CNA—Several U.S. Supreme Court justices across ideological lines during oral arguments Monday morning expressed concerns about a Wisconsin agency’s refusal to legally recognize a Catholic charity — run by the Diocese of Superior — as a religious organization. The dispute between Catholic Charities Bureau (CCB) and the Wisconsin Labor and Industry Review Commission (LIRC) will…
CNA—Following the March 28 earthquake that struck Myanmar, Thailand, Vietnam and China, Cardinal Charles Bo, president of the Myanmar Bishops’ Conference, said the people of the Asian country now “need everything,” including peace to end the civil war. Vivid description of dire situation after earthquake “The people need food, shelter, medicine and all lifesaving materials,”…
CNA—Mel Gibson’s sequel to “The Passion of the Christ” — “The Resurrection of the Christ” — is set to begin production in Italy this August, according to Manuela Cacciamani, CEO of Rome’s Cinecittà Studios. “I can confirm that the next film directed by Mel Gibson, produced by Icon Productions, ‘The Resurrection of Christ,’ will be…
A Review of “The Trouble with You Is the Trouble with Me, by Rev. Paul C. White The Catholic Church has long been a place of healing and redemption, yet in recent decades, it has also suffered great wounds—some inflicted by its own clergy. While the grievous actions of a small number of priests have…
Harvard astrophysicist Dr. Willie Soon marvels at evidence that mathematics itself proves God’s existence, citing the work of physicist Paul Dirac, Dr. Soon explains how the universe operates on precise mathematical laws that are too perfect to be random. “The deeper we go into physics and math, the more it proves this world was designed,”…
Tom Perkins, the co-founder of the legendary venture capital firm Kleiner Perkins, was a towering figure in the world of venture capital and entrepreneurship. I had the distinct privilege of learning directly from him. Perkins’ influence on my journey Tom’s influence on my professional journey is profound and enduring. The lessons I gleaned from our…
As my wife Pat and I reflect on the 15 years the St. John Paul II Life Center and Vitae Clinic which we co-founded in 2010 with Chris and Sheri Danze, we think about our goal to help women who have given birth to a beautiful girl or boy each being made in the image…
CNA—Speakers and attendees at the 2025 National Catholic Prayer Breakfast on Friday prayed for Pope Francis amid his ongoing ailments, emphasized a message of hope, and called attention to ongoing pro-life policy efforts. “The Holy Father is still in precarious circumstances, but thanks be to God [and] thanks be to the prayers of Catholics throughout…
Prior to his health crisis, news sources report that Pope Francis clashed with cardinals regarding how best to address a growing deficit in Vatican finances. “Three days before hospitalization,” reports Reuters and other sources, “Francis ordered the creation of a new high-level commission to encourage donations to the headquarters of the 1.4-billion-member Catholic Church.” Yesterday…
Vatican News (VN)—“Based on the facts that emerged during the trial, the applicants did not meet the standards of communication with the State (Secretariat of State, ed.) that could be qualified as conduct in good faith.” These were the words used by Judge Robin Knowles, on behalf of the High Court of England and Wales,…
VaticanNews—02/22/25—The Holy See Press Office issued the following medical update on Pope Francis on Saturday evening: The condition of the Holy Father continues to be critical. Therefore, as explained yesterday, the Pope is not out of danger. This morning, Pope Francis experienced an asthma-like respiratory crisis of prolonged intensity, which required the administration of high-flow…
CNA—The theme of the 2025 Jubilee Year is “Pilgrims of Hope.” For those who wish to embark on a spiritual pilgrimage through reading and prayer during the Lenten season — or anytime during this sacred year — here is a list of recommended books, essays, and encyclicals that explore the theme of Christian hope. Spes…
CNA—Pope Francis appointed Father Gregg Caggianelli, an Air Force veteran and Florida priest, as auxiliary bishop of the Archdiocese for the Military Services, USA, on Friday. USAF for more than 30 years Caggianelli, 56, has served on active duty and in the reserves for more than 30 years. He currently works at the U.S. Air…
“The erosion of Christian communities would be a tragic loss not only for Syria but also for the stability of the region and the world.” This President of the Commission of the Bishops’ Conferences of the European Union (COMECE), Bishop Mariano Crociata, expressed this in a statement on the situation in Syria. Bishop Crociata’s declaration…
VaticanNews— Pope Francis has called on decision-makers to ensure human beings maintain adequate control of AI’s decision-making capabilities and to examine AI’s effects on human relationships, information, and education over time. The Holy Father made these remarks in the message he sent to French President Emmanuel Macron on Tuesday on the occasion of the Artificial Intelligence…
An interesting read, certainly relevant… What do YOU think? Here’s the story: VaticanNews—Alongside Pope Francis’ already substantial teaching on Artificial Intelligence, the Pontifical Academy for Life, the Vatican body which focuses on issues related to bioethics has also been reflecting on this technological revolution for several years, prompted by those most directly concerned. This is…
Have you ever walked away from a conversation feeling like you misfired – like you just didn’t quite connect? Or maybe you’re someone who looks around at others effortlessly forming deep relationships while you feel stuck on the outside? If so, you’re not alone. According to research, 50 to 60% of Americans feel socially disconnected…
February 8, 2025 Catholic business leader and Catholic Business Journal mainstay Ric Brutocao (pictured left) has worn many hats in his many-storied career. But whether he’s heading up a major appliance manufacturer or leading a company of military engineers and support staff to defend communication stations in southern Vietnam, Brutocao has discovered along the way that
CNA—Brother Guy Consolmagno, SJ, has spent the last 30 years staring at the sky. As the director of the Vatican Observatory, known informally as “the pope’s astronomer,” he has just published his 13th book — “A Jesuit’s Guide to the Stars: Exploring Wonder, Beauty, and Science,” which he said he wrote at the suggestion of…
CNA—Archbishop Joseph F. Naumann of Kansas City, Kansas, is the latest among prelates throughout the country who are weighing in with Catholic perspectives on setting aright the country’s dysfunctional immigration system. In a Feb. 7 op-ed published in his archdiocesan newspaper, Naumann began by echoing the commitment he and his fellow bishops in Kansas made…
