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Pope Leo XIV’s first year: 10 powerful moments

May 8, 2026 Francesca Pollio Fenton 1

On May 8, 2025, the world was introduced to Cardinal Robert Prevost — now Pope Leo XIV. One year later, we look at some of the most significant events and powerful moments of his first year as pope. […]

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Street in Brooklyn Heights renamed to honor Servant of God Dorothy Day

May 6, 2026 Francesca Pollio Fenton 2

The intersection of Pineapple and Henry streets in Brooklyn Heights was renamed “Dorothy Day Way” on May 2. […]

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Race car driver’s gift fuels mobile ministry in Ohio diocese

May 3, 2026 Francesca Pollio Fenton 0

A cargo van donated by a drag racing and stock car driver has become a mobile outreach ministry reaching Ohio communities in need. […]

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This is Pope Leo’s prayer intention for the month of May

May 1, 2026 Francesca Pollio Fenton 1

Pope Leo XIV’s prayer intention for the month of May is that everyone might have food. […]

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Hawaii declares April 27 ‘Brother Joseph Dutton Day’

April 28, 2026 Francesca Pollio Fenton 1

Servant of God Joseph Dutton was a companion of St. Damien of Molokai and a layman who lived among and served those suffering with leprosy. […]

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Official roster of events for Fulton Sheen beatification announced

April 27, 2026 Francesca Pollio Fenton 0

Archbishop Fulton Sheen will be beatified in St. Louis on Sept. 24. […]

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7 powerful moments from Pope Leo XIV’s trip to Africa

April 25, 2026 Francesca Pollio Fenton 1

Pope Leo XIV spent 11 days in Africa from April 13–23 and visited Algeria, Cameroon, Angola, and Equatorial Guinea. […]

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New film depicts the powerful role St. Joseph can play in marriages, families

April 22, 2026 Francesca Pollio Fenton 0

“Saint Joseph: Guardian of the Family” will be released in theaters across the United States on April 23. […]

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Remembering Pope Francis: 9 moments that defined his legacy

April 21, 2026 Francesca Pollio Fenton 4

On the first anniversary of Pope Francis’ death, we remember the late pontiff and some of the most significant moments of his papacy. […]

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10 powerful quotes from Mother Angelica about faith and the love of Jesus

April 20, 2026 Francesca Pollio Fenton 0

Born on April 20, 1923, Mother Angelica would be turning 103 years old this year. There is nothing she liked better than to share about faith in Jesus Christ. […]

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