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February 20, 2021

Active Catholics can look down on the "slackers," like those who go to the "utility Mass" on Sunday evening, for just barely fulfilling their obligation. Some ask why they even bother going.

Pope Francis appoints new archpriest of St. Peter’s Basilica

February 20, 2021

With the positions of archpriest and vicar general, Cardinal Mauro Gambetti was also appointed president of the Fabric of St. Peter, the office responsible for maintenance of the basilica.

Pope Francis visits Shoah survivor, poet Edith Bruck

February 20, 2021

A communiqué from the Press Office of the Holy See said the visit lasted about an hour.

Pope Francis Accepts Cardinal Sarah’s Resignation

February 20, 2021

A single line from the Press Office of the Holy See announced the news on Saturday morning.

English convert priest and royal relative steps closer to sainthood

February 20, 2021

George Spencer (1799–1864), son of the 2nd Earl Spencer, was first an Anglican priest. He converted to Catholicism to become a Catholic priest and eventually became a Passionist, taking the name of Ignatius. he worked tirelessly as a missionary in the service of Christian unity. In decrees signed on Friday, Pope Francis recognised the priest's "heroic virtues" and declared him Venerable.