EWTN News In Depth

06/06/2026

During the Eucharistic procession that took part on Saturday June 6th as part of the National Eucharistic Pilgrimage, the Blessed Sacrament passed by the White House while pilgrims and faithful made their way around the nation's capital.

06/06/2026

06/05/2026

Technology ethicist Brian Patrick Green of Santa Clara University discusses the concerns about Pope Leo’s first encyclical, Magnifica Humanitas, being “too early” in a still-emerging age of AI. He explains that the Holy Father probably preferred to be early rather than lose timing, and how this document is already influencing the world, especially people in Silicon Valley. “I think there’s a lot of hope associated with this document coming at the time that it does,” he says.

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06/04/2026

Pope Leo’s new encyclical, Magnifica Humanitas, examines the profound changes artificial intelligence is bringing to society today. While many caution against its risks, some Catholics are using it as a powerful tool to improve lives and serve others.

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06/03/2026

Various Catholic dioceses across the United States have reported a surge in conversions this year, packed churches, and signs of a growing spiritual revival.

Bishop Andrew Cozzens believes we are "going to see it continue", pointing to public expressions of faith such as the National Eucharistic Pilgrimage and National Eucharistic Congress.

"People are not afraid to be a witness to their faith, not ashamed to be Catholic... we should feel very proud to be Catholics."

Watch our full interview with Bishop Andrew Cozzens as he reflects on the Eucharistic Revival and what it means for the future of the Church in America: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g7cJI6STVyw

06/03/2026

In a first for modern popes, Pope Leo XIV personally presented his highly anticipated encyclical “Magnifica Humanitas” at the Vatican and made history by changing a few aspects of its presentation to the world, including the participation of outsiders in the dialogue, culminating in an expected promise.

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06/02/2026

Many Catholics have been critical of Anthropic founder Christopher Olah's presence at the Vatican event marking the release of Pope Leo XIV's encyclical Magnifica Humanitas. The New York Times noted that Anthropic's participation "rightly raised eyebrows."

Moral theologian Dr. Joseph Capizzi of The Catholic University of America and technology ethicist Brian Patrick Green of Santa Clara University react to the pope's guidance on artificial intelligence and discuss Anthropic's role in the conversation in the latest EWTN News In Depth panel.

🎥 Watch the full segment: https://youtu.be/sLeRpijWqvI?si=4xS37sucL-tGESGT

06/02/2026

“A pilgrimage of prayer and intercession for our country.”

Bishop Andrew Cozzens discusses the witness of the 2026 National Eucharistic Pilgrimage during the United States’ 250th anniversary and how the phrase “One Nation Under God” became part of the Pledge of Allegiance thanks to Catholics.

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06/01/2026

In 1565, the Catholic faith first took root in what is now the United States.

At the Nombre de Dios Mission in St. Augustine, Florida — often called the "Sacred Acre" and home to America's oldest Marian shrine — Catholics gathered to launch the 2026 National Eucharistic Pilgrimage.

Join Mark Irons from this historic site of the first Catholic Mass in the United States as pilgrims begin their journey up the East Coast during America's 250th anniversary year: https://youtu.be/_topPLybL1o

05/29/2026

“There is a hunger for faith, there is a seeking that’s happening…”

Catherine Hadro sits down with Catholic Leadership Institute President and CEO Dan Cellucci to hear his invaluable insight into the U.S. Church after years of walking alongside U.S. bishops. Cellucci has earned a reputation as a “bishops’ counselor” after helping more than 150 dioceses in the United States and Canada.

Watch the full story: https://ow.ly/MAZ950Z5Bxh