Financial penalties for priests. New law comes into effect
A new law allowing financial penalties for priests and laypeople in the Polish Church will go into effect on March 1, 2025, targeting individuals found guilty of canonical offenses.
Pope bans priests from using AI to write mass - warning them it 'can't replace God'
Pope Leo XIV has prohibited priests from using AI to write sermons, emphasizing that technology cannot replicate divine communication.
Pope Francis warns priests: do not preach with artificial intelligence
Pope Francis has urged Catholic priests to avoid using artificial intelligence applications to prepare sermons, emphasizing the importance of personal spiritual experience in preaching.
Pope in Rage - Priests Writing Sermons with the Help of ChatGPT
Pope Leo XIV expresses concerns about the use of AI in sermon writing, emphasizing the value of human voice and experience over machine-generated text.
Pope Leo XIV calls for peace in Ukraine and warns priests against the use of artificial intelligence
Pope Leo XIV emphasizes the urgent need for peace in Ukraine amidst the ongoing conflict and cautions clergy about the implications of artificial intelligence.
The Diocese near Philadelphia has reached a $180 million settlement to resolve abuse claims
The Camden Diocese near Philadelphia has agreed to a $180 million settlement for more than 300 individuals who survived sexual abuse incidents linked to priests in the 1980s and 1990s.
Pope Leo XIV and the Joke to Priests: "The Potholes of Rome Are Always the Same"
Pope Leo XIV humorously noted that while Rome changes, its potholes remain consistent, during a private meeting with Roman priests.
Poland: A bishop is prosecuted on charges of covering up sexual abuse of children by priests
A Polish bishop is on trial for allegedly covering up sexual abuse by priests in his diocese, marking a historic moment in Poland's handling of clerical abuse cases.
The First Such Trial in the Polish Church. Bishop: Paradoxically, I am Accused for My Zeal
A historic trial has commenced in Poland where Bishop Andrzej Jeż is accused of failing to report sexual abuse by two priests under his authority.
Polish Bishop is Criminally Prosecuted for Concealing Child Abuse by Clergy
A Polish bishop is being prosecuted for allegedly concealing cases of sexual abuse of children by priests in his diocese, marking a significant moment for the Polish Catholic Church.
Catholic church can now be sued for paedophile priests' actions in Victoria
Victoria's new law allows the Catholic Church to be sued for the actions of its priests, giving hope to many abuse survivors.
Russians spare neither their own priests; for criticizing the war, they end up in prison or dying
In Russia, clergy who oppose the war face persecution, with reports indicating over 100 cases of clergy being targeted since the conflict began.
Croatian priests celebrated with Thompson: Here is which song they chose
The Croatian priests' football team won a silver medal at the 18th European Championship for Catholic priests in small football held in Lublin.
Croatian priests won silver at the European Championship in five-a-side football
The Croatian priest team secured a silver medal at the 18th European Championship for Catholic priests in five-a-side football held in Lublin.
Organist, catechist, priests. The pedophile scandal in the diocese of Sosnowiec
A report reveals that at least 50 children have been sexually abused by priests and church affiliates in the Sosnowiec diocese, prompting a formal investigation.
The Communist Hate Also Crushed Religious Freedom: Many Priests Were Executed
The Day of Remembrance on February 10 is a significant day for the people of Trieste, marking the city's history of suffering under totalitarian regimes.
Russians pursue, torture, and kill priests, destroying Orthodox churches
In occupied Ukrainian territories, Russians are actively persecuting priests from both the Greek Catholic Church and the Orthodox Church under the Moscow Patriarchate.
Franciscan from Pula placed in investigative detention for threatening other priests
A Franciscan priest from Pula has been placed in investigative detention due to multiple death threats made against fellow priests in Dubrovnik.
Drunken Franciscan Friar Threatens Colleagues: "I Will Break Your Bones"
A Franciscan friar in Dubrovnik has been placed in a month-long custody for threatening fellow priests while under the influence of alcohol.
When will Holi be celebrated, March 3 or 4? Know the correct date from the priests
This article discusses the confusion about the date of the Holi festival in 2026, which is impacted by a lunar eclipse, with Holika Dahan on March 2 and celebrations on March 4 according to astrologers.
Cardinal Blase Cupich, Archbishop of Chicago: “Our priests have been detained by immigration agents due to the color of their skin”
Cardinal Blase Cupich criticizes Donald Trump's anti-immigration crackdown, warning that it jeopardizes the moral role of the United States in the world.
Churches in Occupied Ukraine / Russians persecute, torture, and kill priests, also destroying Orthodox churches
In occupied Ukraine, Russian forces are reportedly persecuting and killing Orthodox priests who refuse to collaborate with them, as exemplified by the case of Father Stepan Podolchak who was executed for his refusal.
The Celebration at the Exhibition Grounds Concludes the Beatification of Two Czechs Executed by the Communists
A celebration concluding the beatification of priests Jan Bula and Václav Drbola, executed under the communist regime, will take place on June 6 at the Brno exhibition grounds, expecting thousands of attendees.
Open window of apartment of priests softened fall of child from 10th floor: 'A blessed window'
A 4-year-old autistic boy from São Paulo survived a fall from the 10th floor of a building due to an open window on the 8th floor that cushioned his landing.
Who is Mike Schmitz / I'm just a normal priest, says the author of the Bible podcast who achieved nearly a billion downloads
Father Mike Schmitz, one of the most well-known Catholic priests globally from Minnesota, boasts nearly a billion downloads for his Bible podcast and is acknowledged for influencing many conversions to Catholicism.
Religious fervor overflows at the Movistar Arena with thousands of Christians praying the Prayer of Mercy: "No one has more drawing power than Jesus Christ"
Thousands of Christians gathered at the Movistar Arena for a prayer event led by priests, demonstrating a significant resurgence of faith among attendees, particularly the youth.
Salesian priests arrested and accused of espionage for the USA and Israel
The latest crackdown on peaceful protests in Iran reveals the oppressive nature of the ayatollah regime, with the arrest of Salesian priests who once managed the country's best school.
An innovative way for the carol. This "application" will allow tracking the priest's route
A new application has been introduced to help track the route of priests during pastoral visits known as 'kolęda.'
Liturgist Štefan Fábry / During the Epiphany, families are blessed, not homes. The sticker should not replace a priest's visit
Liturgist and priest Štefan Fábry explains the significance of blessing households during the Epiphany, criticizing the trend of priests only blessing new or renovated houses as an excuse to avoid visiting those in need of blessings.
How much in the envelope during the carol? This question provoked the priest in a live program
In a morning broadcast on Polsat, priests Kazimierz Sowa and Leszek Slipek discussed the material contributions received during pastoral visits, sparked by a journalist's question about how much should be given.
Priests Warn the Faithful. This Should Not Be Done During the Koloeda
Catholic priests in Poland have issued guidelines to the faithful concerning the traditional pastoral visit known as Koloeda, emphasizing the importance of inviting a priest to one’s home as an expression of faith and community, and the serious consequences of refusing such visits.
Cuban Santería priests warn of conflicts and violence in 2026
Cuban Santería priests have predicted an increase in violence and the threat of war for 2026 during their annual 'Letter of the Year' ceremony in Havana.
Why calendars with pin-up priests are a hit in Rome
Priest calendars have become a popular souvenir for tourists in Rome, offering options like the 'Calendario Romano' and the copy product 'Calendario Gregoriano', although there are issues with the models used.
Roma Theologian / I Want to Serve My Own. Roma People Need to Experience Acceptance from the Church, Especially from Priests
Patrik Bilý, a student at the Greek Catholic Theological Faculty, emphasizes the importance of acceptance for Roma people from the church and discusses his own journey towards becoming a priest.
What Happens to the Money from the Caroling? Priests Reveal the Truth
The article discusses the traditional visitation of priests during the Christmas season, known as 'kolęda', and the ongoing debate regarding the appropriate amount of money to give during this visit.
Wedding preparation 100 euros, confirmation for godparenting 5 euros... This is the price list in a parish in Slavonia
A recent survey revealed the monetary offerings given to priests during the house blessing tradition in Croatia, with most people donating around 50 euros.
Priests clearly condemn abortion as murder but remain silent about military service where young people learn to kill others
The article discusses the apparent contradiction of priests who denounce abortion while remaining quiet on the issue of military training that teaches young people to kill.
QUESTION OF THE DAY: The blessing of homes has begun. How much money do you leave for the priest?
On the feast of St. Stephen, the blessing of homes begins, where priests visit homes to offer prayers and blessings for health and prosperity.