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On Sunday, January 12, Pope Francis celebrated the Feast of the Baptism of the Lord by baptizing 21 babies in the Vatican's Sistine Chapel and leading the Angelus prayer with pilgrims gathered in St. Peter's Square. This special occasion highlighted the significance of baptism, faith, and the Christian responsibility to nurture children spiritually.Read more of this article on Catholic Online News here >>

A new wave of illness is raising concerns in China, with social media platforms buzzing over a "mystery" virus that some claim is "worse than COVID-19." The outbreak, attributed to human metapneumovirus (HMPV), has led to increased hospitalizations, particularly among those aged 50-60, with some experiencing severe pneumonia just days after infection. These developments have sparked fears that a second global pandemic could be on the horizon.Read more of this article on Catholic Online News ...

At the conclusion of the Cold War, global powers largely agreed on the necessity of reducing nuclear weapons, believing that a world with fewer of these devastating tools would be safer. However, the world has now entered a new era, and that consensus is crumbling. Treaties are failing, nuclear arsenals are being bolstered, and the spread of nuclear weapons seems increasingly likely. Even the use of tactical nuclear weapons in conflict, once unthinkable, is now considered a plausible ...

As Catholics, we are called to cherish the gift of life and care for our physical and spiritual health as stewards of God's creation. Recent findings published in JAMA Network Open highlight a growing concern that impacts not only our individual well-being but also how we serve others: the widening gap between the years we live in good health and our total lifespans.Read more of this article on Catholic Online News here >>

The recent wildfires in Los Angeles have brought devastation to countless neighborhoods, yet they have also illuminated the courage of firefighters and the resilience of communities standing firm in the face of tragedy. Amid this chaos, heartbreaking accounts of exploitation have emerged, alongside acts of heroism and faith that inspire reflection on humanity's role in supporting one another during trials.Read more of this article on Catholic Online News here >>

The International Association of Exorcists (IAE) has recently raised concerns about several pastoral practices that may mislead the faithful seeking help for what they believe to be the extraordinary actions of the devil. The organization, which includes over 900 exorcist members worldwide, aims to offer guidance in providing authentic pastoral care through the ministry of exorcism. In a Jan. 6 article, the IAE issued important clarifications to help ensure that the ministry remains faithful to ...

Every year, Catholics around the world celebrate the Feast of the Baptism of the Lord, marking the end of the Christmas season and the beginning of Ordinary Time in the liturgical calendar. This feast, celebrated on the Sunday after Epiphany, commemorates the moment when Jesus was baptized by John the Baptist in the Jordan River. While this event marks the start of Jesus' public ministry, it also serves as a profound moment for reflection on our own baptism and the grace it brings.Read more of ...

On January 10, 2025, Pope Francis welcomed a group of young cancer patients from Poland who are receiving treatment at the pediatric oncology clinic "Cape of Hope" in Wroclaw. These brave children, accompanied by their parents, doctors, nurses, and a priest, embarked on a pilgrimage from their hometown to Rome, where they were warmly received by the Holy Father at the Vatican.Read more of this article on Catholic Online News here >>

This month, a pivotal vote will take place in the Senate regarding the Born Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act, a piece of legislation designed to protect babies who survive abortions. The bill, spearheaded by Senate Majority Leader John Thune, aims to ensure that babies who survive an attempted abortion receive immediate medical care rather than being abandoned to die.Read more of this article on Catholic Online News here >>