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Carmelite sisters ask for prayers, donations after fire destroys retreat house
Posted on 04/17/2026 07:00 AM (CNA Daily News - US)
The fire rendered one of the two retreat houses inoperable. Although the repair costs are not yet known, the severe damage requires the building to be rebuilt.
Diocese of Phoenix pioneers role for priestly well-being: No priest should walk ‘alone’
Posted on 04/17/2026 06:00 AM (CNA Daily News - US)
Father Greg Schlarb will accompany priests across the Diocese of Phoenix as part of a novel plan to ensure priests are healthy — spiritually, physically, and mentally.
Young U.S. men overtake women in saying religion is ‘very important’
Posted on 04/16/2026 16:25 PM (CNA Daily News - US)
Numbers of U.S. young men and women who frequently attend religious services have increased, Gallup data shows.
Donald Trump on tensions with Pope Leo XIV: ‘I have nothing against the pope’
Posted on 04/16/2026 15:55 PM (CNA Daily News - US)
The president downplayed his public criticism of Leo while falsely claiming that the Holy Father said Iran “can have a nuclear weapon.”
Punk legend Patti Smith, Mexican architect Tatiana Bilbao to represent Vatican at Venice Biennale
Posted on 04/16/2026 12:38 PM (CNA Daily News - Europe)
The exhibition by the Dicastery for Culture and Education features the work of contemporary artists in various fields, inspired by the life and spiritual legacy of St. Hildegard of Bingen.
Police reveal bomb threat at Chicago-area home of Pope Leo XIV’s brother
Posted on 04/16/2026 12:08 PM (CNA Daily News - US)
The bomb threat was determined to be “unsubstantiated,” according to law enforcement.
Pope Benedict XVI’s centenary celebrations planned across the globe in 2027
Posted on 04/16/2026 07:00 AM (CNA Daily News - Europe)
A series of events will take place in 2027 marking the centenary of the birth of the late pope, honoring his legacy and his extensive contributions to the fields of philosophy and theology.
Lawmaker calls for allowing crucifix symbol on veterans’ headstones
Posted on 04/15/2026 17:33 PM (CNA Daily News - US)
Nearly 50 lawmakers, including Rep. Greg Steube, R-Florida, are urging the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs to make the change.
Historic Wisconsin parish loses roof during severe weather outbreak
Posted on 04/15/2026 15:47 PM (CNA Daily News - US)
St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in East Bristol has stood in the community for over 130 years.
Nearly 500 leaders will gather in Washington, D.C., to read the entire Bible aloud
Posted on 04/15/2026 15:17 PM (CNA Daily News - US)
A wide array of speakers including actors, lawmakers, and advocates will read the Bible from beginning to end to celebrate American faith ahead of the nation’s 250th anniversary.