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Witness at Work: Behind the Mission with Kali Magnusson
by Allison Munden on October 14, 2026 at 12:00 pm
Kali’s Catholic education shaped who she is and the way in which she serves the Church. Today, she is able to put her faith into action as she serves the mission of the Diocese of Saint Petersburg.

A Model and Inspiration: Beatification of Archbishop Fulton Sheen Part 2
by Brittany DeHaan on October 14, 2026
In part two of her two-part series on the Beatification of Fulton Sheen, Brittany DeHaan shares about the example and impact that his life and beatification have on Catholics today.
Join Bishop Parkes in praying for Pope Leo XIV
by Bishop Gregory Parkes on October 14, 2026
Please keep Pope Leo in your prayers following his surgery and lung cancer diagnosis.
Pope Leo XIV Has Lung Cancer, Vatican Says
by Marco Mancini | EWTN News on October 13, 2026
Pope Leo XIV underwent surgery Tuesday to remove the lower lobe of his right lung after doctors confirmed a diagnosis of lung adenocarcinoma, the Vatican announced Tuesday evening.

Pope Leo: ‘May families actively participate in life of the Church’
on October 14, 2026 at 4:46 pm
At the conclusion of the meeting to mark the 10th anniversary of Amoris laetitia, Pope Leo XIV says he will review the fruits of their work […]
Chicago school students prepare care package for Pope Leo XIV
on October 14, 2026 at 4:41 pm
As Pope Leo XIV recovers from lung surgery in hospital, a group of students from his hometown of Chicago are sending him get-well cards and […]

Restorative Justice Workshop – February 8, 2020

January 8, 2020

All are invited to attend a workshop to learn about Restorative Justice on February 8, 2020, at St. Jerome Catholic Church (10895 Hamlin Blvd. Largo,…
National Migration Week: January 5 through January 11, 2020

January 8, 2020

For nearly a half century, the Catholic Church in the United States has celebrated National Migration Week, which is an opportunity for the Church to…
Ten Things You Can Do to Accompany Undocumented Immigrants

January 8, 2020

This backgrounder from the United States Conference of Catholic Bishop’s Migration and Refugee Services provides suggested actions that you can take to support undocumented migrants,…
The President of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops Calls for Peace in Wake of Escalated Tensions with Iran

January 8, 2020

The president of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, Archbishop José H. Gomez of Los Angeles, released a statement on the situation in Iran…

For Citizens in a Representative Democracy, Voting Is Both a Right and a Responsibility, Says Archbishop Coakley
by PUBLIC AFFAIRS OFFICE on October 14, 2026 at 8:30 am
WASHINGTON – “For citizens in a representative democracy such as our own, participation in public life—including voting—is both a right and a responsibility,” said […]
Pope’s recovery on track after lung cancer surgery, clergy praise his resolve
by PUBLIC AFFAIRS OFFICE on October 14, 2026 at 8:30 am
VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Pope Leo XIV is recovering as expected after undergoing surgery for lung cancer, the Vatican said Oct. 14, as U.S. Catholic leaders and longtime friends […]

Vatican: Pope surgery successful; pope resting
by PUBLIC AFFAIRS OFFICE on October 13, 2026 at 8:30 am
VATICAN CITY (CNS) — An operation to remove a small nodule from Pope Leo XIV’s lung was successful, and he was recovering in his room, according to the Vatican press […]
Catholic and Evangelical Leaders Unite in Call for Compassionate Immigration Reform
by PUBLIC AFFAIRS OFFICE on October 13, 2026 at 8:30 am
WASHINGTON – “There is much that can be done to avoid the rupturing of our families and communities brought about by indiscriminate and aggressive enforcement actions,” […]