Martyrs? Bacchanalia? Chaucer? Delving into the murky origins of Valentine's Day
According to one legend, Pope Gelasius wanted to put an end to the debauchery in the late fifth century. He declared Feb. 14 as the feast day of a St. Valentine, who had been martyred about 200 years ...
Catholic News Agency3h
Eucharistic procession a ‘breakthrough’ in Ireland
A recent Eucharistic procession in Derry, Ireland, highlighted an inspiring revival of Catholic faith in a city synonymous with some dark days in Ireland’s troubled history.
Catholic Star Herald18h
Pope adds feast day of St. Teresa of Kolkata to universal calendar
VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Pope Francis has added the feast day of St. Teresa of Kolkata, a “beacon of hope” and an example of ...
America Magazine19h
Pope Francis adds feast day of Mother Teresa to universal calendar
VATICAN CITY (CNS) -- Pope Francis has added the feast day of St. Teresa of Kolkata, a “beacon of hope” and an example of ...