdes to accompany all those who suffer in the world.
Little Sisters of Poor ask for gifts of a little bling to help others February 11, 2026By Katie V. Jones Catholic Review Filed Under: Consecrated Life, Feature, Local News, News This St. Valentine’s Day, the Little Sisters of the Poor at St. Martin’s Home for the Aged in Catonsville are hoping for a ring – but a gem or even a gold or silver necklace would be welcome, too.
Pope accepts resignation of Archbishop Aymond, 76, and confirms coadjutor as successor February 11, 2026By Courtney Mares OSV News Filed Under: Bishops, Feature, News, World News Pope Leo XIV has confirmed Archbishop James F. Checchio as the new leader of the Archdiocese of New Orleans, effective immediately, following the retirement of Archbishop Gregory M. Aymond on Feb. 11.
Vatican aid a sign of Pope Leo’s closeness to suffering Ukrainians, papal almoner says February 10, 2026By Junno Arocho Esteves OSV News Filed Under: Feature, News, Vatican, War in Ukraine, World News As a relentless winter descends upon wartorn Ukraine with temperatures dropping to 5 degrees Fahrenheit, the Holy See has intensified its humanitarian response to the nation’s energy and health crises.
Radio Interview: Sinners and Saints video series February 9, 2026By Catholic Review Staff Catholic Review Filed Under: CR Radio, Feature, Local News, News, Radio Interview, Saints 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.
Archbishop Fulton Sheen’s beatification moves ahead after 6-year pause February 9, 2026By OSV News OSV News Filed Under: Feature, News, Saints, Vatican, World News 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.
In pastoral letter, Archbishop Lori calls for renewed political culture February 9, 2026By Christopher Gunty Catholic Review Filed Under: Archbishop's Ministry, Feature, Local News, News 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”
Vatican confirms pope will not visit U.S. in 2026 February 9, 2026By Junno Arocho Esteves OSV News Filed Under: Feature, News, Vatican, World News The Vatican press office confirmed that Pope Leo XIV has no plans to visit the U.S. this year.
March for Life rally, national shrine, CUA among infection sites for confirmed measles cases in D.C. February 9, 2026By OSV News OSV News Filed Under: Feature, Health Care, News, Respect Life, World News The March for Life rally, the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception and several buildings at The Catholic University of America were among infection sites for confirmed measles cases in the District of Columbia, the capital city’s health department said Feb. 7.
Archdiocese of Baltimore’s Institute for Evangelization marks five years of accompaniment, engagement February 9, 2026By Christopher Gunty Catholic Review Filed Under: Evangelization, Feature, Local News, News 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.
Further drop in U.S. married households spurs call to action for Church leaders February 9, 2026By Kimberly Heatherington OSV News Filed Under: Feature, Marriage & Family Life, News, World News Approaching the twin annual observances of World Marriage Day (Feb. 8) and National Marriage Week (Feb. 7-14), America finds itself at a proverbial sociological crossroads, confronting a disconcerting question about a millennia-old institution: Does marriage matter anymore?
Catholic Charities strengthens Fugett Center offerings with partnerships February 6, 2026By Catholic Review Staff Catholic Review Filed Under: Catholic Charities, Feature, Local News, News, Social Justice 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.
