U.S. Bishops Issue a “Special Message” on Immigration from Plenary Assembly in Baltimore
November 13, 2025
See orgional press release here. BALTIMORE – As the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) gathered for their Fall Plenary Assembly in Baltimore, the bishops issued a Special Message addressing their concern for the evolving situation impacting...Read more
Baptism’s Purgatory
November 11, 2025
By Father Fred Edlefsen
The snow is on the roses. Death looms over all blossoms. All Saints Day foretells Heaven. November prays for purgatory’s souls. Baptism plunges us into life’s purifying waters. Purification is completed...Read morePalestinian President Mahmoud Abbas Viisits Pope Francis' Tomb
Paying Respects at St. Mary Major in Rome
November 5, 2025
Palestinian President visits tomb of Pope Francis Upon his arrival in Rome, the leader of the State of Palestine visits the Basilica of St. Mary Major for a moment of reflection before the tomb of the late Pope Francis....Read more
November Reflections
Preparing for the Other Side of Life
November 4, 2025
By Father Fred Edlefsen
November’s windblown leaves tell a prophetic tale: “Vanity of vanities, all is vanity” (Ecclesiastes 1:2). November taps us on the shoulder and says, “It’s time to cut life’s silver cord.” Spring’s...Read moreEducation
Founded on Interiority, Unity, Love, and Hope
November 1, 2025
Pope Leo: Education is founded on interiority, unity, love, and hope The Pope meets with 15,000 teachers and students in St. Peter's Square in Rome for the Jubilee of the World of Education and calls on teachers to connect with...Read more
