Actor Shia LaBeouf recently told ChurchPOP that he currently takes RCIA classes and will receive confirmation within the next year. ChurchPOP English editor Jacqueline Burkepile asked the actor where he considers himself in his current spiritual journey during a May 23 interview regarding his upcoming movie, "Padre Pio." He responded...
St. Padre Pio of Pietrelcina had a strong devotion to our Blessed Mother. He often spoke of her powerful intercession and the importance of praying the Holy Rosary. St. Padre Pio's devotion to Mother Mary was a central aspect of his spiritual life. He considered her a loving and powerful...
The recent story of an alleged incorrupt nun in Missouri drew the attention of many to the remarkable phenomenon of incorrupt bodies of the saints. What’s the big deal with incorruptibility and how does it happen? What does incorruptibility mean? Incorruptibility is the preservation of a person’s body,...
St. Joan of Arc's extraordinary life serves as a testament to the power of faith and obedience to God's will. Her unwavering commitment to her Catholic beliefs, determination to fulfill her divine mission, and ultimate sacrifice embody the essence of a true Catholic hero. Today, she is venerated as a...
Pentecost commemorates the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the Apostles and the birth of the early Church. This outpouring of the Holy Spirit empowered the Apostles to continue Christ's mission of spreading the Good News throughout the world. Pentecost serves as an invitation for Catholics to embrace the Holy...
The "Padre Pio" movie starring actor Shia LaBeouf will hit theaters in the United States on June 2. Shia LaBeouf, who portrays Padre Pio, director Abel Ferrara, and Br. Alex Rodriguez, OFM Cap., who plays Padre Pio's friend and confidant, all sat down with ChurchPOP English editor Jacqueline Burkepile for...
The "Padre Pio" movie starring Shia LaBeouf premiered at the Venice Film Festival in Sept. 2022, just a few weeks prior to St. Padre Pio’s Sept. 23 feast day. The movie now has an official U.S. theatrical release date: June 2. This release falls about one week after...
How can the wisdom of St. Thérèse of Lisieux help us overcome discouragement? We know that joy must be one of the most important marks of a Christian, and learning to find meaning in suffering can be a source of faith and witness for others. But what to do when...
Catholic actress, television host, former CEO, and model Joelle Maryn experienced tremendous grief before making her way to Hollywood. She lost her sister in a house fire at a young age, and her parents never fully recovered from the grief. This loss broke her family, her spirit, and eventually led...
May 15 is the feast of St. Dymphna. St. Dymphna is the patron saint of those suffering from mental, emotional, or nervous disorders. She is the perfect saint to turn to if you feel sad or distressed. St. Dymphna was the daughter of a pagan king in Ireland and a...
The Church celebrates May 31 as the feast of the Visitation of Mary! After the Annunciation account in the Gospel of Luke, the evangelist tells us Mary goes in haste to visit her cousin Elizabeth, who the angel shared was also with child (Luke 1:39–56). After Mary’s...
Actor Shia LaBeouf recently told ChurchPOP that he currently takes RCIA classes and will receive confirmation within the next year. ChurchPOP English editor Jacqueline Burkepile asked the actor where he considers himself in his current spiritual journey during a May 23 interview regarding his upcoming movie, "Padre Pio." He responded...
St. Padre Pio of Pietrelcina had a strong devotion to our Blessed Mother. He often spoke of her powerful intercession and the importance of praying the Holy Rosary. St. Padre Pio's devotion to Mother Mary was a central aspect of his spiritual life. He considered her a loving and powerful...
The recent story of an alleged incorrupt nun in Missouri drew the attention of many to the remarkable phenomenon of incorrupt bodies of the saints. What’s the big deal with incorruptibility and how does it happen? What does incorruptibility mean? Incorruptibility is the preservation of a person’s body,...
Singer Elizabeth Woolridge Grant, better known as Lana Del Rey, visited the Christ the Redeemer statue on Sun., May 28. The 37-year-old singer performed at the MITA Festival in Rio de Janeiro on May 27. She then spent her Sunday visiting the world-famous statue in Brazil. Some Twitter accounts following...
St. Joan of Arc's extraordinary life serves as a testament to the power of faith and obedience to God's will. Her unwavering commitment to her Catholic beliefs, determination to fulfill her divine mission, and ultimate sacrifice embody the essence of a true Catholic hero. Today, she is venerated as a...
Have we fully recognized the deep-seated legacy of Pope Benedict XVI, who waged a relentless battle against modernism? On this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, hosts Ryan Scheel, Ryan DellaCrosse, and Fr. Rich Pagano welcomed esteemed author and educator Joseph Pearce. This enlightening episode discusses the monumental impact Pope...
