ST. JOHN THE EVANGELIST, SLATERSVILLE RI

“We pray for an end to the hatred and threats of violence that have become so regrettably prevalent on social media,” an archdiocesan spokesperson said.

The priest did not witness a Eucharistic miracle but felt “the weight of God’s power coming down upon the altar, and I felt the heaviness of Jesus’s substantial presence in the chalice in my hands.”

Archbishop John Wester urged the faithful to develop an “appreciation for the gift of water” amid major ecological challenges in the region.

A Rome conference marking the 10th anniversary of the priest’s death highlighted his deep humanity, spirituality, and concern for those who suffer.

The pope highlighted the role of laypeople and religious in shaping Catholic social teaching and called for formation in public life rooted in solidarity, justice, and peace.

The Fabbrica di San Pietro restored several mosaics in the side chapel dome, a project that began in May 2025.

Archbishop Christophe-Zakhia El-Kassis delivered his first address as the Holy See’s representative to the United Nations in New York on Sept. 17.

The Trump administration is highlighting its efforts on the faith front, including protecting religious liberty, defending houses of worship, expanding school choice and restoring biological truth.

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The legal settlement ensures that Jessica Bates’ religious views will not be a factor in determining whether she can adopt children.