Beatification and Canonization of Carlo Acutis

Carlo Acutis, a teenage computer whiz who used the early-aughts internet to spread awareness of the Catholic faith, is set to become the Catholic Church's first millennial saint. He died of leukemia at age 15 in 2006 and is known for cataloging Eucharistic miracles worldwide. Acutis was beatified in 2020 and is expected to be canonized in 2025. He is credited with two posthumous healing miracles.

Pope Francis and the L.G.B.T.Q. Catholic Community

Pope Francis made controversial remarks about the L.G.B.T.Q. community and gay priests, using a gay slur while reiterating the church’s ban on admitting gay men to seminaries. The Vatican issued an apology for any offense caused.

Canonization of Carlo Acutis

Carlo Acutis, a London-born teenager known as 'God's influencer' for spreading Catholic teachings online, is set to become a saint after being attributed with a second miracle by Pope Francis. He died at age 15 in 2006 and would be the first millennial to be canonised.

Baltimore's Catholic Archdiocese Parish Realignment Plan

Baltimore's Catholic archdiocese will reduce the number of parishes by about two-thirds due to falling attendance and aging infrastructure.

Catholic Monk Comes Out as Transgender in Kentucky

A Catholic monk in Kentucky comes out as a transgender man, claiming to be the first in his position to do so. The Vatican recently published a document discussing its view on transgender individuals.

Criticism of NFL Kicker Harrison Butker's Conservative Catholic-themed Commencement Address

America magazine and other media outlets criticize NFL kicker Harrison Butker for his conservative Catholic-themed commencement address at Benedictine College, citing concerns about gender roles, Covid-19 policies, liturgical preferences, and abortion being included in the same speech. The speech was seen as promoting backward-looking sectarianism by some critics.

Support for Harrison Butker's Catholic Commencement Address

Kansas City Chiefs star kicker Harrison Butker received support from prominent Catholics after delivering an overtly Catholic commencement address at Benedictine College. Some public figures called for his firing due to his views on various topics aligning with Catholic teaching.

U.S. Catholic Voters Favor Trump Over Biden

U.S. Catholics are leaning towards former President Donald Trump over President Joe Biden, according to a recent Pew Research poll. Trump has majority support among Catholics, with a 12-point difference over Biden. The survey also shows Trump leading among other religious groups.

Catholic Church and Abortion Rights in Missouri

Catholic nun and other Catholics in Missouri challenge church's anti-abortion stance, advocating for abortion rights despite church directives. Some face ostracism for their beliefs. Younger generation of Catholics more open and supportive of abortion rights. Church leaders remain firm in their position.

Abortion and Catholicism

Abortion is almost entirely illegal in some states, but many Catholics support abortion rights. The Catholic church hopes to maintain the ban on abortion, leading to a conflict of beliefs among Catholics.

AI Priest Father Justin

A virtual AI priest named Father Justin was created by Catholic Answers but was quickly defrocked of his robes after users found the app creepy and offering sexist advice and outdated views. The app claimed to be a real member of the clergy, leading to concerns about privacy and theological implications.

Criticism of President Biden's Catholic Faith

Roman Catholic Archbishop Wilton Cardinal Gregory criticized President Biden for being a 'cafeteria Catholic' who picks and chooses aspects of the faith, ignoring or contradicting others. Biden has faced backlash for his pro-choice stance on abortion and for marking Easter Sunday as 'Transgender Day of Visibility.'

Controversial Funeral at St. Patrick’s Cathedral

Harrison Butker, a Super Bowl-winning Kansas City Chiefs kicker and traditionalist Catholic, criticized the recent funeral for an atheist transgender activist held at St. Patrick’s Cathedral in New York City, calling it unacceptable and an abomination.

Violent Gangs Kidnapping Catholic Priests in Haiti

Violent gangs in Haiti have kidnapped Catholic priests and churchgoers, leading to chaos in the country. Prime Minister Ariel Henry announced his planned resignation as armed militias take control. The situation has caused a sense of insecurity and chaos in Haiti.

The Significance of the Rosary in Catholic Faith

The article discusses the history and significance of the rosary in the Catholic faith, highlighting its use as a tool for prayer and meditation. It also mentions the addition of the 'Mysteries of Light' by St. John Paul II in 2000.

The History of the Filet-O-Fish Sandwich

In 1962, McDonald's franchisee Lou Groen created the Filet-O-Fish sandwich to attract customers who abstained from eating meat on Fridays due to their faith, especially during Lent. The sandwich became a popular item and remains on the menu year-round, with 25% of sales occurring during Lent.