Facing Declining Mass Attendance, Malta’s Catholics Hope Papal Visit Will Revitalize the Faith
Pope Francis’ visit comes just before the first Holy Week in two years in which Catholic churches will be open to the public for liturgies.
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What Has Pope Francis Changed About Mass Intentions?
A CNA Explainer: Pope Francis’ decree states that certain ordinaries, rather than only the Holy See, may grant permission to transfer the Mass intentions.
Uproar Over Chicago Mass: Did Theatrical Christmas Eve Liturgy Go Too Far?
The Mass featured jazz musicians, choreographed dances around the altar, and theatrical lighting effects.
Jesus Christ Is the Lord of the Mass — He Made It for Himself
“It is Christ himself, the eternal high priest of the New Covenant who, acting through the ministry of the priests, offers the Eucharistic sacrifice.” (CCC 1410)
Things of This World and Those of the Next
EDITORIAL: Concern for the things of the world to come allows us to live among the things of this world with greater fullness, freedom and joy.
When You’re Dead, You Will Want the Mass — Not a ‘Lay-Led Funeral’
A person who has died needs our prayers, and there is no greater or better prayer for the dead than the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass.
Music For the Soul: Composing for the Human Dignity of the Homeless
COMMENTARY: The Nov. 6 Solemn Requiem Mass for the Homeless in San Francisco will make real the equal dignity of every soul.
Nancy Pelosi Leaves Mass in Rome Due to Security Concerns
Veteran Rome journalist Joan Lewis said Sunday that security concerns stemmed from demonstrations going on in the streets of Rome Saturday.
At Every Mass, the Angels Are Present and Active
“In her liturgy, the Church joins with the angels to adore the thrice-holy God.” [CCC 335]
Pastor Says Priest ‘Misspoke’ When He Alleged Cardinal Cupich Stopped Public Prayers After Mass
Rumors started after social media posts pointed to an announcement at a livestreamed Mass at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Libertyville, Illinois. CNA found that there was no directive from the Cardinal sent to all parishes in the archdiocese referring to the recitation of public prayers after Mass.
