Why Chiclayo, Peru, Will Host World Day of the Sick
The solemn celebration will take place in the northern Peruvian city Feb. 9–11. Cardinal Michael Czerny explained the reasons for choosing the Shrine of Our Lady of Peace in Chiclayo, Peru, as the international site for the solemn celebration of the 34th World Day of the Sick, which will take place there Feb. 9–11. “The […]
Pope Leo XIV Meets FSSP Leaders Amid Vatican Visitation
The FSSP leaders called the meeting “an opportunity to present to the Holy Father in greater detail the foundation and history of the fraternity.” Pope Leo XIV and leaders of the Priestly Fraternity of St. Peter (FSSP), a community dedicated to the traditional Roman rite, held a “cordial half-hour meeting” on Monday, Jan. 19, at […]
Pope Leo XIV Praises Neocatechumenal Way’s Mission
Pope Leo recognized how members of the Neocatechumenal Way have “rekindled the fire of the Gospel” and accompany many people in “rediscovering the beauty of knowing Jesus.” Pope Leo XIV received the leaders of the Neocatechumenal Way — including Kiko Argüello, who along with the late Carmen Hernández founded the apostolate — and members of […]
Pope Leo to Restore Holy Thursday Mass at St. John Lateran
The pope’s move restores a long-standing Roman tradition that his predecessor set aside. Pope Leo XIV will celebrate the Holy Thursday Mass of the Lord’s Supper at the Basilica of St. John Lateran on April 2, restoring a long-standing Roman tradition that Pope Francis set aside throughout his 12-year pontificate. The announcement appeared last week […]
Vatican Tried to Mediate With Maduro to Avoid Military Action
The pope’s “prime minister” says the Holy See tried to negotiate with the Venezuelan leader before his capture. Vatican Secretary of State Cardinal Pietro Parolin confirmed Saturday that the Holy See attempted to mediate to avert U.S. military intervention in Venezuela, which culminated Jan. 3 with the capture of Nicolás Maduro. “We had tried precisely […]
Vaticano Updates: A Franciscan Jubilee and a Call for Peace
The latest news from Rome and the Vatican: A Franciscan Jubilee and a Call for Peace Pope Leo XIV has inaugurated a special Franciscan Year, marking the 800th anniversary of the death of St. Francis of Assisi. The jubilee will run until January 2027 and offers the faithful the possibility of receiving a plenary indulgence […]
The EWTN Travel Jubilee App
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David Henries Seeking Beauty”: Now streaming on EWTN+
“Seeking Beauty” premieres on January 19, 2026, on EWTN+, EWTN’s free streaming platform. Produced with EWTN Studios, the new travel and culture series takes viewers through the heart of Italy, exploring architecture, cuisine, music, and sacred art—revealing how beauty itself can become a path to the divine. “Seeking Beauty” The series follows actor David Henrie […]
Week of Prayer for Christian Unity 2026
From January 18 to 25, Christians across the globe observe the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity, an annual invitation to pray together, encounter one another, and renew hope for the full communion of all who believe in Christ. One Body, One Spirit: Praying for Christian Unity This year’s theme is drawn from Saint Paul’s […]
Saint Nicholas of Bari: A Bridge Between East and West
The Basilica of Saint Nicholas in Bari stands as one of the most significant places in Christianity, uniquely uniting Catholic and Orthodox pilgrims. Basilica of St. Nicholas of Bari Since the relics of Saint Nicholas were brought from Myra in 1087, Bari has become a destination known throughout Europe and beyond. Even today, pilgrims from […]