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Pew report: Most US Catholics approve of pope, but data reflects political divides

April 12, 2024

A new report shows most U.S. Catholics approve of Pope Francis -- but his ratings have slipped in the past few years, marked by political divides.

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St. Jude of the Lake pastor named NET Ministries’ first chaplain

April 12, 2024

Father Chad VanHoose, pastor of St. Jude of the Lake in Mahtomedi since 2019, has been named as the chaplain for NET Ministries — a first for the national Catholic youth ministry based in West St. Paul.

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New Spanish language Catholic store in South St. Paul seeks to reach fallen-away Catholic immigrants

April 12, 2024

In a South St. Paul strip mall, tucked between a grocery store and a tobacco store, is a surprising treasure: a new Spanish language Catholic gift store that aims to be a spiritual hub for many immigrants.

From the Pope

Take evil seriously, pope says at general audience

April 11, 2024

While intense feelings or drive -- passions -- are natural, Christians know they must be tamed and channeled toward what is good, Pope Francis said.

U.S. & World News

US bishop urges Blinken to help stop spread of violence in Nigeria

April 10, 2024

As violence devastates Nigeria's Christians daily, a U.S. Catholic bishop has urged his country's secretary of state to partner with Nigeria to fight extremism.

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At least 2 from archdiocese hold roles in Easter morning Mass with Pope Francis

April 10, 2024

At least two members of the Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis studying in Rome assisted at this year’s Easter morning Mass with Pope Francis in St. Peter’s Square.

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Living intentionally Catholic in marriage and family

April 9, 2024

In a world where troubled marriages are far too common, some Catholic couples are seeking to establish intentionally Catholic marriages and family life — and for good reason.

U.S. & World News

Old truth, new insight: Cardinal says human dignity text is result of growth

April 9, 2024

The 116 footnotes in the Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith's declaration on human dignity reflect the fact that most of the content of the 12,700-word text is not new Catholic teaching.