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07/25/2025

Mosaic of 1,000-plus toy figures depicts Blessed Carlo's faith, devotion and computer savvy

Among the colored figurines is a tiny Pikachu, the yellow electrified mouse hero of Pokémon, which was Blessed Carlo's favorite video game.

07/25/2025

Miami Archbishop Thomas G. Wenski has said he and the archdiocesan prison ministry staff have repeatedly been denied access to the facility thus far.

MIAMI (OSV News) — Florida’s senior bishop is pressing local, state and federal authorities for permission to bring Catholic pastoral care to the already infamous Alligator Alcatraz immigrant detention center. Opened…

07/24/2025

The groundbreaking new law on school choice deserves accolades for its recognition of the rights of parents, but there are significant questions about how it will be implemented.

Earlier this month, the president signed into law the first federal school choice tax credit in our nation’s history. This new landmark legislation, led by Sens. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, Bill…

07/24/2025

Peter Jesserer Smith, national news editor of OSV News, filling in for Gina Christian, catches you up on the Catholic news of the day for July 24, 2025. Tune in and visit us online at osvnews.com.

Peter Jesserer Smith, national news editor of OSV News, filling in for Gina Christian, catches you up on the Catholic news of the day for July 24, 2025. Tune in and visit us online at osvnews.com.In this episode:Florida's senior bishop is pressing...

07/24/2025

Alligator Alcatraz Pastoral Care Blocked, Gaza Parish Attack Investigated, Ireland Abortions Soar, and More: Listen to the OSV Newscast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2368316/episodes/17559770-alligator-alcatraz-pastoral-care-blocked-gaza-parish-attack-investigated-ireland-abortions-soar-and-more.mp3

07/24/2025

Archbishop Pérez, son of migrants, tells migrants: 'You are not alone'

"As the son of immigrants, I have found recent events particularly heartbreaking," said Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez of Philadelphia.

07/24/2025

Poland's 'living memorial' to St. John Paul II marks 25 years of transforming lives

Cultivating gratitude toward God

07/24/2025

Broglio: Church teaching obligates the faithful to support pastoral care of migrants

"This is the future of who we are, the entire family," Supreme Knight Christopher Pichon said.

07/24/2025

Ireland's abortion rates rise 62% over 5 years; Catholic advocates call it 'a tragedy'

The Irish government

07/24/2025

For couples struggling with infertility, these doctors want them to know: NaProTechnology offers answers.
The treatment model evaluates, diagnoses and treats underlying causes of infertility and other gynecological and reproductive issues using a natural family planning method called the Creighton Model FertilityCare System.
NaProTechnology sends a message, Dr. Naomi Whittaker said, that leaves women feeling empowered and loved: “I’m trusting you to tell me what’s going on with your body so I can help work with your body.”
https://www.osvnews.com/naprotechnology-provides-alternative-to-ivf-for-couples-struggling-with-infertility/

07/24/2025

"Smurfs" movie review: In a blend of animation and live action, director Chris Miller has given the titular blue elves a big-screen reboot. The OSV News classification is A-I -- general patronage. The Motion Picture Association rating is PG -- parental guidance suggested.
Full review: https://www.osvnews.com/smurfs/

07/24/2025

More than half a million young people from 146 countries are set to arrive July 28 for the start of the weeklong Jubilee of Youth, which will include a special Jubilee dedicated to Digital Missionaries and Catholic Influencers.

VATICAN CITY (CNS) — More than half a million young people from 146 countries are set to arrive July 28 for the start of the weeklong Jubilee of Youth, which…