Father Francis “Rocky” Hoffman joined NewsNation on Easter Sunday to discuss Pope Leo XIV’s first celebration of Easter as Pontiff. As Fr. Rocky noted, Pope Leo is the first American pope in Church history, yet he is also one of the most internationally formed. Though he hails from Chicago, he spent more than thirty years […]Read more

Tomorrow, we enter into the Holy Triduum. Silent and prayerful reflection on the Passion and Death of Jesus Christ is essential during this time and the Easter season that follows. Thankfully, we have some beautiful, deeply sacred devotions and liturgies unique to these three days to help us do so. As we move into the […]Read more

As the Church enters Holy Week, Pope Leo XIV has directed the attention of the faithful to Christians in the Middle East who are enduring profound suffering amid ongoing conflict. Speaking at the conclusion of Palm Sunday Mass in the Vatican, the Holy Father reminded the Church that the contemplation of Christ’s Passion is not […]Read more

The Vatican has released Pope Leo XIV’s liturgical schedule from April through July 2026, offering a clear view of a pontificate marked by pastoral outreach, sacramental life, and global mission. These months reflect the rhythm of the Church’s life, with ordinations, major solemnities, and international journeys that highlight the Holy Father’s role as shepherd of […]Read more

Archbishop Fulton Sheen’s Beatification Date Set for September 24, 2026 The Church in the United States will mark a significant moment this year with the beatification of Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen, scheduled for September 24 in St. Louis. This long-awaited recognition affirms the enduring impact of a man whose life was dedicated to preaching the […]Read more

Have you been inspired by “The Saints: Adventures of Faith and Courage?” Share that gift that uplifts the whole family  – the next generations of holy men and women – by donating during today’s One-Day Pledge Drive: “Give to Inspire Future Saints!” “Give to Inspire Future Saints!” supports The Merry Beggars, the entertainment division at […]Read more

Pope Leo XIV has advanced the causes of six individuals on the path toward sainthood, offering the faithful new examples of holiness drawn from a wide range of vocations and historical contexts. In a meeting with Cardinal Marcello Semeraro, Prefect of the Dicastery for the Causes of Saints, the Holy Father authorized the promulgation of […]Read more