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Sigrid Undset’s Surprising Epilogue — and Why ‘Her Writing Opens Up the Whole World of Christendom to Modern Readers’
1+ hour, 46+ min ago (1804+ words) A cause for canonization is underway for the author of the Norwegian novel Kristin Lavransdatter, which has become a huge hit with Catholic readers in the U.S. Clocking in at more than 1,100 pages — with a tongue-tripping title to boot — the novel…...
US Seminaries Need to Improve Screening and Support for Priesthood Candidates, Study Finds
5+ hour, 18+ min ago (1084+ words) A new study from the University of Notre Dame calls for better preparation for celibacy, greater use of psychological resources and a focus on vocational quality over quantity. Some candidates for the priesthood need more psychological evaluation and help than…...
Cardinal O’Malley at Catholic-Orthodox Conference: ‘Come Together and Pray for Unity’
23+ hour, 44+ min ago (1202+ words) Cardinal Seán O’Malley discussed ways in which Catholics and Orthodox Christians can build closer bonds. Archbishop Flavio Pace discussed ongoing Vatican efforts to help bring about unity. WASHINGTON — Cardinal Seán Patrick OʼMalley, retired archbishop of Boston, encouraged Catholic and Eastern…...
Vatican Clarifies Pope’s Role ‘as Universal Shepherd’ in Wake of US Ambassador’s Comments
1+ day, 4+ hour ago (566+ words) ‘The pope normally speaks as a head of the Church,’ papal expert Father Roberto Regoli told EWTN News....
Dominican Sister Says Sheen Beatification Is ‘a Gift for the Church’
1+ day, 6+ hour ago (706+ words) The beatification Mass for Archbishop Fulton Sheen is set for 2 p.m. CT on Sept. 24 at The Dome at America’s Center in St. Louis. Tickets cost $15 to $25. Dominican Sister Jude Andrew Link is encouraging Catholics to view the beatification of Venerable Archbishop…...
Coffee & Catholic Culture
1+ day, 20+ hour ago (293+ words) Coffee has long been part of Catholic culture, bringing people together in cafés and parish halls around the world. In this special report, the Register explores coffee’s Catholic connection from its rich history to its place in Catholic life today,…...
Bishop Paprocki: Eucharistic Revival Calls Catholics to Worthy Reception of Communion
2+ day, 6+ min ago (693+ words) Four years after the National Eucharistic Revival began, Bishop Thomas Paprocki says Catholics must unite belief in Christ’s real presence with moral life and worthy Communion. Four years after U.S. bishops launched the National Eucharistic Revival, Bishop Thomas Paprocki of…...
‘Forming Intentional Disciples’: The Book That Changed Catholic Ministry
2+ day, 5+ hour ago (1705+ words) Author and evangelist Sherry Weddell reflects on her years helping Catholics rediscover what it means to be a disciple of Jesus. Before he ascended to heaven, Jesus commanded the apostles to make disciples of all nations. But 2,000 years later, when…...
Filipino Norbertine Priest Elected New Abbot of St. Michael’s Abbey in California
2+ day, 5+ hour ago (540+ words) The thriving monastic community in Southern California has named Father John Caronan as its third abbot....
Pilgrimage to Brazil’s Basilica Shrine of the Divine Eternal Father Draws 4 Million
4+ day, 50+ min ago (277+ words) From June 26 to July 5, the faithful from across the country traveled to the Basilica Shrine of the Divine Eternal Father to give thanks for answered prayers......