Day: January 7, 2026
Jan. 6 Tuesday after Epiphany; Opt. Mem. of St. André Bessette, Religious (US); Epiphany (in some dioceses), Opt. Mem.
In the USA the Church celebrates the Optional Memorial of Saint André Bessette (1845-1937) was born near Quebec, and entered the Congregation of the Holy Cross as a Brother. He performed humble tasks for over forty years and entrusted all of the poor and sick who flocked to his cell to the care of St. … Read more
Pope Leo XIV closes St. Peter’s Holy Door, concluding Jubilee of Hope
Pope Leo XIV closes the Holy Door of St. Peter’s Basilica, concluding the Jubilee of Hope, on January 6, 2026. / Vatican Media Vatican City, Jan 6, 2026 / 07:00 am (CNA). Pope Leo XIV on Tuesday closed the Holy Door of St. Peter’s Basilica, bringing the ordinary Holy Year to an end — a … Read more
Pope Leo XIV says God is found in humble places, not in prestige
Pope Leo XIV celebrates Mass in St. Peter’s Basilica at the Vatican on Jan. 6, 2026. / Credit: Daniel Ibáñez/EWTN News Vatican City, Jan 6, 2026 / 08:45 am (CNA). Celebrating the solemnity of the Epiphany in St. Peter’s Basilica on Tuesday, Pope Leo XIV said God’s saving presence is revealed not “in a prestigious … Read more