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  • [ May 8, 2026 ] Catholic organizations call on Congress to protect food aid, nutrition programs News Briefs
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This is Pope Leo XIV’s prayer intention for the month of March

March 5, 2026 Francesca Pollio Fenton 1

In a video released on X, the Holy Father posed a question to the faithful: “Would you imagine what a world without wars would be like? A world without the terror of approaching explosions?” […]

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Meet the artist behind the 47 paintings supporting Sister Thea Bowman’s cause for canonization

March 4, 2026 Francesca Pollio Fenton 0

Brother Mickey McGrath, OSFS, has 47 paintings inspired by Servant of God Sister Thea Bowman that have been packaged into boxes and sent to Rome for review to advance her cause for canonization. […]

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Ahead of U.S. premiere, EWTN Studios launches behind-the-scenes series of Bernadette musical

February 17, 2026 Francesca Pollio Fenton 0

The behind-the-scenes series can be seen on EWTN+, EWTN.com, EWTN’s YouTube Channel, and on EWTN’s broadcast channel. […]

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Lent 2026: 5 programs to help you grow in your faith

February 17, 2026 Francesca Pollio Fenton 0

Lent begins on Ash Wednesday, Feb. 18, beginning a season of prayer, fasting, and almsgiving in the Catholic Church. […]

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New film brings to life the Book of Revelation

February 14, 2026 Francesca Pollio Fenton 0

Written, created, and directed by Simón Delacre, “The Apocalypse of St. John” will air in theaters across the United States Feb. 15–17. […]

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Season 3 of EWTN hit series ‘James the Less’ to be released Feb. 14

February 13, 2026 Francesca Pollio Fenton 0

The first season introduced viewers to James Little, a student fresh out of college desperate for a job. […]

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Notre Dame, Villanova finalizing plans to open college basketball season in Rome

February 12, 2026 Francesca Pollio Fenton 0

Pope Leo XIV is a 1977 alumnus of Villanova University and an avid sports fan. […]

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EWTN+ docuseries ‘Seeking Beauty’ aims to point viewers to the divine through beauty

February 10, 2026 Francesca Pollio Fenton 0

The first season of “Seeking Beauty” takes viewers to cities in Italy including Milan, Rome, Florence, Venice, and Vatican City. […]

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‘Hoodies from Heaven’ brings warmth to children in need

February 7, 2026 Francesca Pollio Fenton 0

Amid the freezing temperatures hitting many parts of the U.S., one Knights of Columbus council is providing warmth to children in need through an initiative called “Hoodies from Heaven.” […]

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New EWTN+ podcast ‘Catholics & Cappuccinos’ aims to show joy of being Catholic

February 5, 2026 Francesca Pollio Fenton 0

Catholic actress and podcast host Siobhan Fallon Hogan hopes “Catholics & Cappuccinos” will remind listeners that “being a Catholic can mean great joy.” […]

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