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Diocesan parishioners attend the beatification Mass of Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen

By Anna Donofrio

More than 40,000 Catholics from across the United States gathered in St. Louis, for the Sept. 24 beatification of Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen.

10/1/26

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Diocesan parishioners attend the beatification Mass of Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen

By Anna Donofrio

More than 40,000 Catholics from across the United States gathered in St. Louis, for the Sept. 24 beatification of Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen.

10/1/26

Reading Time 4 min

Bishop's Columns

A decisive moment for our Commonwealth

By Bishop Michael F. Burbidge

As Catholics in the United States observe Respect Life month throughout October, we are encouraged to pause and remember the beautiful truth that every human life is precious, created in the image and likeness of our loving God.

10/1/26

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A decisive moment for our Commonwealth

By Bishop Michael F. Burbidge

10/1/26

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Columns

Virginia medical professionals speak out against constitutional change

By Rebecca Weaver

As Virginia considers the proposed “Right to Reproductive Freedom” amendment on this November’s ballot, an important question must be asked:

10/1/26

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Virginia medical professionals speak out against constitutional change

By Rebecca Weaver

As Virginia considers the proposed “Right to Reproductive Freedom” amendment on this November’s ballot, an important question must be asked:

10/1/26

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Local

Catholic professionals hear Archbishop Sheen’s call

By Mary M. Shaffrey

Peter Kilpatrick, president of The Catholic University of America in Washington, spoke to the Assembly of Catholic Professionals Sept. 29, reflecting on his recent visit to St. Louis for the beatification of Blessed Fulton J. Sheen.

9/30/26

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Catholic professionals hear Archbishop Sheen’s call

By Mary M. Shaffrey

9/30/26

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Local

Bishop Burbidge urges prayer and fasting during October

Bishop Michael F. Burbidge has asked all Virginia Catholics to join him in prayer and fasting throughout the month of October as voters consider two proposed amendments to the commonwealth’s Constitution on abortion and marriage.

9/30/26

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Bishop Burbidge urges prayer and fasting during October

9/30/26

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Art

St. Francis at the Walters

By Nora Hamerman

In honor of the 800th anniversary of the death of St. Francis of Assisi Oct. 4, 1226, The Walters Art Museum in Baltimore is again exhibiting the most precious relic of the saint in America: the Saint Francis Missal.

9/30/26

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St. Francis at the Walters

By Nora Hamerman

9/30/26

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Local

Diocesan parishioners attend the beatification Mass of Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen

By Anna Donofrio

More than 40,000 Catholics from across the United States gathered in St. Louis, for the Sept. 24 beatification of Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen.

10/1/26

Reading Time 4 min

Catholic professionals hear Archbishop Sheen’s call

By Mary M. Shaffrey

9/30/26

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Bishop Burbidge urges prayer and fasting during October

9/30/26

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Columns

Virginia medical professionals speak out against constitutional change

By Rebecca Weaver

What God sees

By Fr. Joseph M. Rampino

Kingdom of joy

By Fr. Steven Oetjen

Virginia voters to consider three constitutional amendments

By Jeff Caruso

National

Archbishop Fulton Sheen declared ‘blessed’

9/24/26

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US bishops launch task force amid rise of artificial intelligence

9/17/26

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Catholics process in Washington in solidarity with migrants

9/17/26

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Battle for life at Virginia’s border

9/17/26

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Catholic conversions surge on college campuses, Hallow data shows

9/17/26

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Global

Vatican secretary of state says fragmentation starts with forgetting human identity

By Amira Abuzeid

The root of today’s fragmented world is not technology, excess freedom, or diversity but the loss of a common understanding of who the human person is, Vatican Secretary of State Cardinal Pietro Parolin said at a New York dinner that took place during the United Nations General Assembly’s High-level Week.

9/30/26

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Pope Leo says ‘rebirth’ is key to understanding France trip

By Victoria Cardiel

VATICAN CITY — Pope Leo XIV reflected on his recent four-day pastoral visit to France, calling it a “great gift” and saying the trip could be understood through one central image: the reconstruction of Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris.

9/30/26

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Pope Leo says he is not ‘in panic mode’ over AI dangers

By Hannah Brockhaus

ABOARD THE PAPAL FLIGHT — Pope Leo XIV said he takes seriously the warnings raised by tech experts about the dangers of AI, including risks to humanity, but he is not panicking over dire predictions.

9/28/26

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Pope addresses ‘surprising’ Catholic growth in secular France

By Hannah Brockhaus

Pope Leo XIV met new and prospective Catholics and their leaders Sept. 26, as he encouraged the Catholic Church in France to “strike a wise balance” between welcoming new members as they are and educating them in the tenets of the faith.

9/27/26

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Arts

Art

St. Francis at the Walters

By Nora Hamerman

9/30/26

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Arts

JPII Shrine hosts Mother Teresa relics

Special to the Catholic Herald

The Saint John Paul II National Shrine in Washington is hosting an exhibit celebrating the life and mission of Mother Teresa, titled “Works of Love are Works of Peace.”

9/30/26

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Arts

‘Come From Away’ comes to Ford’s Theatre

By Christopher Gunty

As the nation marked the 25th anniversary of the terrorist attacks in New York, Pennsylvania and at the Pentagon, people recalled the events and emotions that accompanied the tumultuous time.

9/25/26

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