Day: November 17, 2025

The Knights of Columbus’ life insurance agency recently shared about the importance of being prepared for one’s death by outlining directives, burial wishes, and an organized financial plan to support bereaved family members.  “In our modern age, financial preparation is often misunderstood. It’s seen as something for the wealthy, or something to be done only … Read moreKnights of Columbus agency explains value of life insurance, calling it ‘a tool of mercy’

Catholic churches in New York City have seen a spike this year in both Mass attendance and the number of people — especially young people — in the Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA), several priests in the city have said, according to a Nov. 16 report from the New York Post. “We’re out … Read moreNew York City Mass attendance, OCIA numbers spike

President Donald Trump called on House Republicans to vote to release the Jeffrey Epstein files, insisting he has “nothing to hide” and accusing Democrats of using the case to distract from his administration’s work. “As I said on Friday night aboard Air Force One to the Fake News Media, House Republicans should vote to release … Read moreTrump encourages House Republicans to release Epstein files, says he has ‘nothing to hide’

A country song created and voiced by an artificial intelligence (AI) system under the artist name Breaking Rust is now No. 1 on Billboard’s Country Digital Song Sales chart for a second week, as of Nov. 17. The chart dated Nov. 15 reflects activity through Nov. 7, making Breaking Rust the first fully AI-generated “artist” … Read moreAI-generated country song tops a Billboard chart

The Diocese of Pittsburgh has announced that the Miraculous Medal Academies Foundation will  open a new K-8 school in September 2026 that emphasizes the intellectual and spiritual formation of each student. “Catholic education remains one of our Church’s greatest treasures,” Bishop Mark Eckman of Pittsburgh said in the diocese’s announcement. “I am deeply grateful to … Read moreClassical K-8 school with strong Catholic identity expects to open in Pittsburgh in fall 2026

Before the University of Notre Dame football team gathered for meetings or broke down practice film, head coach Gerry Faust always started his morning the same way: at the Grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes. In the predawn quiet beneath the basilica, he prayed. One year after Faust died, the people who knew him best … Read moreThe little-known story of a college football super coach and his love for Our Lady

North Carolina Gov. Josh Stein on Nov. 16 criticized U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents, who had carried out a weekend enforcement sweep across Charlotte and surrounding suburbs.  “To the CBP: If you know that we have violent criminals in Charlotte who are undocumented, we want them out too,” Stein, a Democrat, said in a … Read moreNorth Carolina governor criticizes Border Protection operation in Charlotte

In a moment of encouragement for Catholics seeking deeper renewal, the U.S. bishops confirmed last week that the 11th National Eucharistic Congress is officially set for 2029. In the meantime, organizers are inviting the faithful to find Christ in the everyday and prepare their hearts for what lies ahead. Tanner Kalina, NEC director of content, … Read moreDaily encounters with Christ: Organizers share how to prepare for 2029 National Eucharistic Congress