February 2025

As Pope Francis remains in hospital, Vatican announces schedule changes

Cindy Wooden · February 18, 2025

In another sign that Pope Francis' stay in Rome's Gemelli hospital will continue for some time, the Vatican announced a substitute presider for the Mass and ordinations as part of the Jubilee of Deacons.

Laws, ethical principles can ensure AI benefits all, speakers say

Carol Glatz · February 18, 2025

While the possible benefits of AI may outnumber its feared risks, a group of experts meeting in Rome insisted global legislation and ethical principles must be developed and applied now to protect human rights and curb or prevent possible harm.

Vatican cardinal heads to Lebanon to express pope's solidarity, prayers

Carol Glatz · February 18, 2025

One out of four people living in Lebanon is a refugee, and the majority of children born in refugee camps are unregistered at birth, said Cardinal Michael Czerny, prefect of the Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development.

York board tackles $10.5 million deficit

Luke Mandato · February 18, 2025

The York Catholic District School Board (YCDSB) has approved a Multi-Year Financial Recovery Plan as it looks to return to a balanced budget.

U.S. bishops sue Trump administration, say halting refugee resettlement funds will cause harm

Maria-Pia Chin · February 19, 2025

The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops sued the Trump administration Feb. 18 over the suspension of funding of refugee resettlement assistance.

Public lecture at Regent College canceled amid controversy

Regent at UBC revokes invite to Nigel Biggar

Anna Farrow · February 19, 2025

A Vancouver theological college cancelled a March 6 public lecture by Oxford professor and member of the House of Lords Nigel Biggar after alumni took to social media accusing the speaker of being a residential school apologist and “mass graves denier.”

Pope Francis' condition stable; tests show some improvement

Cindy Wooden · February 19, 2025

Pope Francis' doctors described his condition as "stable" late Feb. 19 even though "blood tests, evaluated by the medical staff, show a slight improvement, particularly in the inflammatory markers," which are used to monitor infections, a Vatican medical bulletin said.

U.S. aid cuts have far-reaching affect

NGOs call for increased Canadian funding to offset shortfall

Anna Farrow · February 19, 2025

The recent decision to shut down the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) has rocked the world of nongovernmental organizations, south of the border and beyond.

Editorial

Clarity on immigration debate

Archbishop Thomas G. Wenski · February 19, 2025

The Trump administration has been very busy and has, not unexpectedly, generated much discussion and to be sure controversy.

Faith in film 'Unbreakable'

New based-on-a-true story faith-driven film shows life's beauty despite hardships

Quinton Amundson · February 19, 2025

Whether imagining flying among the clouds like a superhero while ascending on a swing or appreciating the “pure perfection” of a simple pleasure like a strawberry milkshake, Austin LaRette strives to make every day the best of his life.

New York Cardinal has his 'Come From Away' moment

Quinton Amundson · February 19, 2025

Cardinal Archbishop of New York Timothy Dolan reverently acknowledged the providence of The Lord during a Feb. 15 guest homily in St. John’s, Nfld. only made possible because of a diverted flight.

Concerns surround Ukraine peace talks

Ukraine voice lacking at high-level Russia-U.S. talks

Quinton Amundson · February 20, 2025

As the third anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine approached, a sense of urgency to end the Russia-Ukraine war emanating from the United States created a flurry of traffic on social media and in news outlets.

Message from Pope Francis to Macron for the Paris AI summit

Catholic Register Staff · February 20, 2025

A message from Pope Francis to French President Emmanuel Macron for the Paris summit on action regarding Artificial Intelligence.

50 years of poustinia’s solitude

Catherine Doherty’s classic in 28th printing

Luke Mandato · February 20, 2025

This year marks the 50th anniversary of the publication of one of the great modern spiritual classics with Catherine Doherty’s guide on the poustinia still inspiring many Catholics to find the dwelling Lord today.

Our greatest king is the epitome of humility

The Bible Book(s)/Chapter(s) to read each day this week, Sunday, February 23 to Saturday, March 1, 2025

Lea Karen Kivi · February 20, 2025

The Bible Book(s)/Chapter(s) to read each day this week, Sunday, February 23 to Saturday, March 1, 2025

Weighing the lasting benefits of friendship

Charles Lewis · February 20, 2025

For now, at least, Donald Trump’s threat of heavy tariffs on Mexico and Canada are on hold. Who knows what he’ll do now? He is nothing if not unpredictable.

Pope Francis continues showing 'slight' improvement, Vatican says

Cindy Wooden · February 20, 2025

On his sixth full day in Rome's Gemelli hospital, "the Holy Father's clinical condition is improving slightly," the Vatican said.

Pro-life study guide launched for schools

Quinton Amundson · February 21, 2025

One day after the 28th National March for Life on May 8 in Ottawa, the first-ever “Save the Babies Leaders Summit” will conclude a week of life-cherishing festivities in Canada’s capital city.

Vatican welcomes British court ruling in London property case

Cindy Wooden · February 21, 2025

The Vatican City State's chief prosecutor said he was satisfied with a British court ruling that said a now-convicted financier involved in the Vatican purchase of a London property had not acted in good faith.

Vance shines global spotlight on persecution of Christians in Europe

Simon Caldwell · February 21, 2025

The British army veteran prosecuted for silently praying in front of an abortion clinic was, to his own surprise, caught in the global spotlight when his case was cited by U.S. Vice President JD Vance in a Feb. 14 speech at a landmark security conference in Munich.