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February 21, 2024

Woman goes public with claims of sexual and spiritual abuse by famous Jesuit

Gloria Branciani, one of the first of about 20 women to claim that once-exalted Jesuit Rev. Marko Rupnik sexually and spiritually abused her, has gone public at a news conference.

February 21, 2024

Pope Francis pushed for formal investigation after former nuns claim they were sexually, spiritually abused

A group of individuals, mostly former nuns, are accusing a famous priest of abuse, asking Pope Francis for a formal investigation. Father Marko Ivan Rupnik was expelled last year.

February 21, 2024

During Lent, the Litany of Humility helps Christians recognize how they can be more like Jesus

The Litany of Humility is a popular prayer during Lent. Here's why, and here's why people pray a series of petitions against the sin of pride during this season.

February 21, 2024

America's most beautiful churches from St. Patrick's Cathedral in NYC to Thorncrown Chapel in Arkansas

Discover America's stunning churches, from St. Patrick's Cathedral to the Wayfarers Chapel in California. Each embodies spiritual and architectural heritage.

February 20, 2024

Why some say the Vatican's process for dealing with sex abuse does further harm

Despite attempts by the Catholic Church to address the problem of sex abuse by clergy members, some victims today say the church's process for dealing with claims only does more harm.

February 20, 2024

The surprising Lenten history of the pretzel — and its meaning for the season

Soft pretzels are a popular food around the world year-round — but did you know that many of their origin stories trace back to the observance of Lent? Here are details.

February 19, 2024

A trans activist's funeral at St. Patrick's created lots of controversy but one thing got missed

Reaction to the controversy over a trans activist's funeral at the most famous Catholic cathedral in the US has been loud and abundant. It has also been very superficial.

February 18, 2024

How St Patrick’s says it was tricked into hosting trans activist funeral, why it held Mass of Reparation

St. Patrick’s Cathedral said it was tricked in hosting Thursday's funeral for a transgender activist, which prompted a rare Mass of Reparations.

February 18, 2024

Most popular priest on social media reacts to viral TikToks about God, interpretations of the Bible

Duluth's director of youth adult ministries and social media sensation, Father Mike Schmitz, spoke to Ó£ÌÒÊÓƵ Digital about the power of social media as Lent kicks off.

February 17, 2024

Archdiocese of New York condemns 'scandalous,' 'sacrilegious' behavior following trans activist funeral

The Archdiocese of New York has denounced the “scandalous" funeral of trans activist Cecilia Gentili after the Catholic community called it "sick."