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Gun found in abandoned suitcase before papal visit to Trieste, Italy
According to Italian press, less than 24 hours after the pope’s arrival, the police discovered a Czech-made semiautomatic pistol inside... Read more
Italy’s prime minister proposes aid for women in financial straits who reject abortion
This initiative offers aid of 1,000 euros (about $1,082) for five years to Italian women who decide to continue with... Read more
‘Mystical Rose’ Marian apparitions in Italy receive Vatican approval
The apparitions took place in Montichiari and Fontanelle, Italy, located in the country’s northern province of Brescia in 1947 and... Read more
Former punk band guitarist, policeman ordained to Catholic priesthood
The Cathedral of Prato, Italy, was the setting last Saturday for the ordination of a former punk band guitarist and... Read more
Vatican: Pope Francis speaks again about the admission of homosexuals to seminaries
The Vatican Press Office reported that during a closed-door meeting, the pope again discussed the admission of men “with homosexual... Read more
Italian pro-life association suffers spate of attacks against its headquarters
The Rome-based pro-life organization Pro Vita & Famiglia has been the target of multiple acts of vandalism. Read more
Cause for canonization of quadriplegic lay evangelist advances
The diocesan phase of the cause of beatification of the Servant of God Nino Baglieri has been closed in Modica,... Read more
Pope Francis’ visit to Venice showcases art as means of encounter, fraternity
Pope Francis had a full slate of events Sunday during his day trip to Venice, Italy, a trip that tied... Read more
Bishop rules on supposed apparitions of Virgin Mary in Italy
After an investigation by a group of experts, an Italian bishop has decreed that the alleged apparitions in Trevignano Romano... Read more
Mafia in Italy suspected of poisoning priest’s chalice
During evening Mass on Feb. 24, Father Felice Palamara noticed a strange smell coming from the chalice. Read more
Italian bishop suspends selecting godparents for baptism and sponsors for confirmation
Bishop Mario Vaccari of Massa Carrara-Pontremoli in Italy said he made his decision because “emotional ties” have been prioritized over... Read more
PHOTOS: Birthplace of St. Bonaventure celebrates his feast day
For the citizens of Bagnoregio, Italy, the birthplace of St. Bonaventure, his July 15 feast is a solemn holy day... Read more
Thousands attend funeral of modern-day St. Francis in Italy
Thousands of people attended the Jan. 17 funeral of Biagio Conte, the lay missionary founder of the Hope and Charity... Read more
Italian bishops release report evaluating diocesan efforts to prevent abuse
Catholic bishops in Italy released a national report on Thursday evaluating the recent implementation of diocesan services to aid victims... Read more
They died praying for others: Two Catholic priests martyred by Nazis beatified in Italy
Two Catholic priests killed by Nazis while ministering to the dying amid the Boves massacre were beatified as martyrs on... Read more
What does Giorgia Meloni’s victory mean for Catholics in Italy?
In short, the reality of Meloni’s politics is much more nuanced than it may seem at first glance. Read more
Pope Francis: The Eucharist teaches us to adore God rather than ourselves
Matera, known as the “city of bread,” hosted Italy’s National Eucharist Congress. Read more
The congregation in honor of St. Rose of Lima where all the sisters are named Rose
After the miracles in Italy worked through the intercession of St. Rose of Lima and her canonization in 1671, a... Read more
Priest who offered Mass on inflatable lounge chair in sea: ‘I was perhaps imprudent’
After photos of a shirtless Italian priest celebrating Mass in the sea using an inflatable lounge chair went viral this... Read more
PHOTOS: Rome’s floating procession of Our Lady of Mount Carmel on the Tiber River
Rome’s nine-day celebration of Our Lady of Mount Carmel culminated Sunday with a floating Marian procession in a boat down... Read more
