‘The World Is Not Waiting for a Synodal Church’
In an open letter to Pope Leo XIV, Dutch Bishop Rob Mutsaerts says people in the West today need clear and confident proclamation of the Gospel rather than permanent ecclesial consultation.
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St. Edith Stein’s Answer to a World Starved of Beauty
In a new book, Elizabeth Mitchell explores how the Carmelite martyr saw all genuine beauty as a path to God — and holiness as the Divine Artist’s masterpiece.
Bishop Eleganti: Is the Petrine Ministry in Decline?
In the following guest post, the Swiss bishop emeritus argues that recent popes have sacrificed the dignity of the Petrine office for the trappings of personality and media appeal.
Quantum Physics and the Mystery of God’s Creation
Catholic physicist and professor Vincenzo Tamma explains how quantum mechanics reveals the intelligibility of nature, points beyond itself to the Creator, and opens new paths for evangelization.
A Little Sister’s Great Mission: The Legacy of Mother Maria Stieren
Mother Maria’s flourishing congregation celebrates half a century of growth and witness in Tanzania, Brazil and Germany.
97-Year-Old ‘Living Martyr’ Cardinal, Who Forgave His Torturers: ‘Love Your Enemies; Pray for Your Friends’
Cardinal Ernest Simoni, who spent 18 years in jail for the faith, shares with the Register his advice for those facing persecution and grave suffering today and offers encouragement for young people.
Freedom Over Fear: Cardinal Nichols on the Faith of Ann Widdecombe
Tribute points to her steadfast belief in Christ and His Church as the source of her courage, even in the face of death.
Cardinal Burke: ‘Synodality Has to Be Stopped’
In new interview, US cardinal questions its theological basis, criticises controlled ‘synodal’ procedures at the latest consistory, and calls for a Vatican dicastery for the traditional Roman liturgy.
Ann Widdecombe, British Politician and Catholic Convert Who Vigorously Defended Church Teaching, Dies at 78
Former Member of Parliament became a prominent voice for life, conscience, and moral truth in Britain’s public square.