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Pope: Social security systems must foster economic justice and right to work

3+ day, 18+ hour ago  (571+ words) Vatican, April 11, 2026: Pope Leo XIV met with a delegation from the Italian National Institute for Social Security, encouraging national welfare systems to advance social responsibility and economic growth. On Friday, Pope Leo XIV held an audience with executives and staff…...

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Youth-Led "Altar Guard" Initiative Invites Global Church to Pray for Priests

4+ day, 15+ hour ago  (218+ words) Raipur, April 10, 2026: At a time when the Church continues to navigate pastoral and spiritual challenges, a youth-led initiative from Raipur is drawing attention to a simple yet profound expression of faith'prayer for priests. Rooted in the prayer intentions of Pope…...

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A Mission Rooted in Faith, Carried Through Centuries" " The Catholic Church's 2, 000-Year Journey as a Global Voice for Peace

5+ day, 8+ hour ago  (640+ words) Vatican City, April 9, 2026: In a world often marked by conflict and division, the Catholic Church continues to stand as one of the most enduring voices for peace'drawing from over two millennia of spiritual teaching, moral leadership, and diplomatic engagement. From…...

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She Had Wealth, Power, and a Noble Life'Why Saint Waltrude Walked Away from It All

5+ day, 17+ hour ago  (369+ words) Belgium, April 9, 2026: Discover Saint Waltrude, the noblewoman who chose holiness over wealth and founded a spiritual legacy. Learn about her feast day, life, and powerful lessons for Catholic living. What would make someone walk away from a life others dream…...

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Pope at Audience: 'Holiness is not a privilege for the few"

6+ day, 15+ hour ago  (842+ words) Vatican, April 8, 2026: Pope Leo XIV continued his catechesis series on the Dogmatic Constitution Lumen gentium, reminding the faithful that holiness "is not a privilege for the few," but is meant for all the baptised, and "is manifested in our daily…...

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Faith Beyond Barriers: Visually Impaired Woman Proclaims Scripture at Easter Vigil

6+ day, 20+ hour ago  (323+ words) Ramanathapuram, April 8, 2026: In a poignant expression of faith and perseverance, a visually impaired woman moved the faithful during the Easter Vigil liturgy in the Diocese of Sivagangai, transforming a routine scripture reading into a powerful witness of hope. Christy Rani,…...

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KOINONIA 2026 Forms Young Catholic Leaders in Faith and Fellowship

1+ week, 14+ hour ago  (358+ words) Bengaluru, April 7, 2026: In a concerted effort to nurture faith-driven leadership among youth, a two-day residential programme titled "KOINONIA 2026: Building Fellowship, Leadership and Faith in Christ" brought together newly elected Regional YCS/YSM Executive Committee members for formation and reflection in…...

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Are You Praying for Your Priests? Join Us in Prayer for Their Spiritual Strength

1+ week, 15+ hour ago  (178+ words) April 7, 2026: Priests walk with us through some of the most important encounters of our lives. They strengthen us in moments of doubt, guide us in faith, and stand beside us in both joy and suffering. But this April, the Church…...

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Roman Catholic Churches Witness Rise in New Converts in the United States

1+ week, 15+ hour ago  (1206+ words) April 7, 2026: Bishops are attempting to make sense of the increase, while those entering the Church describe their motivations as deeply personal. An unexpected rise in the number of people joining the Roman Catholic Church has been observed. This Easter, the…...

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Patna Archdiocese Forms Young Catholics for Sacrament of Marriage

1+ week, 4+ day ago  (374+ words) Patna, April 3, 2026 " In a concerted effort to strengthen Christian family life, the Archdiocese of Patna conducted a four-day Pre-Marriage Preparation Course at Navjyoti Niketan (NJN) from March 25 to 28, offering holistic formation to young people preparing for the Sacrament of Matrimony....