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Every October 22nd, the Church celebrates the feast of Saint John Paul II, the pilgrim Pope. He traveled the world bringing the Gospel to all corners of the earth: 104 trips, 129 countries, millions of miles. And his final journey took him to France. He returned to Lourdes—a place that held a special piece of his heart, the shrine of the Virgin Mary, to whom he had entrusted his entire life: Totus Tuus, “Totally Yours.” Lourdes, in August 2004, was his final destination. Months later, he would depart for the Father’s house. There, with his strength fading, he gave the world his greatest lesson. He preached not with a speech, but with his frailty. The world saw him pray with all his heart, in tears, unafraid to show his weakness before cameras from across the globe. This giant sustained the Church and the world until his dying breath. Saint John Paul II, pray for us.

Every October 22nd, the Church celebrates the feast of Saint John Paul II, the pilgrim Pope. He traveled the world bringing the Gospel to all corners of the earth: 104 trips, 129 countries, millions of miles. And his final journey took him to France. He returned to Lourdes—a place that held a special piece of his heart, the shrine of the Virgin Mary, to whom he had entrusted his entire life: Totus Tuus, “Totally Yours.” Lourdes, in August 2004, was his final destination. Months later, he would depart for the Father’s house. There, with his strength fading, he gave the world his greatest lesson. He preached not with a speech, but with his frailty. The world saw him pray with all his heart, in tears, unafraid to show his weakness before cameras from across the globe. This giant sustained the Church and the world until his dying breath. Saint John Paul II, pray for us.

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Pope John Paul II died 19 years ago. This was the last time he appeared in St. Peter's Square. Pray for us, Saint John Paul II the Great!

Pope John Paul II died 19 years ago. This was the last time he appeared in St. Peter's Square. Pray for us, Saint John Paul II the Great!

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A video of a Catholic priest breaking down in tears and struggling to raise the chalice above his head while saying the consecration prayers during Mass spread across social media this week, prompting the priest to issue a statement through his diocese. “Take this all of you and drink from it: For this is the chalice…” Father Brent Bowman prayed at the altar, followed by a six-second pause while celebrating Mass for the feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross at St. Gabriel the Archangel Catholic Church in Hopkins, Minnesota, on Sept. 14. He continued the consecration prayer through tears and then sobbed for nearly one minute at the altar, struggling to raise the chalice. He continued to cry as he raised the chalice and was weeping as he knelt before the blood of Christ after the consecration. Bowman’s emotional response to the consecration was captured on video because the parish livestreams its daily Masses on YouTube and it spread across social media platforms, with many viewers wondering what prompted the reaction. In his statement, he explained that he did not witness what the Church considers a “Eucharistic miracle,” such as when the accidents of the bread and wine apparently change in some way along with the substance. Rather, he said, “I had a private spiritual experience” during the Mass. “During the consecration prayer over the wine at the altar, as I spoke the words, I was given what I believe to be internal knowledge of the power of these words being spoken and the reality of their effect to the point that I had difficulty speaking,” Bowman said in his statement. “With each word, I became more physically overwhelmed as seen in the video,” he said. “At the same time, I was given sensory knowledge of the weight of God’s power coming down upon the altar, and I felt the heaviness of Jesus’s substantial presence in the chalice in my hands.” “The chalice became too heavy to hold as I felt it pulled down to rest upon the altar,” Bowman said. “I felt my hands fixed to the chalice of the Precious Blood, and I could not physically move it. Attempting to elevate the Precious Blood, which I was not able to do for a period of time, I believe I was given grace to understand more deeply the bittersweetness of Our Lord’s Passion and how much blood Christ shed for the immense weight of all our sins.” “I believe I experienced this weight in the chalice,” he said. “This spiritual experience emotionally and physically overwhelmed me as evident in the Mass recording.” Bowman noted that spiritual experiences are “completely unmerited gifts and signs of God’s abundant love for all his people” but “not necessarily signs of any person’s holiness.” “I pray this brief testimony moves all our hearts to contemplate more deeply the mysteries of the Real Presence of Jesus Christ in the Eucharist and the Precious Blood,” he said. Although Bowman did not experience a “Eucharistic miracle” in the sense of the bread or the wine altering its appearance, God does perform a miracle at every Mass during consecration, known as transubstantiation. When the priest consecrates the Eucharist, the “substance” of bread and wine does not remain, but instead the bread and wine are transubstantiated into the true body, blood, soul, and divinity of Jesus Christ even though it maintains the physical appearance and chemical structure of bread and wine. “The presence of Christʼs true body and blood in this sacrament cannot be detected by sense, nor understanding, but by faith alone, which rests upon Divine authority,” St. Thomas Aquinas wrote in the “Summa Theologica.” More:

A video of a Catholic priest breaking down in tears and struggling to raise the chalice above his head while saying the consecration prayers during Mass spread across social media this week, prompting the priest to issue a statement through his diocese. “Take this all of you and drink from it: For this is the chalice…” Father Brent Bowman prayed at the altar, followed by a six-second pause while celebrating Mass for the feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross at St. Gabriel the Archangel Catholic Church in Hopkins, Minnesota, on Sept. 14. He continued the consecration prayer through tears and then sobbed for nearly one minute at the altar, struggling to raise the chalice. He continued to cry as he raised the chalice and was weeping as he knelt before the blood of Christ after the consecration. Bowman’s emotional response to the consecration was captured on video because the parish livestreams its daily Masses on YouTube and it spread across social media platforms, with many viewers wondering what prompted the reaction. In his statement, he explained that he did not witness what the Church considers a “Eucharistic miracle,” such as when the accidents of the bread and wine apparently change in some way along with the substance. Rather, he said, “I had a private spiritual experience” during the Mass. “During the consecration prayer over the wine at the altar, as I spoke the words, I was given what I believe to be internal knowledge of the power of these words being spoken and the reality of their effect to the point that I had difficulty speaking,” Bowman said in his statement. “With each word, I became more physically overwhelmed as seen in the video,” he said. “At the same time, I was given sensory knowledge of the weight of God’s power coming down upon the altar, and I felt the heaviness of Jesus’s substantial presence in the chalice in my hands.” “The chalice became too heavy to hold as I felt it pulled down to rest upon the altar,” Bowman said. “I felt my hands fixed to the chalice of the Precious Blood, and I could not physically move it. Attempting to elevate the Precious Blood, which I was not able to do for a period of time, I believe I was given grace to understand more deeply the bittersweetness of Our Lord’s Passion and how much blood Christ shed for the immense weight of all our sins.” “I believe I experienced this weight in the chalice,” he said. “This spiritual experience emotionally and physically overwhelmed me as evident in the Mass recording.” Bowman noted that spiritual experiences are “completely unmerited gifts and signs of God’s abundant love for all his people” but “not necessarily signs of any person’s holiness.” “I pray this brief testimony moves all our hearts to contemplate more deeply the mysteries of the Real Presence of Jesus Christ in the Eucharist and the Precious Blood,” he said. Although Bowman did not experience a “Eucharistic miracle” in the sense of the bread or the wine altering its appearance, God does perform a miracle at every Mass during consecration, known as transubstantiation. When the priest consecrates the Eucharist, the “substance” of bread and wine does not remain, but instead the bread and wine are transubstantiated into the true body, blood, soul, and divinity of Jesus Christ even though it maintains the physical appearance and chemical structure of bread and wine. “The presence of Christʼs true body and blood in this sacrament cannot be detected by sense, nor understanding, but by faith alone, which rests upon Divine authority,” St. Thomas Aquinas wrote in the “Summa Theologica.” More:

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More than 700,000 people have gathered across Place de la Concorde and the Champs-Élysées for Pope Leo’s open-air Mass in Paris. France—the “eldest daughter of the Church”—has shown its Catholic roots throughout this historic visit.

More than 700,000 people have gathered across Place de la Concorde and the Champs-Élysées for Pope Leo’s open-air Mass in Paris. France—the “eldest daughter of the Church”—has shown its Catholic roots throughout this historic visit.

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Pope Leo’s run‑in with a rogue fly during his trip to Equatorial Guinea was an unexpected comedy break — a light reminder that the man who leads the Catholic Church is still just human and wonderfully, hilariously relatable.

Pope Leo’s run‑in with a rogue fly during his trip to Equatorial Guinea was an unexpected comedy break — a light reminder that the man who leads the Catholic Church is still just human and wonderfully, hilariously relatable.

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A visibly moved Pope Leo, who calls himself “a son of Saint Augustine,” prayed among the ruins of Hippo in Annaba, Algeria, where the great Doctor of the Church served as bishop and shepherd for more than 30 years until his death. This may be one of the pope’s most personal moments in Africa, a quiet encounter with the roots of his own spiritual father.

A visibly moved Pope Leo, who calls himself “a son of Saint Augustine,” prayed among the ruins of Hippo in Annaba, Algeria, where the great Doctor of the Church served as bishop and shepherd for more than 30 years until his death. This may be one of the pope’s most personal moments in Africa, a quiet encounter with the roots of his own spiritual father.

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Pope Leo XIV blessed so many babies on his way to celebrate Mass in Lourdes—but this little girl completely stole the moment. She held on to the Popemobile until the Pope noticed her… and she got the papal blessing her parents had been hoping for.

Pope Leo XIV blessed so many babies on his way to celebrate Mass in Lourdes—but this little girl completely stole the moment. She held on to the Popemobile until the Pope noticed her… and she got the papal blessing her parents had been hoping for.

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Six boys with Down syndrome experienced a historic moment during Pope Leo’s visit to France. It all began in June, during an audience marking the centenary of Jérôme Lejeune. One of the boys gave the Pope a letter with a very special wish: to serve as an altar boy at the Mass he would celebrate in Paris. In August, the answer arrived: yes. They were among the 400 altar servers chosen to accompany the Holy Father at the Mass held at Place de la Concorde, representing the Jérôme Lejeune Foundation and its work in support of the dignity of every person. Their presence was a beautiful reminder of the unique dignity of people with Down syndrome and of every human life, especially the most vulnerable. Video: Jérôme Lejeune Foundation

Six boys with Down syndrome experienced a historic moment during Pope Leo’s visit to France. It all began in June, during an audience marking the centenary of Jérôme Lejeune. One of the boys gave the Pope a letter with a very special wish: to serve as an altar boy at the Mass he would celebrate in Paris. In August, the answer arrived: yes. They were among the 400 altar servers chosen to accompany the Holy Father at the Mass held at Place de la Concorde, representing the Jérôme Lejeune Foundation and its work in support of the dignity of every person. Their presence was a beautiful reminder of the unique dignity of people with Down syndrome and of every human life, especially the most vulnerable. Video: Jérôme Lejeune Foundation

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Every life counts—and Pope Leo knows it. On his way to celebrate Mass at Place de la Concorde, Pope Leo blessed dozens of children. But this little girl’s moment touched everyone. No words. Just so much love.

Every life counts—and Pope Leo knows it. On his way to celebrate Mass at Place de la Concorde, Pope Leo blessed dozens of children. But this little girl’s moment touched everyone. No words. Just so much love.

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Join us in praying for Pope Francis' swift recovery and his intentions. The Franciscan Missionaries of the Eternal Word Franciscan Missionaries of the Eternal Word, the community of friars founded in 1987 by Mother Angelica, offered this prayer for Pope Francis: Heavenly Father, We thank you for the loving service of Pope Francis and the hope he has inspired in so many in your great mercy. Have mercy on him in his illness now, we pray, and guide the medical staff in his care. Grant him peace and healing. Through Christ our Lord. Amen

Join us in praying for Pope Francis' swift recovery and his intentions. The Franciscan Missionaries of the Eternal Word Franciscan Missionaries of the Eternal Word, the community of friars founded in 1987 by Mother Angelica, offered this prayer for Pope Francis: Heavenly Father, We thank you for the loving service of Pope Francis and the hope he has inspired in so many in your great mercy. Have mercy on him in his illness now, we pray, and guide the medical staff in his care. Grant him peace and healing. Through Christ our Lord. Amen

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In an emotional moment, Pope Leo XIV breaks protocol to share an embrace with his older brother Louis after his inaugural Mass. Right after seeing Vice President JD Vance and U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, the pontiff saw his brother among the delegations in attendance.

In an emotional moment, Pope Leo XIV breaks protocol to share an embrace with his older brother Louis after his inaugural Mass. Right after seeing Vice President JD Vance and U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, the pontiff saw his brother among the delegations in attendance.

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21 years ago today, our beloved Pope St. John Paul II entered into eternal life. On March 30, 2005, he made his final public appearance at the window of St. Peter’s, uniting his suffering to Christ as he prepared to go to the Father.

21 years ago today, our beloved Pope St. John Paul II entered into eternal life. On March 30, 2005, he made his final public appearance at the window of St. Peter’s, uniting his suffering to Christ as he prepared to go to the Father.

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What a kickoff for the 2024 National Eucharistic Congress! Jesus just arrived at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. Over 50,000 people are expected to attend this historic event. #eucharisticcongress #eucharisticrevival

What a kickoff for the 2024 National Eucharistic Congress! Jesus just arrived at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. Over 50,000 people are expected to attend this historic event. #eucharisticcongress #eucharisticrevival

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Pope Leo XIV gives a shout out to pilgrims from New Jersey, the Catholic Music Awards group and the EWTN Global Catholic Network Summer Academy! Thank you Holy Father!

Pope Leo XIV gives a shout out to pilgrims from New Jersey, the Catholic Music Awards group and the EWTN Global Catholic Network Summer Academy! Thank you Holy Father!

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Cardinal Robert Prevost entered the conclave as a cardinal and left as Pope Leo XIV - the 267th pope of the Catholic Church and the first Pope in history from the United States of America. #Conclave2025

Cardinal Robert Prevost entered the conclave as a cardinal and left as Pope Leo XIV - the 267th pope of the Catholic Church and the first Pope in history from the United States of America. #Conclave2025

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Immediately following Mass, Pope Leo XIV got visibly emotional after being met with cheers and a long ovation for his presence among the faithful. Moments earlier, he had delivered his powerful call to the youth of the Church: “Dear young people, today Europe and the whole world are looking to you to be new saints.” That was Pope Leo's charge to thousands gathered at the Portiuncula in Assisi. Celebrating Mass for 2,500 participants of the GO! Franciscan Youth Meeting, the Holy Father urged young people to follow the example of St. Francis and St. Clare, who embraced the Gospel sine glossa—"we could say, in its simplicity"—letting Christ completely reshape their lives.

Immediately following Mass, Pope Leo XIV got visibly emotional after being met with cheers and a long ovation for his presence among the faithful. Moments earlier, he had delivered his powerful call to the youth of the Church: “Dear young people, today Europe and the whole world are looking to you to be new saints.” That was Pope Leo's charge to thousands gathered at the Portiuncula in Assisi. Celebrating Mass for 2,500 participants of the GO! Franciscan Youth Meeting, the Holy Father urged young people to follow the example of St. Francis and St. Clare, who embraced the Gospel sine glossa—"we could say, in its simplicity"—letting Christ completely reshape their lives.

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Pope Leo XIV told EWTN News he “cannot comment” on Jimmy Lai, the Catholic founder and publisher of the outspoken pro-democracy tabloid Apple Daily, who was sentenced Feb. 9 on charges Chinese authorities say violate national security laws. The pope instead urged for peace, telling reporters: “Let’s pray for less hatred and more peace, and work for authentic dialogue.”

Pope Leo XIV told EWTN News he “cannot comment” on Jimmy Lai, the Catholic founder and publisher of the outspoken pro-democracy tabloid Apple Daily, who was sentenced Feb. 9 on charges Chinese authorities say violate national security laws. The pope instead urged for peace, telling reporters: “Let’s pray for less hatred and more peace, and work for authentic dialogue.”

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A very good boy may have just earned his place in the church choir. During Mass at The Grotto’s annual Blessing of the Animals on Sept. 20, one husky couldn’t resist joining in when the music began. In a now-viral video filmed by attendee Blanca Gallardo, the pup lets out a series of enthusiastic howls as a priest sings — prompting the priest to walk over and hold a microphone near the furry vocalist. The moment has become an internet hit, with the Instagram Reel drawing 7.1 million views and 741,000 likes. The husky’s owner and identity were not initially known, though Gallardo said she attended the blessing with her own dog, Phoebe. The clip’s comments quickly turned the impromptu duet into a heavenly punchline. One viewer, Kindsi Lora, wrote: “The priest sang, ‘all creatures of our God and King, lift up your voice and let us sing’ and the husky said ‘HaleAWOOOOOyah!’” Honestly, the dog was just following directions. The Blessing of the Animals took place at 3:30 p.m. in The Grotto Plaza. The annual event welcomes people and pets of all faiths and celebrates the “joy, beauty, love, fidelity, encouragement and comfort” that animal companions bring into people’s lives. And if this dog had anything to say about it, that comfort apparently comes with a powerful set of lungs. Today, on the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi, it seems only right that one enthusiastic husky reminded everyone at Mass that all creatures are invited to lift up their voices, even if that voice is an awe-inspiring “awoooo.” Read more at ✍🏻 Claudette Jerez 📹: IG Goddess 👸🏾

A very good boy may have just earned his place in the church choir. During Mass at The Grotto’s annual Blessing of the Animals on Sept. 20, one husky couldn’t resist joining in when the music began. In a now-viral video filmed by attendee Blanca Gallardo, the pup lets out a series of enthusiastic howls as a priest sings — prompting the priest to walk over and hold a microphone near the furry vocalist. The moment has become an internet hit, with the Instagram Reel drawing 7.1 million views and 741,000 likes. The husky’s owner and identity were not initially known, though Gallardo said she attended the blessing with her own dog, Phoebe. The clip’s comments quickly turned the impromptu duet into a heavenly punchline. One viewer, Kindsi Lora, wrote: “The priest sang, ‘all creatures of our God and King, lift up your voice and let us sing’ and the husky said ‘HaleAWOOOOOyah!’” Honestly, the dog was just following directions. The Blessing of the Animals took place at 3:30 p.m. in The Grotto Plaza. The annual event welcomes people and pets of all faiths and celebrates the “joy, beauty, love, fidelity, encouragement and comfort” that animal companions bring into people’s lives. And if this dog had anything to say about it, that comfort apparently comes with a powerful set of lungs. Today, on the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi, it seems only right that one enthusiastic husky reminded everyone at Mass that all creatures are invited to lift up their voices, even if that voice is an awe-inspiring “awoooo.” Read more at ✍🏻 Claudette Jerez 📹: IG Goddess 👸🏾

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A 13-year-old girl dressed as St. Bernadette sang before Pope Leo XIV in Lourdes. Eva Molenmaker, from Fuveau near Aix-en-Provence, plays Bernadette in the musical Bernadette de Lourdes, which returned to the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Lourdes for the Pope’s visit. What a beautiful voice!

A 13-year-old girl dressed as St. Bernadette sang before Pope Leo XIV in Lourdes. Eva Molenmaker, from Fuveau near Aix-en-Provence, plays Bernadette in the musical Bernadette de Lourdes, which returned to the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Lourdes for the Pope’s visit. What a beautiful voice!

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It was one of the most moving moments of Pope Leo XIV’s Prayer Vigil with young people at the Stade de France. Hundreds of actors represented France’s more than 1,700 saints and blesseds, creating a striking image of a true “army of holiness.” Pope Leo XIV was deeply moved and, in a moment that touched everyone present, even wiped away a tear. The moment culminated in a grand fireworks celebration.

It was one of the most moving moments of Pope Leo XIV’s Prayer Vigil with young people at the Stade de France. Hundreds of actors represented France’s more than 1,700 saints and blesseds, creating a striking image of a true “army of holiness.” Pope Leo XIV was deeply moved and, in a moment that touched everyone present, even wiped away a tear. The moment culminated in a grand fireworks celebration.

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Pope Leo shook the hands of each of these 20 migrants who just arrived to Europe during his visit to Lampedusa on July 4th, reminding everyone that all human life carries immeasurable worth. A powerful moment of compassion at Europe’s doorstep.

Pope Leo shook the hands of each of these 20 migrants who just arrived to Europe during his visit to Lampedusa on July 4th, reminding everyone that all human life carries immeasurable worth. A powerful moment of compassion at Europe’s doorstep.

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Pope Leo walks without shoes in the Great Mosque of Algiers, Algeria. Video: Marco Mancini / EWTN News

Pope Leo walks without shoes in the Great Mosque of Algiers, Algeria. Video: Marco Mancini / EWTN News

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At the National Eucharistic Congress, hundreds of men and women who have dedicated their lives to God gathered for a historic Eucharistic Procession. If seeing this many people from all walks of life give their lives to the Lord, doesn't give you hope then we don't know what will! #eucharisticcongress #eucharisticrevival

At the National Eucharistic Congress, hundreds of men and women who have dedicated their lives to God gathered for a historic Eucharistic Procession. If seeing this many people from all walks of life give their lives to the Lord, doesn't give you hope then we don't know what will! #eucharisticcongress #eucharisticrevival

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During his flight to France this morning, just hours after Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen’s beatification, Pope Leo XIV recalled watching Sheen’s television program with his family. The Pope described it as a way they spent time together while receiving the truths of the faith through Sheen’s lively teaching. He said he was happy to approve Sheen’s beatification and revealed that many people wrote to ask why he had not attended the ceremony. When a reporter suggested he could attend Sheen’s canonization, Pope Leo smiled and replied: “There we go!” Video: AIGAV Pool

During his flight to France this morning, just hours after Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen’s beatification, Pope Leo XIV recalled watching Sheen’s television program with his family. The Pope described it as a way they spent time together while receiving the truths of the faith through Sheen’s lively teaching. He said he was happy to approve Sheen’s beatification and revealed that many people wrote to ask why he had not attended the ceremony. When a reporter suggested he could attend Sheen’s canonization, Pope Leo smiled and replied: “There we go!” Video: AIGAV Pool

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Pope Leo XIV held a private audience with US Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio Secretary Marco Rubio, who attended the Inauguration Mass of his pontificate.

Pope Leo XIV held a private audience with US Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio Secretary Marco Rubio, who attended the Inauguration Mass of his pontificate.

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James Fulton Engstrom’s story became the miracle that helped lead to the beatification of Fulton J. Sheen. In 2010, James was born without a pulse, heartbeat, or respiration. After 61 minutes of resuscitation efforts, as medical staff prepared to declare his death, his parents and others prayed for the intercession of Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen. James then began to breathe, and his heart started beating. Following a Church investigation, Pope Francis approved the healing in 2019 as a miracle attributed to Sheen’s intercession. Today, James is a healthy teenager—and carried Blessed Fulton J. Sheen’s relic during the Beatification Mass. Blessed Fulton J. Sheen, pray for us.

James Fulton Engstrom’s story became the miracle that helped lead to the beatification of Fulton J. Sheen. In 2010, James was born without a pulse, heartbeat, or respiration. After 61 minutes of resuscitation efforts, as medical staff prepared to declare his death, his parents and others prayed for the intercession of Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen. James then began to breathe, and his heart started beating. Following a Church investigation, Pope Francis approved the healing in 2019 as a miracle attributed to Sheen’s intercession. Today, James is a healthy teenager—and carried Blessed Fulton J. Sheen’s relic during the Beatification Mass. Blessed Fulton J. Sheen, pray for us.

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A month ago you left to meet the Father. Thank you for so much, Pope Francis.

A month ago you left to meet the Father. Thank you for so much, Pope Francis.

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IT’S OFFICIAL: This is the moment Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen was declared Blessed. Before tens of thousands of faithful at the historic Beatification Mass in St. Louis, the Church formally proclaimed the pioneering Catholic communicator, missionary leader, and beloved television evangelist among the Blessed. Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle pronounced the beatification formula in Latin. Now, the Church gives him a new title: Blessed Fulton J. Sheen.

IT’S OFFICIAL: This is the moment Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen was declared Blessed. Before tens of thousands of faithful at the historic Beatification Mass in St. Louis, the Church formally proclaimed the pioneering Catholic communicator, missionary leader, and beloved television evangelist among the Blessed. Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle pronounced the beatification formula in Latin. Now, the Church gives him a new title: Blessed Fulton J. Sheen.

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“You are the saints of France!” After the “Army of the Saints” filled the Stade de France and Pope Leo XIV was visibly moved to tears, these were his first words to the 80,000 people gathered for the prayer vigil: “Dear friends, the first thing I would like to say is very simple. Thank you! Thank you to God! Thank you! Thank you for your courage! Thank you for your presence. Thank you for your faith. You are the saints of France!”

“You are the saints of France!” After the “Army of the Saints” filled the Stade de France and Pope Leo XIV was visibly moved to tears, these were his first words to the 80,000 people gathered for the prayer vigil: “Dear friends, the first thing I would like to say is very simple. Thank you! Thank you to God! Thank you! Thank you for your courage! Thank you for your presence. Thank you for your faith. You are the saints of France!”

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This is how the private ritual for the closing of Pope Francis' coffin took place. The casket was closed on the evening of April 25. Archbishop Diego Giovanni Ravelli placed a white silk veil over the late pope's face. The action is part of the funeral rites for popes. #catholic #catholicchurch #popefrancis #funeral #vatican

This is how the private ritual for the closing of Pope Francis' coffin took place. The casket was closed on the evening of April 25. Archbishop Diego Giovanni Ravelli placed a white silk veil over the late pope's face. The action is part of the funeral rites for popes. #catholic #catholicchurch #popefrancis #funeral #vatican

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What a beautiful and holy friendship! St. Mother Teresa of Calcutta and St. John Paul II, pray for us!

What a beautiful and holy friendship! St. Mother Teresa of Calcutta and St. John Paul II, pray for us!

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What a beautiful night to be Catholic! Thousands of pilgrims gathered at the Shrine of Our Lady of Lourdes for its beloved candlelight procession, carrying candles, praying the Rosary, and following Our Lady through a sea of light. Tonight, Pope Leo XIV was not only present as the Holy Father, but as a pilgrim among pilgrims, joining the faithful in prayer for the Church and the whole world. The candlelight Rosary procession is a daily tradition in Lourdes from but tonight was especially historic: Pope Leo XIV became the third pope to take part in it, following St. John Paul II and Benedict XVI.

What a beautiful night to be Catholic! Thousands of pilgrims gathered at the Shrine of Our Lady of Lourdes for its beloved candlelight procession, carrying candles, praying the Rosary, and following Our Lady through a sea of light. Tonight, Pope Leo XIV was not only present as the Holy Father, but as a pilgrim among pilgrims, joining the faithful in prayer for the Church and the whole world. The candlelight Rosary procession is a daily tradition in Lourdes from but tonight was especially historic: Pope Leo XIV became the third pope to take part in it, following St. John Paul II and Benedict XVI.

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VIDEO | The mortal remains of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI were moved early Monday morning to St. Peter’s Basilica, where the late pope is lying in state through Jan. 4. Thousands are entering the Vatican basilica to pray and pay their respects to Benedict XVI.

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VIDEO | The mortal remains of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI were moved early Monday morning to St. Peter’s Basilica, where the late pope is lying in state through Jan. 4. Thousands are entering the Vatican basilica to pray and pay their respects to Benedict XVI.

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History made in St. Louis. In just 60 seconds, relive the moments when the Church declared Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen Blessed. A pioneering Catholic communicator. A missionary leader. A priest who brought the Gospel into millions of homes. Now, the Church calls him Blessed Fulton J. Sheen. Watch the full Beatification Mass and EWTN’s complete coverage on EWTN aired the historic Mass from The Dome at America’s Center in St. Louis, with additional special programming on Sheen’s life and legacy.

History made in St. Louis. In just 60 seconds, relive the moments when the Church declared Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen Blessed. A pioneering Catholic communicator. A missionary leader. A priest who brought the Gospel into millions of homes. Now, the Church calls him Blessed Fulton J. Sheen. Watch the full Beatification Mass and EWTN’s complete coverage on EWTN aired the historic Mass from The Dome at America’s Center in St. Louis, with additional special programming on Sheen’s life and legacy.

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At just 13 years old, Eva Molenmaker had the opportunity to portray St. Bernadette and sing before Pope Leo XIV during his visit to Lourdes. The young girl described the moment as a “unique experience.” Video: Elliot Hartley / EWTN News

At just 13 years old, Eva Molenmaker had the opportunity to portray St. Bernadette and sing before Pope Leo XIV during his visit to Lourdes. The young girl described the moment as a “unique experience.” Video: Elliot Hartley / EWTN News

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