Holy See

Saint of the week: Pope Gregory III

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Staff Reporter

December 18 to December 24

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The Catholic Herald

There are far more disabled saints than you think

A new book about saints with disabilities is a reminder that everyone has a vocation
Francis Phillips

'The most beautiful joy of Christmas is inner joy of peace,' Pope tells general audience

At his latest general audience, Francis discussed the 'many splendours' of the baby Jesus
Catholic News Service

What Newman really stood for

It cannot be long before Cardinal Newman is not only canonised but becomes a Doctor of the Church – so it’s important we understand his theology
Fr Ian Ker

Catholic of the Year: The cheerful shepherd

Bishop Philip Egan is on an urgent mission to turn his diocese into a powerhouse of evangelisation
The Catholic Herald

The inside story of the St Mary’s revival

When Francis Campbell was appointed vice-chancellor two years ago, the Catholic university was in crisis. Now revenues are up and so are student numbers
Amy-Jo Crowley

For years Pius XII has been smeared. The BBC retraction shows the tide is turning

Major historians such as Sir Martin Gilbert have demolished the myths first perpetrated by the Soviet Union
William Doino Jr

Pope remembers Opus Dei head as 'paternal and generous' witness

Pope Francis has expressed condolences to Opus Dei members following the death of Bishop Javier Echevarria
Catholic News Service

Pope to celebrate birthday with Mass and meetings

Francis will celebrate Mass in the Paoline Chapel of the Apostolic Palace
Associated Press