March 2025

Power of Passion at Padre Pio

Vaughan parish recreates Christ’s Passion for third time

Luke Mandato · March 28, 2025

For Liana Del Mastro, the prospect of bringing the greatest story ever told to life on stage is a process that requires thoughtfulness, creativity and most of all, faith.

Insignificant tasks can bear spiritual fruit

Bible Book(s)/Chapter(s) to read each day this week, Sunday, March 30 to Saturday April 5, 2025.

Lea Karen Kivi · March 28, 2025

Bible Book(s)/Chapter(s) to read each day this week, Sunday, March 30 to Saturday April 5, 2025.

A Christian life should be one lived in joy

Luke Mandato · March 28, 2025

During a season known for solemnity and sacrifice, the Rule of St. Benedict continues to point the faithful toward true Christian joy found through personal renewal in Christ during Lent.

St. Mike’s aims to enhance religious instruction

Luke Mandato · March 28, 2025

The University of St. Michael’s College is looking to expand its additional qualification (AQ) religion courses for teachers, with the latest set to enhance the deliverable quality of Catholic education as a whole.

Papal preacher: Measure your life by Christ, not social media likes

Justin McLellan · March 28, 2025

Christians should resist the temptation to be swayed by applause, popularity or approval, especially in a culture driven by social media and instant recognition, instead grounding their lives firmly in Christ, the preacher of the papal household said.

Pope Francis' condition slowly improving after release from hospital

Cindy Wooden · March 28, 2025

Home from the hospital after more than five weeks, Pope Francis is showing "slight improvements" in his breathing, ability to speak and mobility, the Vatican press office said.

Crushing municipal taxes threaten Jerusalem churches

Susan Korah · March 28, 2025

Churches in Jerusalem are in dire financial straits and Church-run institutions such as schools and hospitals are in danger of closing as they struggle with a renewed barrage of demands by the city to pay a tax called “Arnona.”

Historic battles 'more than about the numbers'

King's students connected to past wars as modern conflicts rage

Quinton Amundson · March 29, 2025

Graham Broad says a compelling excerpt from a textbook or a passion-filled lecture from a professor does not compare to being physically present in a setting where history occurred.

St. Boniface holds service for abuse survivors

John Longhurst · March 29, 2025

For St. Boniface Archbishop Albert LeGatt, the clergy sexual abuse scandal in the Church was “unfathomable.”

As Kansas Catholics pray, a Satanic group's 'black mass' turns violent, with arrests

Gina Christian · March 31, 2025

A Satanic group's effort to conduct a "black mass" at the Kansas Statehouse March 28 turned violent, leading to arrests, while across the street the state's Catholic archbishop led hundreds in peaceful prayer before the Eucharist for those who "seek to mock our merciful God."

Tragic earthquake hits war-torn Myanmar, with massive death toll and little aid

OSV News · March 31, 2025

On March 28, a powerful 7.7 magnitude earthquake hit the Mandalay-Sagaing region in southwestern Myanmar, causing multistory buildings to collapse and raising concerns about a significant death toll.

Lourdes bishop covering Father Rupnik's mosaics on sanctuary's basilica doors

Federica Tourn · March 31, 2025

Bishop Jean-Marc Micas of Tarbes and Lourdes has decided to cover mosaics by Father Marko Rupnik at the entrance of the Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary, a move aimed at making the basilica more welcoming for all, particularly victims of abuse.

Pope Francis continues to govern the church, says Vatican secretary of state

Cindy Wooden · March 31, 2025

Even on his worst days in Rome's Gemelli hospital, Pope Francis was governing the Catholic Church, although on some days, he did not seem to have the energy to sign his full name, said Cardinal Pietro Parolin.

Remembering Michael Murphy, mentor, colleague, friend

Luke Stocking · March 31, 2025

The Gospel call to solidarity and justice is one that can only be lived in community with others. It is not a journey we make on our own. There are times when our brothers and sisters on that journey pass from this life into the full embrace of God. When they do, it is good give thanks for their lives and witness to the wider community the contributions they have made.