Catholic Saints
In 12 years, Pope Francis made enormous impact on church, liturgical life
OSV News
May 2, 2025
While the liturgical legacy of Pope Francis may have flown under the radar for many, several experts told OSV News his 12-year papacy made a definite impact.
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Joseph the Righteous
John R. Barker, OFM
May 1, 2025
In Joseph, who decided to send Mary away without disgracing her, we find the essence of what it means to be righteous.
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St. Catherine of Siena: Pray for Us!
Franciscan Media
April 29, 2025
Catherine of Siena stands as a companion with us on the Christian journey in her undivided effort to invite the Lord to take flesh in her own life.
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Bring Everything to Christ
Carol Ann Morrow
April 27, 2025
People walked days to hear me preach and in such numbers that I often spoke outdoors.
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Carlo Acutis: You Belong to the Ages
Christopher Heffron
April 25, 2025
I have always categorized you, Carlo, as “the millennial saint,” but that is limiting. You are timeless.
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How Pope Francis Drew Inspiration from His Namesake
OSV News
April 25, 2025
"Don't forget the poor!" Brazilian Cardinal Claudio Hummes' advice to then-Cardinal Jorge Mario Bergoglio upon the Argentine's election to the papacy.
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Chicago abuzz with ‘unbelievable’ joy the first American Pope is a hometown son
Catholics and non-Catholics alike were abuzz with excitement in Chicago May 8, after one of the city’s native sons became pope. Taking the name Leo XIV, the new pontiff has made many firsts.