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Hundreds of churches open doors to all as Europe marks ‘night of churches’

The annual ecumenical initiative invites believers and nonbelievers to explore hundreds of churches, chapels, and synagogues across the Czech Republic, Austria, and Slovakia on May 29.

Spain archbishop says Catholics feel ‘incredible expectation’ at pope’s upcoming trip to Spain

Archbishop José Cobo Cano of Madrid, Spain, said he hopes Pope Leo XIV's visit will help Catholics "look up and take a step forward."

Malta pro-life campaign challenges 6 parties on abortion, euthanasia

A leading pro-life nongovernmental organization is asking Malta's six political parties to declare publicly — yes or no — whether they would back abortion or euthanasia laws ahead of the May 30 vote.

French youth hikes up mountain with heavy cross on back, installs atop peak

In a feat of perseverance and strength, Maël Le Lagadec completed the arduous 14 hour climb to replace the cross that had been knocked down.

EWTN expands reach in northern Europe with new office in Sweden

Amid growth in the Catholic Church in Sweden, EWTN Global Catholic Network has opened a new office in Stockholm to expand reach across northern Europe.

Brussels bans AI ‘nudifier’ apps days before Pope Leo’s AI encyclical

The provisional agreement bans AI tools used to create nonconsensual intimate imagery and abuse material, drawing immediate welcome from European bishops and ethicists.

Augustinian community in Spain eagerly awaits Pope Leo XIV’s visit

The Augustinian community in Spain waits in great anticipation for Pope Leo's visit to the country, though the pope has visited numerous times previously as prior general of the order.

Contemplative life proclaims God is worthy of being sought and loved, Spanish bishops emphasize

Pro Orantibus Day, observed May 31 this year in Spain, highlights the contribution of the contemplative life to the Church and the world and why it is so needed in a fast-paced distracted society.

Nearly 500,000 already signed up for main events of pope’s visit to Spain

One hundred sixty thousand people have already registered for the vigil scheduled for June 6 and 250,000 for the Corpus Christi Mass and procession.

From Budapest to Princeton, Catholic scholars mobilize to reconnect faith and political life

CatholicPOST seeks to restore Catholic social doctrine to its rightful place in intellectual life and academic discussion.