Archbishop José Ángel Saiz Meneses of Seville urged unity among Catholics upset over the recent restoration of a 17th-century statue of the Virgin Mary known as the Virgin of La Macarena, or Our Lady of Hope of Macarena.| Catholic Review
The Jubilee Year -- proclaimed by Pope Francis under the theme "Pilgrims of Hope" -- officially opened Dec. 24, 2024, and will continue through Jan. 6, 2026. Rome remains its ceremonial heart, but Malta offers something distinct: a pilgrimage experience rooted in local tradition and marked by contemplative encounters.| Catholic Review
With a deep-rooted faith and a passion for connecting people to these holy sites, Peter Bahou's journey from a student with a love for adventure to the driving force behind a unique travel experience is one of inspiration.| Catholic Review
Walking through the serene green spaces of the National Shrine of Our Lady of Martyrs in Auriesville, N.Y., it is hard to imagine the scene that greeted St. Isaac Jogues and St. René Goupil at the same site in 1642.| Catholic Review
The liturgical music tradition of polyphony with its blend of melodies and harmonies should lift people's spirits as it subtly transmits a message about diversity and unity, Pope Leo XIV said.| Catholic Review