A Word from Cardinal Dolan: Mary, Mother of the Church 

| 05/20/2024

By: Cardinal Timothy M. Dolan

Yesterday, we celebrated Pentecost, the birthday of the Church.

The Church is our family, and every family needs a mother. That’s why Pope Francis declared the day after Pentecost as the feast of Mary, Mother of the Church. Today we celebrate that feast day.

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By:

Archbishop Ronald Hicks

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The pope tells clergy to resist digital shortcuts and cultivate authentic friendships with young people.

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OSV News

| 02/22/2026

As war enters its fourth year, Pope Leo XIV calls for the silence of weapons and a just and lasting peace.

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OSV News

| 02/22/2026