Jan. 9, 2026

01-09-26 CC EDITION

 

National Catholic Register

Why 2026 Will Be the Year of Leo

Lifesite News

Traditional priest proposes special Latin Mass jurisdiction in letter to cardinals

Fr. Louis-Marie De Blignières believes that creating a special jurisdiction would ultimately end liturgical divisions created by Pope Francis' 2021 motu proprio Traditionis Custodes.

National Catholic Register

Looking at Venezuela Through a Catholic Lens

COMMENTARY: Truth matters, means matter and human beings are never mere instruments — not even when the target is guilty and the temptation to ‘finally do something’ is overwhelming.

 

4 Habits to Help You Get Along Better With Others

An excerpt from ‘How to Get Along With (Almost) Everybody’ by Dr. Ray Guarendi

Lifesite News

Diocese of Charlotte will require seminarians to spend extra ‘pastoral year’ teaching, living as laity

Each seminarian will receive full pay and benefits, but they will be required to pay bills out of their teaching salary, and they won't be permitted to wear clerical garments.

Catholic Grandparents Association of Charlotte Diocese

CGA Charlotte Shares Mission at Grandparents Day & St. Nicholas Celebration

The Catholic Grandparents Association (CGA) of Charlotte Diocese was delighted to host an information table at St Ann Catholic School’s combined Grandparents Day and St. Nicholas Day celebration last week—a joyful gathering that brought faith, family, and tradition together under one roof.  Grandparents stopped by the CGA table throughout the event to learn more about the association’s mission: supporting grandparents in their vital role of passing on the gift of faith. Kathy Consler (right) and Teresa Sanctis (left), CGA Charlotte Diocese Leaders, shared brochures, handed out Prayer Cards for Grandparents, written by Pope Benedict at the request of CGA. They answered questions and spoke with grandparents about upcoming CGA meetings.  The festive atmosphere of St. Nicholas Day added a special touch, with many guests reflecting on the importance of generosity and faithfulness—values deeply connected to the CGA’s work. Grandparents appreciated the opportunity to learn how the association can help them strengthen their spiritual influence in the lives of their grandchildren, while staff welcomed the chance to collaborate more closely with the organization.  The CGA extends heartfelt thanks to the school for providing a welcoming space to share its mission and for fostering a strong partnership between home, school, and parish. The event was a wonderful reminder that when generations come together in faith, the entire community is enriched.  The association looks forward to future opportunities to support families and continue celebrating the important role grandparents play in nurturing the faith of the next generation.