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Some people might be surprised to hear that Christianity in China extends all the way back to the 7th century. But despite this ancient presence and despite China’s global relevance, no full-length translation of the Bible appeared in the Chinese language until the latter part of the 20th century.  The man behind this pioneering translation Read More…

The Franciscan who made 1st full-length translation of Bible in Chinese

This year’s March for Life included the popular Life Fest event, sponsored by the Sisters of Life and the Knights of Columbus, as well as a special message from Pope Leo XIV. The event’s theme? “Because love is the answer.” During the Holy Mass at Life Fest, Bishop Joseph Espaillat preached a passionate homily on Read More…

Bishop’s fiery pro-life message: “You can’t pick and choose”

Once upon a time, fairy tales ended with “and they lived happily ever after.” However, a more honest modern version that was recently shared on social media might read: “So the prince and princess lowered their expectations and lived reasonably contentedly ever after.” It’s funny because it lands uncomfortably close to home. Somewhere along the Read More…

From fairytale to reality: The joy of realistic expectations

The shrine of Our Lady of Aparecida, the patroness of Brazil, released the official number of visitors in 2025, and it’s a stunning statistic: 10.5 million! This represents a 15% increase compared to 2024. The Jubilee Year is cited as a factor in the increase of visitors, and as favoring “a more intense living of Read More…

Brazilian Marian shrine received astonishing 10M pilgrims in 2025

At least 18 people have died and 24 remain missing after the passenger ferry MV Trisha Kerstin 3 sank early Monday off the southern Philippines, officials confirmed as rescue efforts continued. BBC reported that the roll-on/roll-off cargo and passenger vessel was en route from Zamboanga City on Mindanao to Jolo Island in Sulu province with Read More…

Ferry sinks off southern Philippines; at least 18 dead

Pope Leo XIV concluded the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity and marked the feast of the Conversion of St. Paul by leading 2nd vespers at the papal basilica named after the Apostle. This celebration is an annual tradition and brings together representatives of various Christian Churches and communities. Pope Leo noted that this year’s Read More…

We are one … let us make it visible: Pope on Christian unity

Catholic schools are a well established institution that are present in nearly every country in the world. Many of them have existed for hundreds of years and some claim they were founded over a thousand years ago. This brings up the question, what was the first Catholic school to ever be established? As with many Read More…

What was the first Catholic school in the whole world?

At its core, liturgical tensions point to deeper issues in theology, the transmission of tradition, and limits of authority.

The 40 days of Lent point us to the cross and to the hope and joy of Easter Sunday. During the fast-approaching Lenten season, it behooves us to take part in spiritual exercises that will, [...]