For the world’s 1.4 billion Catholics and for millions of other people as well, the Catholic Church’s 2025 was primarily about the death of Pope Francis and the election of Pope Leo XIV.
Author: Christine
Michael Bublé: Meeting Pope Leo XIV ‘Is Something I Will Carry With Me Forever’
Canadian crooner Michael Bublé took to Instagram Dec. 10 to reflect on his time there, which included a meeting with Pope Leo XIV.
Jerusalem Patriarch: Holy Land Needs World’s Prayers, Support Amid ‘Disaster’
Since the October ceasefire in the Israel-Gaza war, people in Palestine are living in abject ruin, Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa said at a news conference in Plymouth, a western suburb of Detroit.
Letters to the Editor, Week of December 13, 2025
This is Love!; Excellence in Catholic Storytelling; Catholic Students in Diocese Shine; Thank You, George Weigel
Obituaries, Week of December 13, 2025
Brother John Lawrence, OSF
Gov. Hochul: Veto Assisted Suicide Bill
Join us, Governor, in protecting the sanctity of life. Veto the Medical Aid in Dying Act, and let New York be a beacon of hope, not despair.
Pope Leo XIV: US-European Alliance Needs To Be Strong
The evening before meeting a group of conservative European politicians, Pope Leo XIV expressed disappointment at what appears to be a weakening alliance between the United States and Europe.
A Beacon of Strength And Consistency
The Blessed Mother is a beacon of constancy and strength, the vessel through which our Redemption enters the world.
John the Baptist: The Messenger and His Mission
If the Mightier One speaks this highly of John the Baptist we need to hear him.
Bethlehem Celebrates First Christmas Tree Lighting Since War as Pilgrims Slowly Return
Bethlehem rejoiced with the festive celebration of lighting of a 65-feet Christmas tree at the edge of Manger Square Dec. 6 – for the first time since December 2022 and the start of Israel-Hamas war 10 months later.