Justice Barrett urges Catholic school students to work hard and dream
By Peter Finney Jr. METAIRIE, La. — U.S. Supreme Court Associate Justice Amy Coney Barrett said her Catholic education helped her develop a passion…
Abundant Santo Niño blessings
SAN DIEGO — Around 400 Filipinos joyfully celebrated Santo Niño, or the Christ Child, at St. Michael’s Church in Paradise Hills, one of the largest…
Pope declares St. Irenaeus a doctor of the Church
By Junno Arocho Esteves VATICAN CITY — Pope Francis officially has declared St. Irenaeus of Lyon a doctor of the Church. In a decree…
Parishes, schools responding to virus spike
SAN DIEGO — The recent surge in COVID-19 cases, fueled by the highly infectious Omicron variant, has had a major impact on parishes, schools…
Vatican announces ‘Pilgrims of Hope’ as motto for Holy Year 2025
By Carol Glatz VATICAN CITY — Pope Francis approved “Pilgrims of Hope” as the motto for the Holy Year 2025. The motto aims to…
Pro-life marchers’ energy, enthusiasm is ‘palpable,’ says march official
By Kurt Jensen WASHINGTON (CNS) — One aspect of the annual March for Life that never changes is the loud cheering when the lead…
Pope challenges parents, godparents
VATICAN CITY — Before baptizing 16 babies in the Sistine Chapel, Pope Francis reminded parents and godparents of their responsibility to care for and…
Special Mass to Commemorate Dr. King’s Call to Service
SAN DIEGO — On the third Monday in January, the U.S. observes Martin Luther King Day, the only federal holiday designated as a national day…
Religious persecution is an ‘insane’ act, Pope says
VATICAN CITY — To discriminate against or persecute those who profess their faith is an intolerable act that threatens the fraternal bonds shared by…
Santo Niño to be celebrated at Jan. 15 Mass
SAN DIEGO — A Portuguese explorer, Ferdinand Magellan, introduced the Catholic faith to the Philippines in 1521, when his ship arrived on a southern…
Pivotal moment for San Diego Walk for Life
SAN DIEGO — The 10th annual San Diego Walk for Life couldn’t come at a more critical time for the pro-life movement, as the U.S.…
