Catholic News Digest – March 8, 2026
Faith in Focus: The Diocese of El Paso has declared bankruptcy due to a significant number of abuse lawsuits and limited financial resources. Bishop Mark Seitz stated that nearly 20 lawsuits against the diocese led him to file for Chapter 11 reorganization. This move is seen as a response to…
Catholic News Digest – March 7, 2026
Daily Reflection: Sister Mary Agnes Donavan, from the Sisters of Life, recently shared insights into her path to vocation. She emphasized the importance of recognizing one's God-given gifts, noting that often others will identify these gifts before the individual does. Sister Mary Agnes' mission with the Sisters of Life focuses…
Catholic News Digest – March 6, 2026
Today's Catholic Highlights: The Southern Arabia Vicariate recently commemorated the 10th anniversary of the martyrdom of Yemen Missionaries of Charity. A Mass was held in Abu Dhabi on March 4, where Bishop Paolo Martinelli spoke about the martyrs, describing them as a "source of hope" in the face of current…
Catholic News Digest – March 5, 2026
Today's Catholic Highlights: Legendary Notre Dame football coach and outspoken Catholic, Lou Holtz, has passed away at the age of 89. The retired coach and sports analyst, known for his strong Catholic faith, had entered hospice care shortly before his death. Holtz's contributions to sports and his public expression of…
Catholic News Digest – March 4, 2026
Faith in Focus: Archbishop Bashar Matti Warda of Erbil, Iraq, recently expressed his concerns about the escalating Iranian conflict and its impact on the Iraqi Christian community in an interview with "EWTN News Nightly". He also mentioned the communication barrier with the archbishop of Tehran, which adds to the challenges…
Catholic News Digest – March 3, 2026
Faith in Focus: The Supreme Court has ruled that California cannot keep student transgender identities hidden from parents. The high court stated that keeping such "transitions" secret likely infringes upon the First Amendment rights of parents. This decision has significant implications for the rights of parents in relation to their…
Catholic News Digest – March 2, 2026
Faith in Focus: The Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines is encouraging the faithful to start a 'digital media fasting'. The bishops believe that by reducing digital consumption, individuals can regain a sense of inner peace, deepen their personal relationships, and experience God's presence in their everyday lives more profoundly.…
Catholic News Digest – March 1, 2026
Faith in Focus: The Catholic Bishops' Conference of the Philippines has encouraged the faithful to consider a 'digital media fasting'. The bishops believe that by reducing the use of digital media, individuals can regain inner peace, enhance personal relationships, and experience God's presence in their everyday lives. Cardinal Pietro Parolin,…
Catholic News Digest – February 28, 2026
In Catholic News Today: In a recent statement, the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines has encouraged the faithful to practice 'digital media fasting'. The bishops believe that by reducing digital consumption, individuals can reclaim a sense of inner peace, enhance their personal relationships, and become more aware of God's…
Catholic News Digest – February 27, 2026
In Catholic News Today: The Catholic Bishops' Conference of the Philippines is encouraging the faithful to begin a 'digital media fasting'. This initiative is aimed at reducing the overuse of digital media to reclaim inner silence, deepen personal relationships, and rediscover the presence of God in everyday life. The bishops…