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By Justin McLellan
VATICAN CITY — The temptation to cling to the past — to hold on to what was, including something sacred — can keep believers from truly embracing the hope offered by the risen Christ, said the preacher of the papal household.
Pope Francis
By Cindy Wooden
VATICAN CITY — Pope Francis' surprise visit to St. Peter's Basilica to pray and see ongoing restoration work is a clear sign that his condition is improving, the Vatican press office said.
National
By Tyler Arnold
The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops and Catholic Relief Services are urging lawmakers in the House of Representatives to approve tens of billions of dollars in international humanitarian assistance in an upcoming appropriations bill.
National
By Andrea M. Picciotti-Bayer
The infinite value of Christian charity took center stage at the Supreme Court recently as the justices heard oral argument in Catholic Charities Bureau v. Wisconsin Labor and Industry Review Commission.
Pope Francis
By Cindy Wooden
VATICAN CITY — Although they postponed their official state visit to the Vatican because of Pope Francis' health, Britain's King Charles and Queen Camilla met privately with the pope April 9, the Vatican press office said.
Global
By Walter Sánchez Silva
Archbishop Francisco Ozoria Acosta of Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, expressed his profound sorrow and solidarity in response to the tragedy that occurred early in the morning of April 8 at the Jet Set nightclub there. The collapse of the roof left at least 124 dead, according to the latest reports from local authorities.
Global
By Justin McLellan
ASSISI, Italy — For centuries, pilgrims came to Assisi to walk in the footsteps of a saint who preached to birds, embraced poverty and wandered the hills barefoot.
Parishes
St. Leo the Great Church in Fairfax has embraced initiatives from the diocesan strategic plan, updating its pastoral plan to incorporate them, according to Father Juan A. Puigbó, pastor.
Local
Most Reverend Michael F. Burbidge, Bishop of Arlington, has announced the following clergy appointments, effective June 26, 2025:
Columns
By Lucia A. Silecchia
Years ago, I read reports about a study positing that the American news media can be biased toward reporting bad or negative news. What saddened me was the report’s assertion that negative articles are the ones most sought out by the public as reports of bad news garner more clicks and public attention. Could it […]


