Why monks outlive other men: Inside a 30-year study of European monasteries
A long-running study of German and Austrian monasteries suggests that much of the gap between how long men and women live comes down to how men live, not to biology. By Bohumil Petrík – 25 July 2026 The lifespan gap between monks and nuns almost disappears inside the cloister, and community life with a rule of […]
6th World Day of Grandparents and Elderly theme for 2026 ‘I will not forget you’
“I will not forget you” (Isaiah 49:15) is the theme chosen by Pope Leo XIV for the sixth World Day of Grandparents and the Elderly, which this year will take place on Sunday, July 26. By Almudena Martínez-Bordiú – 10 February 2026 Theme for 6th World Day of Grandparents and the Elderly Chosen by Pope Leo […]
2 new miracles reported through intercession of St. Charbel in 2026
Two new miracles have been attributed to St. Charbel already in 2026 — one in the United States and one in Lebanon. By Romy Haber – 26 January 2026 Two new miracles attributed to St. Charbel Makhlouf have been reported since the beginning of 2026 — one in the United States and one in Lebanon — each involving […]
St. Mary Magdalene: The 1st witness to the Resurrection
Once known as a sinful woman, Mary Magdalene became the Apostle to the Apostles and the first witness to the Resurrection. By Gretchen Siegel – 22 July 2026 Not much is known about the life of St. Mary Magdalene, whose feast day is celebrated in the Catholic Church on July 22. She first appears in the […]
According to Pope’s Worldwide Prayer Network’s head: How the 12 monthly papal prayer intentions are chosen.
While Pope Leo “has an endless list” of prayer intentions, the Pope’s Worldwide Prayer Network helps him choose 12 to offer each month of the year, according to Father Cristóbal Fones, SJ. By Tessa Gervasini 18 July 2026 More than 22 million Catholics across the globe make up a network dedicated to praying daily for the […]
Christians celebrate 1st Divine Liturgy in central Syrian town since war began
After 14 years of silence, Byzantine hymns in the Syrian central town of Ghassaniyeh bear witness to the return of the liturgical celebration of Divine Liturgy. By Souhail Lawand 16 July 2026 Among the oak, pine, walnut, and olive trees surrounding the village of Ghassaniyeh in Syria’s Idlib countryside, prayers according to the solemn Byzantine rite […]
Why Our Lady of Mount Carmel Gave Us the Brown Scapular
COMMENTARY: This Marian feast day offers important lessons on what it means to follow Jesus Christ. The Brown Scapular is one of many sacramentals in the life of the Church that are meant to help us in the spiritual life. As we celebrate the “scapular feast” of Our Lady of Mount Carmel, we are invited […]
St Bonaventure: When Knowledge Becomes Wisdom
At a time when knowledge is so easily attainable thanks to artificial intelligence, St Bonaventure, a Doctor of the Church, teaches us that wisdom is more valuable than knowldge and that it begins not in the lecture hall but in prayer. By Amy Servais, July 13, 2026 – EWTN Great Britain We live in an […]
Pope Leo XIV to launch exhibit on water at the Vatican Library
The new exhibit reflects a recent focus on promoting contemporary art at the Vatican. By Ishmael Adibuah – 13 July 2026 Pope Leo XIV will launch a contemporary art exhibit focused on water at the Vatican Apostolic Library on Sept. 14. The exhibit “AQVA Catastrophe and Wonder” will include artwork highlighting a “reflection on water as both […]
Society of St. Pius X appeals to Vatican against schism decree
The Society of St. Pius X filed its appeal with the Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith on July 11, arguing that under canon law the move suspends the recent excommunication decree. By Walter Sánchez Silva – 13 July 2026 The Society of St. Pius X (SSPX) has filed an appeal with the Vatican against […]