Philadelphia archbishop unveils new evangelization plan with 50 ‘missionary hubs’ St. Peter’s Holy Door sees more than half million pilgrims in two weeks New Washington cardinal’s tenure to overlap with second Trump administration Washington’s new archbishop seeks to ‘know and understand this magnificent community of faith’ Former John Carroll student posts disturbing video Local News Teens gather for AI conversation with Archbishop Lori Katie V. Jones July 28, 2026 After talking with Archbishop William E. Lori and 11 other teens about artificial intelligence, technology and faith, Benjamin Virgilio, 17, left even more convinced that while AI can process information and generate answers, it can never replicate what makes people human. Radio Interview: Faith in times of crisis Catholic Review Staff July 27, 2026 In this episode of Catholic Review Radio, Father J. Collin Poston shares his deeply personal journey through severe illness, faith and recovery. 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Teens gather for AI conversation with Archbishop Lori Katie V. Jones July 28, 2026 After talking with Archbishop William E. Lori and 11 other teens about artificial intelligence, technology and faith, Benjamin Virgilio, 17, left even more convinced that while AI can process information and generate answers, it can never replicate what makes people human.
Radio Interview: Faith in times of crisis Catholic Review Staff July 27, 2026 In this episode of Catholic Review Radio, Father J. Collin Poston shares his deeply personal journey through severe illness, faith and recovery. His story highlights how attentiveness, faith, and community support can transform suffering into a source of strength and hope for others.
Ann O’Neill remembered for her faith, devotion to Mother Seton as Archbishop Lori celebrates her funeral Mass Connie Connolly July 27, 2026 Remembering her joyful faith journey and reminding congregants of her miraculous healing through the intercession of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, Archbishop William E. Lori offered the funeral Mass of Ann Theresa O’Neill July 25 in Emmitsburg.
Father Blaine Burkey’s new book aims to get history right Katie V. Jones July 24, 2026 Now 90, the Cumberland native has self-published “The Cumberland Mission,” a 316-page archival study of the Catholic Church’s efforts to minister to Catholics in Western Maryland during the region’s frontier period from 1778 to 1853. Father Burkey said he began writing the book about 20 years ago, drawing on archival research he had accumulated over decades.
Pope prays for victims of deadly wildfires in Spain, France Junno Arocho Esteves July 27, 2026 Pope Leo XIV offered prayers as firefighters continue to battle massive wildfires in Spain and France that have forced hundreds of thousands to evacuate from their homes.
Church, state unite to honor murdered French priest 10 years after terror attack Paulina Guzik July 27, 2026 French top politicians, bishops and family remembered the 85-year-old Father Jacques Hamel 10 years after the priest was murdered by two Islamic terrorists as he was celebrating Mass July 26, 2016, in Saint-Étienne-du-Rouvray, France.
Pope Leo appeals for dialogue, diplomacy, prayers for just peace in Holy Land, Middle East OSV News July 27, 2026 Pope Leo XIV on July 26 renewed his urgent appeals for peace in the Holy Land and across the Middle East during his Angelus address in Castel Gandolfo, expressing deep concern over the escalating violence and calling for an immediate return to dialogue.
Andrea Bocelli to sing for Pope Leo with international children’s choir Courtney Mares July 25, 2026 Renown tenor Andrea Bocelli will sing for Pope Leo XIV July 29 alongside a children’s choir of more than 160 members from the Holy Land, Uganda and Italy. The performance was organized by Bocelli’s charitable foundation to take place at the Vatican’s Borgo Laudato Si’ gardens in Castel Gandolfo.
Would it be wrong for a Catholic to attend a nondenominational praise and worship night? Jenna Marie Cooper July 28, 2026 Q: The nondenominational church near my house offers praise and worship nights with music. I’ve been interested in attending, not because I want to convert, but because I like that style of music and any opportunity to join in prayer with others. Would it be wrong for a Catholic to attend this event? Am I putting my soul at risk or opening the door to the devil? (Tacoma, Washington) A:…
Ukraine and the limits of dialogue George Weigel July 22, 2026 Russian strikes are deliberately aimed at civilian sites, and while Ukrainian air defenses shoot down some of the missiles and drones, others get through. Innocents are killed and families lose their homes because of this campaign to intentionally inflict civilian casualties.
The Joy of a Train Ride Rita Buettner July 21, 2026 Trains are magical, and steam locomotives are full of history. And a train ride is exhilarating.
The growing weaponization of the abortion pill Katie Yoder July 21, 2026 Rosalie Markezich smiled when she realized she was pregnant in 2023. The young woman from Louisiana waited a week before telling her then-boyfriend, who was initially supportive. Then, she says, he changed his mind.
Question Corner: Are weddings at SSPX chapels valid? Jenna Marie Cooper July 21, 2026 What is the current situation with marriages and the SSPX? I have heard different things about whether or not weddings at SSPX chapels are valid.
