Holy Spirit Roman Catholic Church

The short, two-day extraordinary consistory is scheduled to conclude this evening, January 8. At Holy Mass this morning, Pope Leo considered how the word consistory speaks to the cardinals’ aim: As we know, the word Consistory (Consistorium, or “assembly”) can be understood through the root of the verb consistere, meaning “to stand still.” Indeed, all of Read More…

Pope celebrates Mass with cardinals (homily)

Vienna Skyline with St. Stephen’s Cathedral, Vienna, Austria. | Credit: mrgb/shutterstock Jan 8, 2026 / 07:00 am (CNA). The Catholic Church in Austria has launched a new formation program to promote late vocations, aimed at men between 45 and 6... [...]

A new year always brings new possibilities, but 2026 feels particularly meaningful. We are stepping forward from years marked by uncertainty and fragility, into a season where many hearts are rediscovering faith, returning to prayer, opening to healing, and longing for renewal. It is a year marked by re-anchoring our lives in what truly matters Read More…

7 Classic names perfect for a 2026 Catholic baby boy

“We continue to be at a time in this country when we need to lower the temperature of rhetoric, stop fear-filled speculation and start seeing all people as created in the image and likeness of God. That is as true for our immigrant sisters and brothers as it is for our elected officials and those Read More…

Minneapolis: Immigrants, politicians, law enforcement all made in image of God

Renewed fighting in Aleppo has once again placed civilians at grave risk, prompting urgent appeals for prayer and international action from local Christian leaders and the pontifical foundation Aid to the Church in Need (ACN). Clashes between forces loyal to the young government in Damascus and the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) resumed on January 6 Read More…

Return of violence to Aleppo spurs calls for prayer

Scott Adams, the creator of the popular Dilbert cartoon, said recently in a video podcast that he will embrace Christianity as his life nears its end. Adams, 68, speaking on the January 4 episode of his podcast Real Coffee with Scott Adams, said he intends to convert to Christianity before he dies. His intention is Read More…

‘Dilbert’ cartoonist Scott Adams says he’ll embrace Christianity

An architectural rendering shows the planned Church of the Holy Trinity in Neratovice, Czech Republic. The Noah’s Ark-inspired design by architect Zdeněk Fránek features a green roof and may become the world’s largest 3D-printed church. | Credit... [...]

Amid celebrations over Nicolás Maduro’s forced departure from power in Venezuela, people watch with uncertainty to see what will happen in the coming hours and days. The atmosphere seems particularly tense and the panorama remains unclear even today, several days later. After years of persecution and a sophisticated system of state terrorism, fear remains ingrained Read More…

On the ground in Venezuela: Uncertainty

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