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🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

Former priest on the 'full of lies and manipulation' letter from bishops. 'Liars', 'scoundrels'

A former priest criticizes a letter from Polish bishops commemorating the 40th anniversary of John Paul II's visit to the Great Synagogue in Rome, labeling it as deceitful and manipulative.

Mar 23 • 07:57 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The significant role played by the Church in the events leading up to the last military coup

The article examines the crucial yet discreet role of the Catholic Church in Argentina during the events that culminated in the last military dictatorship, as revealed by newly declassified documents.

Mar 22 • 20:52 UTC
🇸🇰 Postoj
National & Local

New Archbishop of Prague Stanislav Přibyl / We do not divide into the Lord's clergy and others. We aim for a more family-oriented model of Christian communities

The new Archbishop of Prague, Stanislav Přibyl, emphasizes the need for structural changes within the Litoměřice diocese while preparing to lead the Prague archdiocese amidst ongoing challenges with church and state relations.

Mar 22 • 18:12 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Excommunicated Catholic deacon still waiting on overdue appeal outcome after his son was molested by priest

A Louisiana man is awaiting a response from the Vatican regarding his appeal against his excommunication after a priest molested his son.

Mar 22 • 10:30 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

The Priest Explains: Some Sins Cannot Be Forgiven!

A Catholic priest discusses specific circumstances in which certain sins cannot be forgiven within the Roman Catholic Church.

Mar 22 • 10:10 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

Catholic bishop wants to bypass celibacy. Will the Vatican turn a blind eye?

A Belgian bishop plans to ordain married men to address the shortage of priests, despite facing potential excommunication due to church regulations.

Mar 21 • 22:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

City Council of Oriximiná grants title of Honorary Citizen to Bishop Dom Bernardo Johannes

The city council of Oriximiná awarded Bishop Dom Bernardo Johannes the title of Honorary Citizen for his significant contributions to the local community.

Mar 21 • 14:58 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Revealing a military dictatorship strategy to prevent Church claims regarding the disappeared

Investigators reveal how Argentina's military government strategically managed the Catholic Church to mitigate criticisms about its human rights violations during the dictatorship.

Mar 20 • 21:25 UTC
🇸🇰 Postoj
National & Local

Vatican Seven / Priests in the Field, Laity at the Bishop's Office. The Situation in Western Bohemia Shows What to Prepare For

The article discusses the challenges facing the Catholic Church in the Litoměřice diocese due to a shortage of priests and the significant decline in church attendance among the population.

Mar 20 • 16:50 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
Crime & Justice

Wojtyła kept criminal priests in a state of 'captivity'. Another example

The article discusses allegations that Pope John Paul II maintained a system that allowed criminal priests to continue their activities without accountability.

Mar 20 • 10:00 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Panic as lorry crashes into Anambra church, catches fire

A lorry crashed into St. Matthias Catholic Church in Anambra State, Nigeria, causing a fire and panic, but fortunately no injuries were reported.

Mar 20 • 05:59 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Truck crashes into church, catches fire in Anambra

A truck crashed into St. Matthias Catholic Church in Anambra, Nigeria, causing a fire but fortunately resulting in no casualties.

Mar 19 • 20:17 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

More exorcists in dioceses due to the increase in cases, recent request to Leo XIV

Pope Leo XIV was petitioned to increase the number of trained exorcists in light of growing incidents related to occult practices.

Mar 19 • 16:00 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Why is March 19th St. Joseph's Day?

March 19th is celebrated as St. Joseph's Day in honor of Joseph of Nazareth, recognized for his divine obedience and humility.

Mar 19 • 15:18 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Harsh criticism from the Church towards the president: 'It becomes dangerous to emphasize the blame on others to proclaim one's own innocence and justify an indeterminate aggression'

The Catholic Church issues a stern warning against rising authoritarianism and calls for dialogue amidst increasing political polarization in Argentina.

Mar 19 • 12:43 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Election Appeal in Sunday Mass: Nine Votes and One Soul

In Bavaria, religious voters have their choices in local church governance, amid notable declines in church membership.

Mar 19 • 12:31 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The Church takes a step back and postpones the signing of the protocol to compensate victims of pedophilia

The Spanish Catholic Church has delayed signing an indemnification protocol for victims of pedophilia amid disagreements about compensation details.

Mar 19 • 11:50 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Archdiocese of Belém celebrates Saint Joseph's Day with masses, novenas, and festivities in parishes

The Archdiocese of Belém is celebrating Saint Joseph's Day with various religious activities across local parishes.

Mar 19 • 11:02 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Saint Joseph's Day: check the times of religious celebrations in Aracaju

On March 19, Saint Joseph's Day is celebrated in Aracaju with various masses and a procession at the São José Archdiocesan Sanctuary.

Mar 19 • 10:50 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

Easter Masses. When to go to church during the holidays?

Easter in 2026 will fall on Sunday, April 5, and Catholic canon law requires attendance at Mass on this day as well as other designated holidays.

Mar 19 • 10:29 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Saint Joseph's Day: see the mass schedule at Catholic churches in Fortaleza and the Metropolitan Region

Fortaleza's Archdiocese has a special schedule of masses and processions to celebrate Saint Joseph's Day, a significant cultural and religious event in Ceará.

Mar 19 • 09:46 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Why is March 19th Saint Joseph's Day?

March 19th is celebrated as Saint Joseph's Day by the Catholic Church to honor Saint Joseph, the earthly father of Jesus.

Mar 19 • 08:17 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

The priest suspected of living a secret life with a woman and children received a warning from the bishop but has an excuse

A priest from Lithuania has been questioned regarding his secretive cohabitation with a woman and two children, leading to scrutiny from the bishop.

Mar 19 • 07:11 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

The antichrist at the Vatican: AI billionaire's lecture in Rome causes discomfort in the Church

Peter Thiel's recent lectures in Rome about the 'Biblical Antichrist' have sparked controversy within the Catholic Church due to their provocative nature and proximity to the Vatican.

Mar 19 • 06:01 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Crime & Justice

Light Against Pedophilia

The article discusses the lack of comprehensive justice for victims of sexual abuse within the Catholic Church until the Vatican engages in transparency.

Mar 19 • 04:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Crime & Justice

This is how the history of the Vatican archive on cases of paedophilia in the Catholic Church was reconstructed

An international investigation involving EL PAÍS uncovers failures and opacity within the Vatican regarding cases of paedophilia, challenging Pope Leo XIV to embrace transparency.

Mar 19 • 04:15 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Saint Joseph's Day: see the times of the celebrations in Divinópolis and Itaúna

Saint Joseph's Day is celebrated annually on March 19, with various masses and processions planned in Divinópolis and Itaúna.

Mar 18 • 21:24 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The 'process of the century' returns to square one: the Vatican court annulled the conviction of Cardinal Becciu and there will be another trial

The Vatican court has annulled the conviction of Cardinal Becciu, prompting a retrial of the case that has been termed the 'process of the century.'

Mar 18 • 18:01 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

Did John Paul II Cover Up Pedophilia in the Church? KRRiT Chief: TVN Was Rightly Punished

A recent investigation has reignited discussions about the alleged role of Pope John Paul II in covering up sexual abuse within the Catholic Church in Poland.

Mar 18 • 16:32 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Forgotten Melanie Klein

The article discusses the influence of historical figures like Andrej Hlinka on Slovakia's cultural memory, particularly within the context of a local festival.

Mar 18 • 14:51 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Opus Dei removes a teacher in Madrid for sexual abuse of three minors

Opus Dei has temporarily suspended a teacher at a Madrid school following allegations of sexual abuse involving three minors.

Mar 18 • 10:25 UTC
🇭🇷 Narod.hr
National & Local

The EU Court ruled that a Catholic organization cannot fire an employee for leaving the Catholic Church

The European Court of Justice ruled that a German Catholic organization cannot dismiss an employee for officially leaving the Catholic Church, which is deemed a serious breach of loyalty.

Mar 18 • 08:16 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Peter Thiel gives lecture on the Antichrist and AI in Rome, causing discomfort in the Church

Billionaire Peter Thiel's lecture series on the Antichrist in Rome has raised concerns among Catholic circles about his views on artificial intelligence regulation.

Mar 18 • 07:00 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Showdown in the Vatican?: Is Pope Leo XIV targeting Opus Dei?

Pope Leo XIV's private meeting with journalist Gareth Gore, who has investigated Opus Dei, raises questions about the Catholic organization’s future influence in the Vatican.

Mar 17 • 17:50 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

The Court of Justice of the European Union ruled on whether Caritas could dismiss an employee for leaving the Church

The CJEU ruled on a case regarding Caritas's ability to dismiss an employee who left the Catholic Church, affirming the need to evaluate moral and ideological compliance before termination.

Mar 17 • 14:56 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Eichstätt Financial Scandal: Former Bishop Testifies: "We are not business professionals"

Former Bishop Gregor Maria Hanke testified about his admissions regarding financial mismanagement in the Eichstätt diocese, highlighting a lack of expertise in the financial oversight committee.

Mar 17 • 14:05 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Church Employment Law: Termination After Leaving the Church Was Illegal

The European Court of Justice ruled that a Caritas employee's job termination following her resignation from the Catholic Church was unjustified, highlighting the evolving legal boundaries of church employment law in Germany.

Mar 17 • 12:40 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

What is behind the return of the Latin Mass?

The revival of Latin Mass in Brazil reflects a broader trend within the Catholic Church involving traditionalist liturgical practices gaining popularity.

Mar 17 • 10:00 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

New Statistics: The Joyful Message Behind Church Exits

A new report indicates that while the number of church exits remains high in Germany, a significant number of individuals continue to remain members of the church.

Mar 17 • 07:02 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Pope Leo XIV meets for 40 minutes with the author of an investigative book denouncing Opus Dei

Pope Leo XIV had a rare meeting with journalist Gareth Gore, the author of a critical book on Opus Dei, signaling a departure towards greater transparency within the church.

Mar 16 • 18:51 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Believers in Bavaria: The churches record nearly 124,000 exits

In Bavaria, nearly 124,000 people left the Catholic and Protestant churches last year, with the Catholic Church seeing a decrease in exits while the Protestant Church experienced an increase.

Mar 16 • 12:57 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Church Statistics 2025: Churches Lose 1.2 Million Members

The major churches in Germany lost a total of 1.2 million members in 2025, primarily due to resignations and deaths, although the number of departures from the Catholic Church has slightly decreased.

Mar 16 • 12:10 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Pope Leo has moved to the Apostolic Palace

Pope Leo XIV has relocated to the Apostolic Palace, following a period of living in nearby Holy Service residences after his election as leader of the world's 1.4 billion Catholics.

Mar 16 • 11:02 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Cura Brochero: what is his story and which prayer to recite for his help

The article discusses the life and legacy of Cura Brochero, the second Argentine to be canonized by the Catholic Church, highlighting his pastoral commitment and the significance of his feast day.

Mar 16 • 10:50 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Book reconstructs the behind-the-scenes of the conclave and shows the turning point that led Cardinal Prevost to the papacy

A new book reveals insights from the conclave that chose Cardinal Prevost as the successor to Pope Francis, highlighting the initial favorites during the voting process.

Mar 16 • 02:00 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Laetare Sunday: the reason why priests can wear pink today

In the Catholic Church, priests can wear a pink vestment in mass only on very few occasions during the liturgical year, specifically on Gaudete Sunday and Laetare Sunday, symbolizing joy during traditionally penitential periods.

Mar 15 • 10:00 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

An important decision for the Church has been made. Cardinal Ryś: 'Both joy and fear'

The II Pastoral Synod of the Archdiocese of Krakow was officially inaugurated by Cardinal Grzegorz Ryś, expressing a mix of joy and fear regarding the responsibilities ahead.

Mar 15 • 09:35 UTC
🇸🇰 Postoj
National & Local

Evangelization in Silence / Deaf People Also Need a Meeting with God's Word

The article discusses the need for tailored evangelization efforts for the deaf community, highlighting the lack of access to services in sign language.

Mar 15 • 07:36 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

The priests who saved an altar boy

Two priests tragically drowned while trying to save an altar boy from drowning during a spiritual retreat in Ecuador.

Mar 15 • 05:01 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Women, the invisible pillar of the Church: 'There is a lot of discrimination against us, but we are the engine. We reach places where men do not'

The article highlights the significant yet often overlooked role of women in the Catholic Church, who make up 80% of the active Church but face discrimination and marginalization in theological education and decision-making.

Mar 15 • 04:40 UTC

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