Stolen Relic Could Spark Spiritual Renewal in Secular Czech Republic
The theft of St. Zdislava’s relic has reignited national interest in the country’s Catholic heritage, say local Church leaders.
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Pope Leo XIV Receives Czech President, Discusses Democracy and Transatlantic Tensions
Pavel thanked Pope Leo XIV for the Vatican’s efforts to help secure the release of Czech citizen Jan Darmovzal from Venezuela.
Czech Prosecutor Seeks Justice for Cardinal Persecuted by Nazis and Communists
Cardinal Beran is believed to have been the only Czech prelate buried in St. Peter’s Basilica before his body was moved to the Czech Republic in 2018.
St. Agnes of Bohemia, Pray For Us!
This patroness of the Czech Republic was canonized by Pope St. John Paul II on Nov. 12, 1989
Czech Bishop Recalls His Escape From Communist Oppression of Catholics
“I have experienced the reality of communism,” says Bishop Peter Esterka. “All are said to be equal, so in theory it sounds good, but in reality … only a communist can succeed.”
Czech Priest Witnessed the ‘Cihost Miracle’ and Was Killed for It
The life and legacy of Father Josef Toufar, who was killed in 1949 by communist police, was marked Feb. 22 at a Mass celebrated by Cardinal Dominik Duka, archbishop of Prague.
