Leo XIV-appointed Missio President doubles down: Women called to priesthood. Pope Leo XIV appointed Irish Sister Mary Teresa Barron on October 8, as president of the Pontifical Mission Societies (Missio) and adjunct secretary of the Vatican's Dicastery for Evangelization. On October 19, she told EWTNNews.com: “Who am I to say whether the door is open or closed to women priests?” “Women today may hear the call to priesthood,” she said. “So for me, itʼs how do we within Church facilitate that discernment?” Sister Barron wants the Church to accompany women who feel "called to the priesthood", “What do we do as a Church to accompany that discernment to see if, yes, this is what the Spirit is calling the entire Church to or not at this point?” she asked. Barron cited the October 2024 Synod on Synodality's final document: “What comes from the Holy Spirit cannot be stopped.” “So I think even though … there have been moments where we’ve been told we canʼt talk about this at all, itʼs over … it …More
Napa Institute co-founder Tim Busch and his wife Steph have, since late 2023, hosted more than 15 “salon dinners” in their Manhattan apartment overlooking the Freedom Tower and in Orange County with Fr. James Martin, SJ, as their special guest. Each gathering of 12 to 14 guests begins with Mass in the apartment chapel, continues with the Rosary before a Marian shrine, and ends with a Mediterranean dinner prepared by a French chef and served with Busch’s Trinitas Cellars wine, including a Cabernet named “Francis” after Pope Francis. Fr. James Martin himself suggested the format in which each person shares a favorite Bible verse and a personal story of faith. Busch has said the goal is not debate but friendship; the evenings have been “very touching,” sometimes bringing tears. Martin has publicly called the model a way “to bridge divides and build greater unity” and has helped invite progressive guests, including America Magazine staff.
A Spanish bishop appointed by Pope Leo XIV told a gathering of so-called “LGBT Christians” in Chipiona, Spain, “You have much to offer the Church,” adding, “at the same time, you can be enriched within it.”
Leo XIV-appointed Spanish Bishop José Antonio Satué sent a supportive message to the 15th gathering of homosexual Christians in Chipiona, Spain, on October 9–11: “You have much to contribute to the Church.” Leo XIV appointed Satué Bishop of Málaga in June 2025 despite his public record as homosexualist. Satué described homosex "blessings" as “a step forward”. The homosex gathering, organized by PADIS Canarias (Pastoral para la Diversidad Sexual en Canarias), attracted just over 100 participants. Monsignor Satué wrote them that everyone deserves to be heard, welcomed, and treated with dignity. He claimed that homosexuals suffered within the Church and urged that it not be trivialized. At the meeting, participants agreed to establish a nationwide network of homosexual Christian groups, extending into Portugal. They also intend to prepare a document outlining their proposals for bishops, possibly by the end of 2026. They called for pastoral ministry developed “with” homosexuals rather than …More
Sídney llenará sus calles tras el Santísimo en centenario de la fiesta de Cristo Rey La procesión eucarística anual “Caminar con Cristo”, de la Archidiócesis de Sídney, este año cambia de fecha para celebrarse el domingo 22 de noviembre, solemnidad de Nuestro Señor Jesucristo, Rey del Universo. hmtv
When Fr Bijoy Joseph was growing up, Eucharistic processions simply weren’t part of parish life. “It was something that wasn’t exactly in fashion in our parishes,” he said. That changed when he entered the seminary and served at Walk with Christ, the Archdiocese of Sydney’s annual Eucharistic procession through the city. Now appointed the Director of Liturgy for the International Eucharistic Congress, Fr Bijoy now walks close to the Blessed Sacrament and sees the crowd from the front. “You’re seeing this immense mass of people walking behind our Lord and trying to walk with him,” he said. “It’s quite a moving experience. Quite a witness to the faith in our public sphere.” One image stays with him: “the wave coming towards you of Catholics, singing hymns, praying the rosary,” he said. “It’s magnificent, and they fill the streets in witness to Christ.” This year that wave moves to a new day. Walk with Christ will be held on Sunday 22 November, the Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King …More
A US federal investigation has exposed discriminatory banking practices involving nine major American banks, affecting pro-life and Christian groups. The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) published on October 14 a report how banks denied services to customers over their religious and political beliefs. - JPMorgan Chase’s WePay closed a Christian nonprofit’s account after it was labelled an “extremist hate group.” It also shut down an account used to fund a Christian legal challenge. - PNC refused a company a line of credit partly because one of its owners supported conservative Christian groups. - Wells Fargo pressured a payment provider to stop serving a religious nonprofit over its opposition to same-sex marriage. The investigation examined nearly 100,000 complaints and approximately 50,000 documents.
October 20: Christianity as Revelation (2026) Benedictus Moments is a series of 365 short daily meditations from the writings of Pope Benedict XVI. Each day’s reflection comes alive as actor Leonardo Defilippis reads the words of Pope Benedict, rendering these theological gems amazingly accessible. Pope Benedict’s profound insights lead to an ever-deepening discovery of the beauty and richness of our Christian faith that will stir your heart and gladden your soul. Listen each day and be inspired! "The Benedictus refers to the advent of the incarnate God in our midst. Christ's eucharistic coming makes a present occurrence out of a promise, and brings the future into the here and now." —Pope Benedict XVI From the book Benedictus: Day by Day with Pope Benedict XVI published by Ignatius Press.
"Benedictus Moments“ - am 20. Oktober "Benedictus Moments“ ist eine Reihe von 365 kurzen, täglichen Meditationen aus den Schriften von Papst Benedikt XVI. Die tägliche Betrachtung wird lebendig, wenn der Schauspieler Leonardo Defilippis die Worte des Papstes rezitiert und diese theologischen Juwelen so auf erstaunliche Weise zugänglich macht. Die tiefgründigen Einsichten des Papstes führen zu einer immer tieferen Entdeckung der Schönheit und des Reichtums unseres christlichen Glaubens, die Ihr Herz berühren und Ihre Seele erfreuen wird. Hören Sie jeden Tag zu und lassen Sie sich inspirieren! „Das Benedictus bezieht sich auf das Kommen des menschgewordenen Gottes in unsere Mitte. Christi eucharistisches Kommen macht aus einem Versprechen ein gegenwärtiges Geschehen und bringt die Zukunft ins Hier und Jetzt.“ – Papst Benedikt XVI. Aus dem Buch „Benedictus: Tag für Tag mit Papst Benedikt XVI.“, erschienen im Ignatius Verlag.
The controversial footnote in Amoris Laetitia is like an “atomic bomb” planted beneath Church teaching, according to Catholic philosopher Josef Seifert - an assessment endorsed by Paweł Lisicki, editor-in-chief of Poland’s Do Rzeczy, on PCh24TV on October 19. Discussing the document’s 10th anniversary conference in Rome, Lisicki argued that its approach to individual conscience leaves virtually no moral boundaries. “The Church is following the world,” Lisick warned, asking sarcastically: “If the world is moving toward accepting the idea that the family is, in effect, a human herd, why shouldn’t the Church follow?” Lisicki cautioned that polygamy is not currently being introduced into the Church, but warned that radical proposals can begin as isolated voices, gradually become accepted opinions and eventually be imposed on others.
Paweł Lisicki, redaktor naczelny tygodnika „Do Rzeczy”. Program: „Ja, Katolik Extra”, PCh24TV Data publikacji: 19 października 2026 r. "Niedługo Kościół, jak rozumiem, idąc krok po kroku — bo to jest krok po kroku — Kościół podąża za światem. Tak? Jeśli świat podąża w stronę przyjęcia zasady, że rodzina jest de facto stadem ludzkim, no bo do tego to się sprowadza, no to w zasadzie dlaczego Kościół ma też w tę stronę nie podążyć? Tym bardziej, że jest taki kontekst kulturowy, jest takie oczekiwanie i wszyscy chcą, żeby tak było. To więc w czym jest problem? No więc to jest oczywiście na razie jeszcze jeden głos, więc nie sądzę, szczerze mówiąc, żebyśmy byli teraz na etapie wprowadzenia poligamii w Kościele, ale tak było też wcześniej. Zaczynało się od pojedynczych głosów, a później te głosy stawały się już pewnego rodzaju uzasadnioną opinią, a po pewnym czasie wręcz była próba narzucenia tej opinii wszystkim innym."
Global Rosary for Peace: Fr. Charlie on Holy Cross Family Ministries & St. John Paul II Feast Day "In times of violent conflict and societal division, our Lady’s Rosary remains heaven's most powerful instrument for peace." Father Charlie of Holy Cross Family Ministries joins CatholicTV to announce the Global Rosary for Peace. How can ordinary families, students, and parishes counteract global violence and modern cultural division? Father Charlie joins This Is the Day to preview the worldwide Global Rosary for Peace, an international prayer event taking place on the Feast of Saint John Paul II (October 22). Reflecting on historical turning points—from Our Lady of Guadalupe uniting divided cultures to Our Lady of Fatima calling for daily Rosaries amid World War I—Fr. Charlie explains why invoking Mary’s intercession is the most effective antidote to war, polarized communities, and spiritual isolation. He details why St. John Paul II is the natural patron for this gathering: a shepherd who …More
Leo XIV accepted black cross in France. On September 25, Pope Leo XIV received a black cross by French contemporary artist Lydie Arickx during his visit to President Emmanuel Macron at the Élysée Palace in Paris. The cross is made from magnetic ferrite. Arickx is known for her expressionist sculptures exploring the body, nature, life and death.
Regardez ce que le président français Emmanuel Macron a offert au pape Léon XIV.
Women are unnamed disciples of Christ. Women who knew Jesus were present at the baptism, feeding the five thousand, the Last Supper, and Pentecost, etc. They had to have been there witnessing beside men because of His open and inclusive teachings. Women proved their fearless commitment to Christ at the foot of the cross, at the tomb, and afterwards in service to the community as wise women apostles and disciples. Paul’s letters in particular yield strong historical evidence that the leadership roles of women were plentiful in the infant church. The artwork in the ancient catacombs appears to indicate that women took an active part in leadership in the early Church and also in the celebration of the Eucharist. The Women who knew Jesus - San Miguel Icons
Father Ripperger is no longer allowed to appear in public. Denver Archbishop James Golka ordered celebrity priest Fr. Chad Ripperger, 61, to cease all public ministry for one year, until September 2027, reports LifeSiteNews.com. The command covers public appearances, online homilies, and writings. Talks already scheduled have been cancelled. Fr. Ripperger was ordained in 1997 for the Priestly Fraternity of St. Peter (FSSP). He left the FSSP in 2012, began working as an exorcist, and built a following - his own priestly community (the Doloran Fathers). The community was received into the Archdiocese of Denver under the conservative Archbishop Samuel Aquila. Leo XIV retired Monsignor Aquila in February and appointed Archbishop Golka as successor. Fr. Ripperger, small in statue, is a learned and serious priest. His strong focus on the demonic can become sensationalist and egocentric. He lends undue certainty to speculative claims. His recent media appearances have included conversations …More
The question needs to be asked - how does such 'silencing' help the Church? The Church hierarchy has left the example of St. Peter and embraced The Peter Principal.
Leo XIV held a telephone conversation with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky today, three days after speaking with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Pope Leo XIV reiterated his appeal for a humanitarian truce to allow food and medical supplies to reach civilians in the Russian-occupied town of Oleshky, in Ukraine's Kherson region. According to UN estimates, around 1,700 people, including 47 children, remain trapped in Oleshky. During his October 16 conversation with Putin, held from Rome's Gemelli Hospital while recovering from surgery, Leo XIV requested a humanitarian ceasefire. The Kremlin expressed willingness to cooperate with Vatican humanitarian efforts but made no ceasefire commitment. #newsJslefgfyqn
S.D. Wright: ‘ZERO MARKS’ – Why the Conciliar/Synodal Church is not the Catholic Church A Summary Full Series: ‘Radically insufficient’ – Reply to Fr Crean on the Church’s visibility ‘Zero Marks’ – Why the Conciliar/Synodal Church is not the Catholic Church ‘Spotless and Unsullied’ – Indefectibility and the Extended Vacancy Introduction “All this leads a great number of people to ask themselves if the Church of today is really the same as that of yesterday, or if they have changed it for something else without telling people.” Cardinal Ratzinger, 13 July 1988 Cardinal Joseph Ratzinger – later Benedict XVI — posed this question in the aftermath of Archbishop Marcel Lefebvre’s 1988 episcopal consecrations for the Society of St Pius X. In this conference, delivered to the bishops of Chile, Ratzinger argued that what Lefebvre had called the “Conciliar Church” was indeed the same Catholic Church which had preceded Vatican II. In fact, the term “Conciliar Church” was Paul VI himself, and he …More
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