The recent discovery of two previously unknown sermons by St. Augustine on the biblical story of the Witch of Endor puts to rest claims by spiritualists that the story proves mediums can summon the dead.
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Annual October Rosary Campaign Seeks Volunteers!
The annual rosary campaign hosted by American Needs Fatima (ANF) is looking to recruit 23,500 volunteers to lead a rosary rally in their community as part of the national Public Square Rosary Crusade that takes place every year in October.
Bishops to Consecrate US to the Sacred Heart of Jesus July 11!
As part of the celebration of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776, the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) will consecrate the country to the Sacred Heart of Jesus on Thursday, June 11.
Pope Leo XIV: First Encyclical Addresses AI
Since the start of his pontificate, Pope Leo XIV has been warning the faithful about the dangers of the unchecked development of artificial intelligence which is why it is no surprise that his first encyclical would be focused on this subject.
Ordination Class of 2026 Includes Men of Unique Backgrounds
This year’s ordination class includes a wide variety of men ranging from a former N.O.N.E., an anti-Catholic, an employee of Walt Disney World, and a student who majored in Islam and molecular biology. But they all have one thing in common – a profound journey that led them to Jesus Christ.
Dominican Sisters Challenge NY Gender Ideology Laws
The Dominican Sisters operating Rosary Hill Home in Hawthorne New York, a home for needy people who are dying of cancer, are suing the state of New York after it demanded that the facility adhere to gender ideology laws that violate Catholic teaching on gender theory.
Urbi et Orbi: Let Us Be Freed from the Dominion of Evil
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Pope Leo XVI’s first Urbi et Orbi was devoted to calling upon the world to embrace the peace of Christ who freed us all from the “dominion of evil,”, not a peace “imposed by force.”
Exorcists Asks Pope for More Trained Exorcists
The continued rise of interest in occult and New Age movements has prompted representatives of the International Association of Exorcists (AIE) to ask Pope Leo XIV to ensure that every Catholic diocese in the world has “one or more” trained exorcists available for afflicted souls.
Pro-Abortion Notre Dame Professor Steps Down
A Notre Dame professor who believes laws against abortion “have their roots in white supremacy and racism” has decided not to accept a position directing an academic institute at the school after serious blowback from students, donors and bishops.
Court Upholds Archdiocese’s Termination of Trans Librarian
A Minnesota Court of Appeals ruling has found that the Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis lawfully dismissed a transgender librarian from a Catholic school, a decision that reaffirms constitutional protections for religious employers.
