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By AC Wimmer CNA Newsroom, Apr 12, 2025 / 11:30 am Exciting News: France’s Catholic Church is experiencing a remarkable increase in adult catechumens this Easter, with over 10,384 individuals joining the faith, marking a 45% rise from last year, as per the data released by the French Bishops’ Conference. The recent report highlights the highest numbers ever recorded in over two decades, with a significant increase in young adult converts. Archbishop Olivier de Germay of Lyon emphasized the need to focus on making disciples in light of this surge in new members. He stressed the importance of parish communities…

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By Kate Quiñones Denver, Colo., Apr 12, 2025 / 11:00 am When Beverly Jacobson was five months pregnant, the doctors told her she should have an abortion. Jacobson’s daughter, Verity, had Edwards syndrome, a developmental condition that their specialist said was “incompatible with life.” “He went on to say that if she survived, she would be a drain on the family mentally, emotionally, and financially,” Jacobson said on Friday. But he was wrong. On Friday, Verity joined her mom on the steps of the state capitol as Jacobson addressed the Colorado March for Life. “She is a gift from God,”…

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The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) is urging members of Congress to pass a new bipartisan bill that will support faith communities across the United States in continuing their religious mission and service. The Religious Workforce Protection Act (RWPA) proposes adjustments to the immigration system to allow foreign religious workers to stay in the U.S. for renewable three-year periods while waiting for permanent residency. Currently, many religious workers face long wait times for permanent residency, causing disruptions for religious institutions. The RWPA aims to address this issue by providing more flexibility for foreign religious workers, allowing them to continue…

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In a world where traditional masculinity is being challenged by new social sensitivities, many men find themselves struggling to balance tradition with modern expectations. A recent report by Eurispes titled “What is masculinity today?” sheds light on the perceptions men have regarding themselves, their bodies, social functions, and roles in relation to women. The study reveals that 71.8% of men have a positive relationship with their bodies, although acceptance levels tend to decrease with age. Taking care of their appearance is important for most men, with 20.9% regularly exercising, and a minority using cosmetic products or undergoing aesthetic treatments. Interestingly,…

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By Victoria Cardiel Vatican City, Apr 12, 2025 / 08:00 am The Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development has announced the theme chosen by Pope Francis for the 2025 World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation, held annually on Sept. 1: “Seeds of Peace and Hope.” The day is part of the Season of Creation, an ecumenical initiative that takes place Sept. 1 to Oct. 4. This 2025 edition takes on a special character as it coincides with the Jubilee Year of Hope and the 10th anniversary of the encyclical Laudato Si’, the Holy Father’s magisterial text on…

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Pope Francis Pays Homage to Salus Populi Romani at St Mary Major By Vatican News As Holy Week commences, Pope Francis made a special visit to the Basilica of Saint Mary Major in Rome on Saturday afternoon. This visit was a gesture of homage to the icon of the Virgin Mary known as Salus Populi Romani. The Holy See Press Office shared that Pope Francis entered the Basilica to offer prayers before the sacred icon. His deep devotion to Salus Populi Romani, also known as Our Lady Protectress of Rome, is evident in his frequent visits to the Basilica. After…

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Eleonora Bianchini Quartet Un quartetto che ci farà sognare nelle atmosfere della musica di Antônio Carlos Jobim, inventore della bossa nova e “O Maestro” più alto compositore della musica popolare brasiliana. ELEONORA BIANCHINI Eleonora Bianchini, cantante e compositrice originaria di Perugia, riesce a creare un’atmosfera calda e affascinante attraverso il suono della sua voce; nel maggio 2016 è stata eletta dai lettori di JAZZIT, un quotidiano jazz italiano, come una delle “Migliori voci femminili italiane” classificandosi al 4° posto. All’età di nove anni, Eleonora ha iniziato a studiare pianoforte. Poco dopo, ha iniziato a incorporare il canto nella sua forma…

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The Traindeville band is back on stage at the Boogie Club on Saturday, April 12, 2025, to present their new album “Racconti Romani,” inspired by a successful performance at the Ottobrata Monticiana in October 2023. Joining the band is the comedian and writer Paolo Pesce Nanna with his hilarious monologues: portraits of a city in constant evolution with all its nuances and eccentric characters that the audience will enjoy amidst original songs and evergreen hits of the Roman tradition, in a unique form of “Roman-style” theater-song. The show was first presented to the public at a delightful evening at the…

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La controversa legge che vieta le terapie di conversione è entrata in vigore in Australia, nel Nuovo Galles del Sud, mettendo a rischio la libertà religiosa e di espressione. Secondo membri della Chiesa cattolica e attivisti per i diritti umani, la legge potrebbe portare a condanne fino a 5 anni di carcere e multe salate per una semplice discussione su temi legati all’omosessualità o all’identità di genere. La minaccia per i cristiani in Australia Il Conversion Practices Ban Act 2024, in vigore dal 4 aprile, vieta le terapie di conversione mirate a cambiare l’orientamento sessuale o l’identità di genere di…

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