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Pope Leo Calls for Peace in the Face of More Attacks on Civilian Populations

July 21, 2025July 28, 2025 Articles, News and Culture

On Sunday, July 20th, Pope Leo XIV led the people of Castel Gandolfo in the Angelus, before delivering an address expressing his profound sadness at the Israeli attacks on the Catholic parish of the Holy Family in Gaza. Three people died and countless others were injured. The Pope called once again for peace in the […]

The Vatican and AI

July 21, 2025July 17, 2025 Articles, News and Culture, The Drew Mariani Show

In January, the Vatican released a new document on the Artificial Intelligence. The document, Antiqua et Nova (ancient and new), is a collaboration between the Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith and the Dicastery for Culture and Education. In it, the Vatican calls for AI leaders of all kinds to ensure that artificial intelligence […]

Trump Talks Tough with Russia

July 19, 2025July 17, 2025 Articles, News and Culture, The Drew Mariani Show

The President of the United States has tough words – for Russia. “We are very unhappy, I am, with Russia,” he said on July 14. In the wake of his frustration, President Trump has given Putin an ultimatum – come to a deal to end the war in 50 days, or face 100% tariffs. Losing […]

Unpacking the Recent Supreme Court Term

July 17, 2025July 16, 2025 Articles, News and Culture, The Drew Mariani Show

The most recent Supreme Court (SCTOUS) term contained several cases of interest to Catholics, including Tennessee’s ban on transgender procedures for minors bill, opting out of LGBTQ content in schools, Wisconsin’s Catholic Charities religious exemption, and ID verification for pornography. United States v. Skrmetti In a 6-3 decision written by Chief Justice John Roberts, the […]

From Castel Gandolfo, Pope Leo XIV Addresses “Loving Thy Neighbor”

July 16, 2025 Articles, Catechesis, News and Culture, Relevant In Rome

This past Sunday, Pope Leo XIV delivered his first Angelus and catechesis from Castel Gandolfo, his summer residence nestled among the Alban Hills. The quiet town, celebrated as one of “I Borghi più belli d’Italia” (“the most beautiful villages of Italy”), held a deeper meaning as it played host to the Holy Father’s latest reflections […]

The Feast of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel

July 16, 2025July 14, 2025 Articles, Faith and Spirituality, News and Culture

There is a holy place in Israel that rises almost 1,800 feet above sea level. It’s called Mount Carmel, a Hebrew name that means “God’s Garden.” It was there that the Prophet Elijah confronted 450 prophets of the false god Baal; he convincingly demonstrated that there is no God except the True God (see 1 […]

The Saints Biggest Announcement Yet!

July 14, 2025July 14, 2025 Articles, Entertainment, News and Culture

Missed your favorite saint story of The Saints podcast from The Merry Beggars at Relevant Radio? Now it’s easier than ever to search it, find it, and share it! Our 4-time award-winning audio adventure series is now fully organized. Over 60 saints and 300 episodes are available in a new and improved online interface that enables you […]

Pope Leo XIV Meets President Zelenskyy to Discuss War, Peace, and the Future of Ukraine

July 10, 2025 Articles, News and Culture

On July 9, 2025, Pope Leo XIV received Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in a private audience at the papal residence in Castel Gandolfo. The meeting marked a significant moment in the Holy See’s ongoing efforts to promote peace and humanitarian support amid the ongoing war in Ukraine. According to the official communiqué from the Holy […]

Pope Leo XIV Honors Cardinal Raymond Leo Burke on His Golden Jubilee

July 10, 2025 Articles, News and Culture

In a gesture of warm appreciation and spiritual solidarity, Pope Leo XIV sent a formal letter of congratulations to Cardinal Raymond Leo Burke on the 50th anniversary of his priestly ordination. The message, dated June 17, 2025, and issued from the Vatican during the Holy Year, commended Cardinal Burke for his decades of faithful service […]

The Merry Beggars Win Another Two National Media Awards for ‘The Saints’ Series

July 9, 2025July 9, 2025 Articles, Family and Kids, News and Culture

Last week in Phoenix, Arizona, The Merry Beggars was honored to receive two prestigious Gabriel Awards at the Catholic Media Association’s annual ceremony—winning Best Podcast for The Saints: Adventures of Faith and Courage and Best Series for Josephine Bakhita. These national media awards, considered among the most distinguished in Catholic broadcasting, recognize “outstanding artistic achievement […]

A Shepherd’s Words After the Texas Tragedy

July 9, 2025July 9, 2025 Articles, Faith and Spirituality, Morning Air, News and Culture

On Morning Air, John Morales spoke with Archbishop Gustavo García-Siller in the wake of the catastrophic flash floods that swept through Kerrville, Texas, over the Fourth of July weekend. The floods claimed the lives of more than 100 people, including children and staff from Camp Mystic. Pope Leo XIV offered his condolences and prayers for […]

The Need for Strong Marriages

July 8, 2025July 3, 2025 Articles, News and Culture, The Drew Mariani Show

The marriage rate in the United States has declined significantly over the past 50 years. According to the National Center for Family & Marriage Research, the marriage rate has dropped from 76.5 women married per one thousand unmarried women, down to 31.3 in 2010. Since 2010, though, the marriage rate has remained relatively stable. Coinciding […]

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