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To change the world

Nagy “To change the world, we must be good to those who cannot repay us.” — Pope Francis How true those words are. We must become the examples, the peacemakers, the ones who choose love. We must be lovers of our fellow human beings. Sometimes I catch …

Vatican-supported group helps push pro-immigration agenda in America

News World Meeting of Popular Movements coordinator Fr. Mattia Ferrari is visiting 21 US cities, where delegates aid at ICE court appearances and enroll immigrants in public healthcare. (LifeSiteNews) — A priest who coordinates a Marxist-rooted movement …

Vatican confirms excommunication of SSPX bishops, declares schism

Pope Leo celebrates Mass on the feast of Sts. Peter and Paul in St. Peter’s Basilica at the Vatican June 29. The Vatican on July 2 declared the Society of St. Pius X to be “in schism” after the traditionalist group consecrated four bishops without a papal …

Catholic revival event comes to Detroit for first time with procession through downtown

DETROIT (WXYZ) — A first-of-its-kind Catholic revival event is coming to Detroit on July 22, bringing thousands of Catholics together for a full day of worship, speakers, prayer, a concert and a massive Eucharistic procession through the streets of …

Meet 4 religious sisters dedicating their lives to God in 2026

Sr. Catherine Lucia Phoebe Addington of the Daughters of St. Paul still remembers when she first walked into a convent chapel as a fourth grader. "I saw the sanctuary lamp lit, and that was absolutely mind-blowing to me," she said of visiting …

Vatican-backed priest tours US to visit immigrant advocates, community organizers

(RNS) — When the news broke that Lorenzo Salgado Araujo had been shot and killed by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent as he drove his construction crew to work in Houston last week, a Vatican representative was meeting with immigrant families at …

Drawn to God’s unconditional love: Four different women, four different vocations stories

Sister Catherine Lucia Phoebe Addington of the Daughters of St. Paul still remembers when she first walked into a convent chapel as a fourth grader. “I saw the sanctuary lamp lit, and that was absolutely mind-blowing to me,” she said of visiting the home …

LETTER: Reader suggests people should choose their battles wisely

Dear Editor, I noticed Michael Ebert’s letter appearing in the June 24 issue of the paper. Apparently he’s still pursuing the lost cause of shutting down the cannabis dispensaries in Menominee in spite of the provisions in both the Michigan and United …

St. Frances Xavier Cabrini: The saint around the corner

In my neighborhood of Lakeview in Chicago, the past and present coexist in beautiful harmony. Beautiful Gilded Age mansions stand alongside modern high rise apartments; and their inhabitants reflect the past, present and future of this diverse city. A few …

​Human artificial intelligence

Gadfly | July 6th, 2026 By Ed Raymond If something can go terribly wrong, it will happen on planet Earth Somewhere in the universe, there may be a planet created by a Perfect God where there are no viruses, all babies are born at immaculate conceptions and …

Meet 4 religious sisters dedicating their lives God in 2026

2 (OSV News) — Sister Catherine Lucia Phoebe Addington of the Daughters of St. Paul still remembers when she first walked into a convent chapel as a fourth grader. “I saw the sanctuary lamp lit, and that was absolutely mind-blowing to me,” she said of …

Chirco and Company charity softball game on deck to benefit National Kidney Foundation

Vito Chirco is all about charity. So the Macomb County resident helped found the Michigan-based nonprofit Chirco and Company, a charity organization that hosts a popular annual charity softball game and other events that benefit the National Kidney …

Inside the Schism Threatening the Catholic Church

“No good fruit came of Vatican II,” avers one of the six hundred thousand SSPX adherents who attends Mass at one of the society’s eighty chapels worldwide (by ecclesial rule they may not be called “churches”). Most are in France and the United States, but …

EDITORIAL: Welcome, Pope Leo XIV, Chicago’s holy father

Prevost spent nearly two decades in missionary service in Peru, beginning in 1985 with roles such as parochial vicar and chancellor in Chulucanas, and later director of formation for Augustinian aspirants in Trujillo. After a period back in the United …

Msgr. Welzbacher: Professor, pastor and poet — 75 years of shepherding souls

From left, Msgr. George Welzbacher greets altar servers Ryan Cooley and Peter Miller before Mass at Holy Family in St. Louis Park June 13, which was a celebration of the 75th anniversary of his ordination to the priesthood and his 98th birthday. Cooley and …

Strangers No Longer offers proposals to make state 'more welcoming place to immigrants'

DETROIT — Strangers No Longer, a Detroit-based, statewide network of groups inspired by Catholic social doctrine to educate and advocate for humane immigration policies, released a policy platform it hopes will help guide conversations surrounding …

Archdiocese of Detroit could end Sunday Mass at up to 90 parishes

News Archbishop Weisenburger says he is interested in ‘vibrant parishes,’ but last year he axed the Latin Mass, which is known to draw youth and families, at 13 locations. (LifeSiteNews) — The Archdiocese of Detroit, Michigan, has released parish …

Rising from the Ashes Revival set to deliver Christ’s message to a world in need

DETROIT ─ Fr. Joseph Mallia and the team organizing the Rising from the Ashes Revival are inviting the faithful across southeast Michigan and beyond to reconnect with the Lord during a Eucharistic revival along the banks of the Detroit River. The July 22 …

In historic first, Catholic sisters return Indigenous land

Before it was called Trout Lake, the nearly 4,000-acre body of water in Vilas County, Wisconsin had a different name. An Ojibwe wild rice technician dug up some old files and found the name recently—Makade’ike. It literally means the “place where they make …

Astrologer Mohnish Suri's Earlier Iran-U.S. Forecast Draws Attention After Renewed Middle East Escalation

Videos published between May and July highlighted the possibility of renewed geopolitical tensions following fragile peace negotiations. VANCOUVER, BC, CANADA, July 18, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As renewed military tensions emerge between the …

Caps Off to Success Celebration

Rev. Dr. Molly T. Marshall, President of United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities, to Retire in 2027

Marshall’s Vision and Leadership Have Transformed United SAINT PAUL, MN, UNITED STATES, July 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Following six historic and transformative years as President of United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities, Rev. Dr. Molly T …

Dr. Herbert Reynolds Davis Named President of All Saints Bible College

MEMPHIS, TN, UNITED STATES, July 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Board of Directors of All Saints Bible College has announced the appointment of Dr. Herbert Reynolds Davis as President. Dr. Davis brings extensive experience in ministry …

Lindsey Lavery Featured in Chicago Tribune on the Importance of Planning Ahead for Senior Living

Franciscan Ministries Executive Encourages Families to Make Thoughtful, Lifestyle-Focused Decisions Before a Crisis Occurs LEMONT, IL, UNITED STATES, July 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Franciscan Ministries, sponsored by the Franciscan Sisters …

Kings Day, The One Common World Morality Encourages Reflection on Faith, Ethics, and Our Shared Humanity

Pamela A. Stanley presents a work of nonfiction that inspires readers to explore self-reflection, moral responsibility, and the values that unite people across NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, July 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Author Pamela …

Unheard: How Jesus Found Me in Silence Shares a Powerful Journey of Faith, Identity, and Redemption

Samuel Luis Lucio recounts an inspiring true story of overcoming isolation, embracing faith, and discovering hope through a relationship with Jesus Christ. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, July 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Samuel Luis Lucio …

Trapped Inside Myself Explores One Man's Journey From Self-Destruction To Hope And Personal Transformation

Bobby Paul shares a candid memoir that begins a seven-book Journey Series about change, recovery, healing, and rebuilding—one honest step at a time. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, July 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Bobby Paul presents …

Returning 2 One: Unity of the People With Mahdi Explores Humanity's Shared Spiritual Journey

Annalie Mariem Pelot Al'Khalek presents an exploration of spiritual unity, personal healing, and the enduring connections that unite the Abrahamic faiths. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, July 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Annalie Mariem …

The Faith Test Explores the Strength of Belief Through Four Powerful Journeys of Faith

Audriaunna Smith presents an inspiring Christian novel challenging readers to examine faith, perseverance, and spiritual conviction through life’s trials. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, July 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Audriaunna Smith …

Letters To Family: A Year Of Coping With Grief Offers A Compassionate Reflection On Loss, Faith, And Healing

Bill Mech shares an intimate collection of personal letters chronicling a year of grief, offering comfort, hope, and encouragement to readers through loss. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, July 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Bill Mech …

Got Faith? Helps Readers Explore Christianity Through an Accessible and Engaging Faith Workbook

K. Scott Wells offers a Christian workbook equipping believers, seekers, and skeptics to explore truth, strengthen faith, and understand Jesus Christ's message. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, July 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- K. Scott Wells …

पं. धीरज कृष्ण शास्त्री: जब कथा केवल सुनी नहीं, महसूस की जाती है

वृंदावन की परंपरा, 900+ डिजिटल वीडियो, देश-विदेश में कथा-प्रवास और सिंगापुर–मलेशिया तक बढ़ती उपस्थिति—नई पीढ़ी से संवाद करती भक्ति की आवाज़ INDIA, July 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- पं. धीरज कृष्ण शास्त्री: जब कथा केवल सुनी नहीं, महसूस की जाती …

Thousands to Unite in San Diego This Fall for the Global Conference for Israel

As Jewish National Fund-USA marks 125 years, the nation's largest annual gathering of Zionists will look ahead to the next century of impact. SAN DIEGO, CA, UNITED STATES, July 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Thousands of supporters of the …

Cancer Survivor Michell Maxwell Unveils Spiritual Guide to Finding Purpose in Life's Deepest Wounds

"Beauty in the Brokenness" offers a powerful roadmap for transforming grief and adversity into unshakeable faith and personal triumph. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, July 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a world desperate for authentic …

ORDINARY EXCEPTIONALISM BY BOB HOEBEKE OFFERS POWERFUL MODERN PARABLES OF FAITH, PURPOSE, AND EXTRAORDINARY GRACE

Bob Hoebeke’s moving new collection invites readers to discover how God can use ordinary lives for exceptional impact. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, July 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Bob Hoebeke, a builder, entrepreneur, longtime man of faith, and …

Hope Fitzgerald, Spiritual Guide and Author, Shares Her Journey and the Transformational Power of the Infinity Wave®

The Infinity Wave® provides individuals with a practical spiritual tool to quiet the mind, navigate change, and experience greater emotional well-being LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, July 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Some of life's …

Federal Court Finds Lummi Nation Likely to Succeed in Lawsuit over Disturbance of Ancestral Burial Sites

Court Orders Advance Notice Before Any Further Ground-Disturbing Work in Point Roberts BELLINGHAM, WA, UNITED STATES, July 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A federal judge yesterday granted significant preliminary relief to the Lummi Nation in its …

Sunny Glen Children's Home Youth Honored in Washington, D.C., for Writing on Youth Violence

SAN BENITO, TX, UNITED STATES, July 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A youth in the care of Sunny Glen Children's Home was honored in Washington, D.C., this week for a personal essay on the impact of violence, selected from students nationwide …

Rand Group expands Sage partnership into Canada

Expansion brings Sage Intacct expertise, implementation services, and long-term support to Canadian organizations HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, July 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Rand Group, a professional services firm specializing in ERP, CRM, …