The 10th National Eucharistic Congress in Indianapolis, which took place from July 17-21, 2024, was a resounding success, with a strong focus on Christ in the Eucharist and a profound impact on the Catholic Church in the United States.
The five days of the 10th National Eucharistic Congress in Indianapolis could not have ended in a more fitting way -- with the celebration of the Eucharist with more than 50,000 people gathered at Lucas Oil Stadium.
There are few Catholics in the country, and even the world, who don’t know the name of Father Mike Schmitz. The college campus ministry chaplain from the Diocese of Duluth, Minnesota, and the keynote for the National Eucharistic Congress' July 18 revival
OSV News editor-in-chief Gretchen R. Crowe reflects on her experience at a wedding where the homilist preached on a verse from Psalm 34, “Magnify the Lord with me; let us exalt his name together." Crowe argues that we can apply this verse
All parents, to some degree, know what it means to surrender their time and plans for their children. But sometimes God asks us to surrender in moments when we really, really don’t feel like it. OSV News editor-in-chief Gretchen Crowe explores how
Early in his pontificate, Pope Francis told young people gathered for World Youth Day to "Make a mess!" Some might say that, over the years, he has followed his own advice, especially when holding a microphone or speaking with a journalist. OSV
OSV News editor-in-chief Gretchen Crowe reflects on the nature of gift and on three virtues that help us to give gifts, to receive gifts and to appreciate the gifts given to others. And it is humility that allows us to recognize everything
In February, the Church marked 166 years since Mary appeared near a stream in Lourdes, France. It's been 165 years since she appeared in Champion, Wisconsin; 493 since Tepeyac Hill; 91 years since Belgium. The list goes on. Though Catholics are not
On April 8, a total solar eclipse in North America will coincide with the Solemnity of the Annunciation. OSV News editor-in-chief Gretchen R. Crowe points out the connection between the moon’s shadow falling on Earth and Mary being “overshadowed” by the Holy
As we prepare to enter into the most sacred days of the liturgical year, we have a prime opportunity to make up for any shortcomings that may have been part of our Lent this year, or to “level up” for a strong