Catholic News Digest – April 28, 2026
Today's Catholic Highlights: Archbishop Fulton Sheen, a renowned American bishop known for his preaching and especially his work on television and radio, is set to be beatified in St. Louis on September 24. The beatification ceremony, a significant step towards canonization, recognizes Sheen's life of exceptional virtue and his dedication…
Catholic News Digest – April 27, 2026
Spiritual Insights for Today: In response to a recent shooting at a White House press dinner, Archbishop Paul Coakley, president of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops, and Bishop David Bonnar of Youngstown, Ohio, have issued statements condemning violence. They stressed that the issue of gun violence needs to be…
Catholic News Digest – April 26, 2026
Today's Catholic Highlights: A Melkite priest in southern Lebanon discovered a consecrated host intact after 47 days in his damaged church. The priest returned to the town of Tbenine following the ceasefire on April 17 and found the host, stating that "Jesus was waiting for us." This event has brought…
Catholic News Digest – April 25, 2026
Spiritual Insights for Today: Catholic Relief Services (CRS) is urging lawmakers to prioritize global hunger in the upcoming farm bill vote. The humanitarian agency is emphasizing the necessity of international food assistance in the face of increasing global hunger and ongoing domestic policy debates. CRS is advocating for the protection…
Catholic News Digest – April 24, 2026
Spiritual Insights for Today: HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has expressed strong opposition to assisted suicide laws, describing them as 'abhorrent'. He has pledged to work towards strengthening laws that protect people with disabilities from assisted suicide. Kennedy stated that such laws are incompatible with a moral society. A…
Catholic News Digest – April 23, 2026
In Catholic News Today: The Catholic bishops of New York have issued a guidebook to help the faithful navigate end-of-life decisions. This comes in response to the recent legalization of euthanasia in the state. The guidebook offers insights into the Church's teachings on assisted suicide and end-of-life decisions, providing much-needed…
Catholic News Digest – April 22, 2026
In Catholic News Today: In observance of Child Abuse Prevention Month, U.S. dioceses are taking action to promote child protection. Bishop Barry Knestout of Richmond, Virginia, has called for continued vigilance in child protection. Additionally, Cardinal Blase Cupich of Chicago has shared a video message about the month's observance on…
Catholic News Digest – April 21, 2026
Today's Catholic Highlights: The Diocese of Charlotte has concluded an investigation into allegations of inappropriate conduct by a priest during confession with teenage girls at Charlotte Catholic High School. Several families had raised concerns about the nature of questions asked during the sacrament in December. However, the diocese found no…
Catholic News Digest – April 20, 2026
Today's Catholic Highlights: Pope Leo XIV continues his apostolic visit to Africa, marking his seventh day in Angola with a celebration of Mass and leading the rosary. The Pope's visit to Angola is marked by his engagement with the local community, particularly the youth. He has been actively encouraging the…
Catholic News Digest – April 19, 2026
Spiritual Insights for Today: Pope Leo XIV recently concluded his visit to Cameroon and is now on his journey to Angola. The Holy Father's trip will continue for several days in Angola before he concludes his African tour in Equatorial Guinea. This visit is part of the Pope's ongoing pastoral…