At Least 10 Bishops Have Died Due to Covid-19
Covid-19 has touched the entire world and has also ravaged the Church in several ways. This article from Crux details the death of at least 10 bishops who have died due to Covid.
Cause of Priest Imprisoned by Communists and Nazis Advances
Fr. Adolf Kajpr was a Jesuit priest and journalist who was imprisoned in Dachau concentration camp and later arrested by the communist authorities in Prague. Catholic News Agency has more in this article.
Taking a Break From Studies Helps Men Prepare for the Priesthood
They call it a spirituality year - time away from study and distractions that helps prepare men for the priesthood. This article from Catholic News Agency explains.
Nigerian Priest Kidnapped on the Way to His Father’s Funeral
A priest in Nigeria is kidnapped on the way to his father's funeral. Catholic News Agency has more on this difficult story.
Vice Postulator for Sheen Cause, Loses Battle Against COVID-19
Msgr. Richard Soseman, the Vice Postulator for the cause of Venerable Fulton Sheen, lost his battle against Covid-19. The National Catholic Register has more on this incredible priest.
Church in Belarus Calls for Prayer After Priests Detained
Two priests who are suspected of speaking out against an apparent fraudulent election in Belarus were detained by state police. Catholic News Agency has more in this article.
Five Louisiana Priests Considered for Sainthood
Pope Francis has opened up the cause of five French priests who served in Louisiana during the 1873 Yellow Fever pandemic. This article from Crux has more.
The Papal Preacher Prepares to Become a Cardinal
Fr. Raniero Cantalamessa sees himself as a simple preacher, but he's on his way to becoming a Cardinal. Read more in this article from Catholic News Agency.
Seminarian Tells of Return from Hell’s Doorstep
In this uplifting article from National Catholic Register, Seminarian Chad Cheramie, Jr. tells the story of living a life of sin, and how one prayer changed the course of his life, ultimately sending him to study for the priesthood.
A Bishop Opens Up About His Mental Health
Bishop James Conley of Lincoln, NE is back from an extended leave and opens up about his mental health recovery. Read more in this article from Catholic News Agency.