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The Cathedral Basilica of Sts. Peter and Paul in Philadelphia. / Credit: Mehdi Kasumov/Shutterstock CNA Staff, Dec 6, 2025 / 14:30 pm (CNA). The Archdiocese of Philadelphia is mobilizing Catholics this Advent to pray the St. Andrew Christmas No... [...]

“Birds flying high, you know how I feel!” Michael Bublé began with enthusiasm as he took the stage in Paul VI Hall with his famous hit “Feeling Good,” as a smiling Pope Leo joined the crowd in warm applause. The Canadian was the star performer for the Vatican’s 6th Concert with the Poor, an initiative Read More…

Bublé gets Pope to sing along in delightful Vatican concert (Watch)

Vatican City, Dec 6, 2025 / 04:00 am St. Nicholas, whose feast day is celebrated on Dec. 6, is known to possibly be the real-life inspiration for the beloved Christmas character of Santa Claus. Not [...]

CNA Staff, Dec 6, 2025 / 12:00 pm American actor Chris Pratt, best known for his roles in “Guardians of the Galaxy” and “Jurassic World,” is currently filming a documentary on the Vatican Necropolis, which [...]

‘Tis the season to wrap up gifts and place them under the tree. Looking for a beautiful and inspiring gift for a child? Don’t miss these exceptional Catholic children’s books published in the past year.  Word On Fire does it again with this masterpiece for young readers. The Story of All Stories is a storybook Read More…

Our favorite Catholic children’s books of 2025

When the pope or a bishop presides over or is present at the Eucharist, he may conclude Mass using a special blessing. Priests typically end Mass with the following blessing: The Lord be with you.– And with your spirit. May almighty God bless you,the Father, and the Son, and the Holy Spirit. The pope, as Read More…

What is the Pontifical Blessing that the pope and bishops can give?

‘The world becomes a better place if we sacrifice a little security and tranquillity in order to choose what is right,’ said Pope Leo XIV on Saturday, December 6, 2025, during the Jubilee audience held in St. Peter’s Square. Before thousands of pilgrims gathered under a gentle winter sun, he reminded them that “no one Read More…

Roll up your sleeves this Advent, invites Pope

Something extraordinary is happening all around the world. Faith is on the rise. Young people are rejecting secularism and embracing tradition. They’re tired of the shallow superficiality of social media. They’re craving real connections and meaningful lives.  After decades of declining religious practice, the drop has leveled off thanks to Gen Z, who now are Read More…

Confessions and candlelight: Faith grows on campus

On Friday, in the lead-up to this year’s Concert With the Poor, Pope Leo addressed the artists who will be performing, including Canadian Michael Bublé. The annual concert, now in its 6th year, was an initiative begun by Pope Francis. The Holy Father told this year’s performers: The Concert with the Poor, then, is not merely Read More…

Pope’s words to Bublé, other artists before concert

One holy day that often slips off many people’s radar is the solemnity of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary on December 8. It is not a typical feast day, such as Christmas or Easter, and is easily missed. What is also confusing is that sometimes when a holy day of obligation is Read More…

Is December 8 a holy day of obligation in 2025?