Israel Sparks New Online Conflict by Preventing Catholic Cardinal Access to Holy Site
Israeli police stirred controversy on Sunday by blocking Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa, the top Catholic official in Jerusalem, from conducting a small Palm Sunday Mass at the Church of the Holy Sepulcher. This church holds significant importance, being believed to be built on the site of Jesus’ crucifixion and burial, marking it as one of Christianity’s […]
Israeli Police Hold Meeting with Key Catholic Leader in the Holy Land, Permit Holy Week Celebrations
Agreement Reached for Holy Week Services at Church of the Holy Sepulcher Israeli police and Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa, the highest-ranking Catholic in the Holy Land, announced on Monday that they have come to an agreement allowing Catholic services to proceed at the Church of the Holy Sepulcher during Holy Week. Earlier, Israeli authorities had prohibited […]
Catholic Cardinal Prohibited by Israeli Police from Holding Sunday Mass at Christ’s Tomb
Israeli police blocked a Catholic cardinal from holding Palm Sunday Mass in a church believed to be built over the burial site of Jesus, intensifying ongoing tensions in the region. Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa, the Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem, was accompanied by Father Francesco Ierpo, the official guardian of the Church of the Holy Sepulcher. They […]
Catholic dioceses in the US note increases in adult conversions.
Increase in Adult Converts to Catholicism Observed Catholic leaders throughout the U.S. are noting a significant rise in the number of adult converts, a trend largely attributed to younger individuals seeking spiritual fulfillment. The Archdiocese of Newark, New Jersey, is currently preparing 1,701 people for church membership, marking a 30% increase since 2025. Other archdioceses, […]
“Need to locate a 5th or 6th grader”: Child of Catholic school teacher taken into custody for suspected child pornography possessed images of students
Arrest of Teacher’s Son in Child Pornography Case The son of a teacher at a Catholic elementary school in Ohio has been arrested on allegations of possessing a significant quantity of child sexual abuse material. Concerns among parents at St. Susannah Parish School in Mason began after they were informed in February that a teacher […]
Catholic church experiences significant increase in attendance — linked to inclusivity?
Rise in Catholic Church Attendance Across the U.S. Attendance at Catholic churches in the United States has been on the rise, particularly during Easter season. This upswing comes on the heels of Pope Leo XIV’s comments, which many interpreted as an encouragement for greater inclusivity within the Church. Earlier this year, an Italian scholar specializing […]
Massachusetts remains steadfast in rejecting foster parent license for Catholic couple despite the state eliminating its progressive policy
Massachusetts Upholds Foster Care Policy Affecting Religious Couples The state of Massachusetts continues to enforce its decision preventing Catholic couples who hold traditional views on marriage and sexuality from fostering children. This stance remains despite a policy change in December that eliminated a controversial gender ideology requirement for caregivers. Mike and Kitty Burke have long […]
Person Taken into Custody for Vandalizing Historic Catholic Church in Milwaukee
Suspect Arrested for Vandalism at Marquette University’s Historic Church Authorities have detained a suspect linked to the vandalism at the Church of the Gesu, located on the Marquette University campus in downtown Milwaukee, Wisconsin. This incident occurred just nine months after the church had undergone a $10 million renovation. The individual, a 29-year-old man, was […]
Manhattan students feeling heartbroken over the shutdown of Catholic schools
Students at a Catholic elementary school in Manhattan were left feeling “devastated” upon learning their institution was one of three slated for closure in June. Families are now facing limited options for other religious education. Incarnation School in Washington Heights shared the announcement with its community on Monday, amid ongoing challenges like declining enrollment and […]
A Catholic exorcist shares insights: Fr. Chad Ripperger discusses his work with Shawn Ryan
Podcast Features Exorcist Insights on Demonic Influence On his podcast, former US Navy SEAL Sean Ryan welcomed guests who shared their unique experiences in battling evil. Recently, he engaged in deep conversation about the significance of Christ’s name, the power of prayer, and a personal calling with Father Chad Ripperger, a Catholic exorcist and philosopher. […]