All Catholic articles
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OpinionNicaragua’s Easter crackdown on Christians is no anomaly
Christians in Nicaragua are being subjected to a disturbingly routine suppression by their government – yet, as Ellis Heasley reports, the Church remains committed to voicing its faith
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OpinionPope Francis (1936-2025): The people’s pope
Pope Francis has died at the age of 88. He was the Bishop of Rome from 2013 to 2025 in a papacy characterised by a dedication to the marginalised and a deep care for God’s creation. Though his time in office was not free from criticism and controversy, it was one that will leave a lasting impact on Catholics around the world, says Catherine Pepinster
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OpinionThe Christian faith of JD Vance
The once ‘hillbilly’ evangelical is now a powerful Catholic. Heather Tomlinson explores the changing faith of the Vice President of the United States
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Regular ColumnistsShould I be Catholic or Protestant?
Tom Wright gives his answer to a reader’s question
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News Analysis10,000 young people just worshipped Jesus at Wembley Arena
As thousands of teenagers gathered for the UK’s largest Catholic youth event, AJ Gomez was there to report on the hopeful message being given to the next generation
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ReviewsMarvel’s Daredevil is a Christian. Born Again has a lot to live up to
As the only character in the Marvel Cinematic Universe whose Christian faith is a central aspect of his story, Daredevil: Born Again offers not just the adventures of a gritty crime drama, but a real exploration of spiritual struggle. Giles Gough explains why we should pay close attention
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OpinionWhat Wolf Hall teaches us about the Reformation
Whether historically accurate or not, the BBC’s Wolf Hall gives us an insight into the events that surrounded the greatest schism in Church history. It is a timely reminder of the importance of Christian unity, says Tony Wilson
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ReviewsConclave: This enthralling papal thriller is a must-watch
Ralph Fiennes captivates as a cardinal thrust into the fierce politics of the Vatican, says our reviewer
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ReviewsThe Bible is not safe
This global history of the Bible is full of fascinating stories, says our reviewer
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News AnalysisMillions have flocked to Medjugorje. What should we make of claimed visions of the Virgin Mary?
Last week the Vatican welcomed what it calls “abundant spiritual fruits” in the Bosnian town of Medjugorje, but has stopped short of validating the claimed Marian apparitions that have reportedly taken place there in recent years. Heather Tomlinson explains the full story
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Magazine FeaturesWhy touring Central America with Justin Welby was a profound experience
For journalist Kelly Valencia, accompanying the Archbishop of Canterbury on his tour of Central America was more than just a job. It was a personal reminder of the trials faced by her own family – and how the Church helped them
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OpinionArrested for praying? Justice has finally been done, but the fight isn’t over
Isabel Vaughan-Spruce has won £13,000 payout and an apology from police after being arrested for silently praying outside an abortion clinic. It’s good news, but freedom of speech could still be restricted in the UK, warns the Evangelical Alliance’s Danny Webster
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Interviews‘I was a racist. But God’s love changed my heart’
A former member of the far right speaks out about the need for conversion to the love of Christ as the answer to the violence on our streets
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OpinionPope Francis isn’t liberal on LGBT issues
The Catholic Church’s teaching on sexuality shows no signs of fundamentally changing, and the media are wrong to expect it to, says Michael Coren. The reports the Pope has again used a gay slur in a closed door meeting prove it
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Real LifeA pilgrimage like no other
Kate Orson says following in the footsteps of the Waldensians in Italy made her grateful for freedom and challenged her to start memorising scripture
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Reviews‘Evangelism is the reason for the Church’s existence’ says Pope Francis in new memoir
Pope Francis’ latest book gives readers an insight into how major historical events have shaped and influenced the pontiff, says Catherine Pepinster
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Opinion'Scrapping the cap' on faith schools is good news for everyone, not just Catholics
New Catholic schools in England will no longer have to offer 50 per cent of their places to children of other faiths, according to a recent government announcement. James Somerville-Meikle says the news marks "a huge moment of excitement” for Catholics, and everyone who values parent choice
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OpinionWhy church leaders get Ukraine wrong
Church leaders are wasting their time when they call for Ukraine to negotiate or for Russia to retreat. There’s a reason why they aren’t being listened to, explains John Heathershaw
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Opinion‘People miss the point of Christmas. It’s supposed to be about Jesus’ The faith of Shane MacGowan
The Pogues frontman may be better known for his wild living than anything resembling Christianity, but the rockstar who once contemplated priesthood had a genuine – if complicated – interest in the spiritual, says Tim Bechervaise.
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OpinionIndi Gregory’s death is a scandal. Parents should be allowed to act in their child’s interests
Allowing Indi Gregory to die, rather than be moved abroad for treatment reveals serious flaws in the way British courts decide these cases, says Professor David Albert Jones. The law should be changed in order to better recognise the wishes of parents
