Dec. 9, 2025

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CATHOLIC SAINTS

The Feast of Immaculate Conception is celebrated in Catholic Church on December 8.  In many countries it is a holy day of obligation, among others, in the United States, Argentina, Austria, Italy, Portugal and Spain.  The Immaculate Conception, according to the teaching of the Catholic Church, was the conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary in the womb of her mother, Saint Anne. Mary was conceived naturally but God kept her soul immaculate, i.e. free from original sin. The official confirmation of the dogma was defined in 1854 by Pope Pius IX, although the belief that Mary was sinless and conceived free from sin is goes back to the early days of the church.

Mama Mary, Kindly Pray for us 🌹♥️🙏

 

Aleteia

Is December 8 a holy day of obligation

in 2025?

 

CHURCHPOP

2 Powerful Prayers to the Great Saint Nicholas, Miracle-Worker & Patron of Children

Did you know Saint Nicholas is the patron saint of children?

Here are two prayers for his powerful intercession!

 

CatholicVote

Pope Leo: Supporting human dignity does not mean ‘open borders’

Aleteia

Courts, justice system are way to deal with US migrants, says Pope

 

CatholicVote

Immigration Enforcement and the Christian Conscience

Benjamin Mann

 

 

FULL TRANSCRIPT WITH AUDIO

 

“Now is not the time to retreat from the culture. Now is the time to transform it.”

Kelsey Reinhardt, President

Catholic News Agency

CNA explains: When is a deportation policy ‘intrinsically evil’ and when is it not?

 

LIFESITE NEWS

Charlotte Bishop Martin meets with Pope Leo, thanks him for illegal immigrant advocacy

While on pilgrimage in Rome recently, Bishop Michael Martin had a brief but meaningful encounter with Pope Leo XIV during the pope’s general audience on Wednesday – giving him the opportunity to raise the issue of immigration actions happening in Charlotte.

Bishop Martin said he shared with the pope “how much the people of western North Carolina are praying for him and supportive of his ministry,” and he “thanked him for the messaging that he's so clearly offered on behalf of migrants in our area who are in so much distress and experiencing so much anxiety these days.” He also asked Pope Leo to continue praying for the people of the Diocese of Charlotte and assured the pope that they would continue to pray for him in return.

 

Catholic News Herald

Bishop Martin calls for prayer, fasting, outreach to immigrants in wake of federal actions in Charlotte

 

LIFESITE

Bishop Martin dispenses illegal immigrants from Sunday Mass obligation in Charlotte

Martin’s dispensation is especially shocking since it suggests that escaping the consequences of a reasonable law takes precedence over the obligation to worship God at Holy Mass.

 

 

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CRUX

Vatican commission says ‘No’ to making women deacons

 

Catholic News Agency

‘Peace is possible,’ Pope Leo XIV says after visits to Turkey and Lebanon

 

Catholic Christianity

AT THE WELLSPRING OF CHRISTIAN UNITY

Why a Papal–Patriarchal Gathering at Nicaea Matters for the Church—and for You

Aleteia

At Nicaea again, Churches unite in one Creed

Catholic News World

Council of Nicaea Explained - 7 Things You Need to Know about the Catholic Church's 1st Ecumenical Council of 325 A.D.

Aleteia

Why do Eastern Christians make the Sign of the Cross “backwards”?

 

CRUX NOW

Pope Leo visits Istanbul’s famed

‘Blue Mosque’, does not pray

 

Catholic Love

The Pope’s Stand on Polygamy: What the New Vatican Document Says

Catholic News Service

Marriage is an exclusive union requiring 'tender care,' Vatican says

While the Catholic Church has emphasized that marriage is the union of one man and one woman, that it is indissoluble and that the couple must be open to having children, the Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith said it was time to emphasize the importance of it being the exclusive union of two people who form a bond they share with no one else.

Full story here:

CNS photos/Vatican Media

 

Catholic Arena

Pope Leo XIV has called Cardinals back to Rome for an "Extraordinary Consistory."  

The Vatican has confirmed that the Holy Father is gathering his advisors in January for a major strategy session. This is the first time the new American Pope has called such a meeting, and rumours are swirling that the agenda is wide open.  

​The Question: If you had a seat at that table, which one crisis would you demand they fix first?

A) The confusion over the Latin Mass?

B) The decline in vocations?

C) The persecution of Christians abroad?

​Tell us your "Priority #1" and why it matters most to you. 👇

 
 
 

OSV News

3 months after fatal shooting, Minneapolis church is restored for worship

 

LIFESITE NEWS

Massive Hindu idol bigger than Statue of Liberty to be installed in North Carolina

 

 

Life Site News

Trump State Dept. declares abortions, euthanasia, transgender surgeries ‘human rights violations’

 

CRUX

US to restrict visas for Nigerians, family members involved in violence against Christians

 

CRUX

USCCB elects new president, vice-president at fall plenary

National Catholic Register

U.S. Bishops Elect Archbishop Paul S. Coakley as USCCB President

 

Aleteia

US bishops to consecrate nation to Sacred Heart

 

CRUX

US bishops officially ban gender-transition care at Catholic hospitals

 

Aleteia

U.S. bishops issue “Special Message”

on immigration

 

Catholic News Agency

U.S. bishops receive briefing on artificial intelligence

 

 

Despite its enormous significance, skipping a funeral Mass and instead opting for a graveside service or ‘celebration of life’ for a loved one has become increasingly common among U.S. Catholics.

 
 

National Catholic Register

Altar Rail Gets Reprieve at North Carolina Church

It will stay indefinitely at St. Mark Catholic Church, while the Diocese of Charlotte awaits liturgical changes from the Bishop Michael Martin.

 

Catholic News Herald

Three men ordained deacons in Hendersonville

 
 
 

 

St. Ann Catholic School

Yesterday we had the joy of welcoming over 300 grandparents and special guests to St. Ann!  Our second annual St. Nicholas Grandparents Day Breakfast was filled with lots of love, laughter, delicious pancakes, and a special visit from Santa and St. Nicholas!  A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us from near and far, and to our incredible volunteers who helped make this morning such a memorable success. Your time and energy made all the difference!

* Some photos were captured by Megan Hitchens Photography. More to come!

#raisingsaints

 

Catholic News Herald

Father Reid returns to full-time parish ministry after 5 years as Vicar of Education

 

Catholic News Herald

Belmont Abbey College names retired general and Oblate as new president

 

Catholic News Herald

‘Together in Holiness’ conference focuses on building hope in marriages

 

Catholic News Herald

Tiny houses make a big impact on local homeless veterans

What an unforgettable evening! Our 31st Annual Fundraising Banquet “Expectant Hope” was a beautiful celebration of life, hope, and faith. With guest speaker @lilaroseofficial, founder and president of @liveactionorg, we were reminded of the power of truth, courage, and compassion in defending life and supporting women and children.  Thank you to everyone who joined us, prayed with us, and continues to make MiraVia’s mission possible. Your love and generosity truly change lives. #MiraViaLife

 

Catholic News Herald

Couples celebrate saying ‘yes' during jubilee wedding anniversary Mass

 

Catholic News Herald

St. Lawrence Basilica celebrates beginning of historic renovations

 
 

Catholic Grandparents Association of the Charlotte Diocese (Family Life) held their first meeting at St. Philip the Apostle in Statesville October 18. Kathy Consler (St. Matthew) led the enthusiastic group discussion. Parishioners from St. Ann, St. Luke, St. Mark, St. Thérèse and Queen of the Apostles were among those in attendance. For more information on sponsoring a CGA meeting at your parish please contact:

Kathy Consler cgakac24@gmail.com

 

St. Joseph College Seminary

 

Father Kauth asked that some dirt that was moved to make room for the new chapel be added to the small hill located behind the construction site.  By raising this hill, Father created a great vantage point from which to survey progress.  Our general contractor, Edifice, is doing great, and the project is on time and on budget. You can follow along from the comfort of your home or office by visiting the construction cam HERE

The columns and beams have now been joined for 2/3 of the chapel, and studs are being added in addition to the inner roof.

Please pray for the safety of our construction workers.

 

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Catholic News Herald

Local seminary’s impact reflected in

new clergy

 

We are blessed to have the Daughters of the Virgin Mother here at the seminary and in our diocese. The other day, Whitney Hetzel brought two members of the Sisters of Mary (https://worldvillages.org/), one of whom works in Tanzania and the other in Mexico, to meet with Mother Mary Raphael and the other sisters. It is always extra joyful when sisters visit with sisters. From left to right: Sr. Mary Agatha Rose, Sr. Mary Jacinta, Sr. Marilyn, Mother Mary Raphael, Sr. Margie Cheong, Whitney Hetzel, Christy George, and Sr. Mary Philomena. Please pray for all of our sisters and consider supporting their missions.

Charlotte Latin Mass Community

 

UPDATE: At the November presbyteral council meeting Bishop Michael Martin requested that the use of altar rails be discontinued in the diocese. We are hearing the meeting was contentious and 3 hours long. Canon lawyers were referenced.

Priests & faithful: he can ask but cannot command. USE THE RAILS!

[To our understanding this applies to all Novus Ordo masses and does not apply to the Latin Mass chapel in Mooresville].

 

 

75% of Charlotte Seminarians Come from Parishes with Altar Rails

Does a Bishop Have Authority to Ban Communion Rails?

Fr. Pius Pietrzyk

 
 

𝘊𝘩𝘢𝘳𝘭𝘰𝘵𝘵𝘦 𝘪𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘯𝘦𝘸𝘴 𝘢𝘨𝘢𝘪𝘯; 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘵𝘪𝘮𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘴𝘦𝘤𝘶𝘭𝘢𝘳 𝘮𝘦𝘥𝘪𝘢. 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘵𝘰𝘯𝘦 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘤𝘩𝘰𝘪𝘤𝘦 𝘰𝘧 𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘥𝘴 𝘪𝘴𝘯’𝘵 𝘴𝘶𝘳𝘱𝘳𝘪𝘴𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘞𝘢𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘯𝘨𝘵𝘰𝘯 𝘗𝘰𝘴𝘵. 𝘈𝘭𝘴𝘰, 𝘉𝘪𝘴𝘩𝘰𝘱 𝘔𝘢𝘳𝘵𝘪𝘯 (𝘶𝘯𝘭𝘪𝘬𝘦 𝘳𝘦𝘲𝘶𝘦𝘴𝘵𝘴 𝘧𝘳𝘰𝘮 𝘌𝘞𝘛𝘕 𝘰𝘳 𝘕𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘭 𝘊𝘢𝘵𝘩𝘰𝘭𝘪𝘤 𝘙𝘦𝘨𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘳), 𝘢𝘱𝘱𝘢𝘳𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘭𝘺 𝘴𝘱𝘰𝘬𝘦 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘞𝘢𝘗𝘰.

 

Traditionalists push Pope Leo to resurrect the Latin Mass:

The Latin Mass has become toxically politicized and is posing a test for Pope Leo XIV as traditionalists call on him to reverse restrictions imposed by Pope Francis.  

October 19,… See more

 

The Charlotte Latin Mass Community, (CLMC) is a private association of the faithful as defined by Canon Law (Can. 299 §1 and Can. 215).  We are Catholic faithful in the Charlotte area who strive in a common endeavor to pass down the traditional Catholic Faith to our children and to worship through the traditional Latin Rite liturgy of the Roman Catholic Church. We subject ourselves in full docility to the authentic authority of our Bishop, His Excellency Michael Martin, and the Holy Father, Pope Leo XIV; which is to protect and defend the Catholic faith and the sacred deposit of tradition. MORE

 
 

These are tough times to navigate. The Charlotte Latin Mass Community would like to make our position clear:

MORE

 

Something historic is happening in the Carolinas.

Our recent announcement that the SSPX General Council has given approval for us to begin searching for land to build The New Saint Anthony’s — has already reached tens of thousands of Catholics across the country. The growth, excitement, and grace surrounding our chapel is undeniable.

We’re witnessing a rare moment: young families, vocations, and unwavering fidelity to Catholic Tradition is outgrowing our current chapel. A new home isn’t just a dream anymore — it’s a necessity. And God is opening the doors.

We invite Catholics everywhere — families, benefactors, and all who love the Faith — to join us in this next chapter.

Be part of building a Catholic future in the South.

👉 Subscribe to The New Saint Anthony’s interest list:

https://gaggle.email/join/nsa@gaggle.email

Together, with God’s grace, we will build something beautiful for Him that will endure for generations.

 

#catholic #catholicfaith #catholicism #latinmass #TLM #sspx #tradition #TraditionalLatinMass #Saints #charlotte #charlottenc #NorthCarolina #nc #christianity

 

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CRUX

Traditionalists rejoice that top US cardinal allowed to celebrate old Latin Mass at St. Peter’s

 

Latin Mass Society

The Winter edition of Mass of Ages is now available.

This issue marks the close of the Latin Mass Society’s sixtieth anniversary year, along with the return of the Traditional Latin Mass to St Peter’s Basilica

Other features include:

➡️ The sanctity of St Thérèse: Daniel Jahansouz on why sanctity lies in doing “ordinary things with extraordinary love.”

➡️ The Millennial Church Comes of Age: Louis Maciel reports from the WeBelieve Festival, where a new generation of Catholics celebrate faith and tradition.

➡️ Made Holy to Her Name: Christian Jenkins reports from the Pilgrimage of Our Lady of Christendom.

➡️ Popish Elvet: Paul Waddington explores the Catholic history of St Cuthbert’s Church, Durham.

➡️ The Five First Saturdays: Fr Thomas Crean OP reflects on the life of St Lucia dos Santos; prophetess of Fatims.

Read the magazine online here

 
 
 

Catholic News & Events in Raleigh

 

Diocese of Raleigh FACEBOOK Page

 

Catholic Vote

Raleigh’s Catholic revival: A model of grace and growth

 
 
 

Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church - Indian Land, SC

It is our honor to share with you the joyful news that our pastor, The Very Rev. Jeffrey F. Kirby, STD, VF, has recently been appointed as the new Dean of the Rock Hill Deanery in the Diocese of Charleston.  A Dean is a senior priest who assists the Bishop by working with a cluster of priests and parishes entrusted to him (called a deanery) in fulfilling the mission of the Church. There are seven Deans in the Diocese of Charleston. Father Kirby has been appointed the Dean of the Rock Hill Deanery, which includes Lancaster, York, and Chester Counties.  We invite all to keep Father Kirby in prayer as he begins this important mission. May the Holy Spirit guide him in wisdom, compassion, and faith. Congratulations, Father Kirby!

 

Catholic News & Events in South Carolina

 

Diocese of Charleston FACEBOOK Page

 

Roman Catholic Diocese of Charleston

Bishop Jacques Fabre-Jeune, CS, has outlined a vision for the next five years called Via Fidelis. This journey of faith aims to teach Catholics of South Carolina so that we help spread the Gospel and win hearts for God’s goodness, mercy, love, justice and peace.  Learn more about this exciting journey for our diocese here: charlestondiocese.org/via-fidelis

 
 

"What a powerful moment to be with my shepherd and share the joy of the gospel."

Bishop Jacques Fabre-Jeune, CS

Bishop Fabre met with Pope Leo XIV on June 26…

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