Articles by Francesca Pollio Fenton
Here’s how to pray the official novena to soon-to-be saint Carlo Acutis
Apr 17, 2025 / 14:34 pmCarlo Acutis will be canonized during the Church’s Jubilee for Teenagers on April 27 in St. Peter’s Square and this is the novena the Church is praying leading up to the event.
‘The Chosen’ hits milestone as creator reflects on powerful Last Supper portrayal
Apr 17, 2025 / 06:00 amDallas Jenkins, creator of “The Chosen,” along with some of the actors from the show shared their experiences of filming Season 5 of the popular Christian series.
The most common questions about Palm Sunday — and their answers
Apr 13, 2025 / 04:00 amHere is a list of the most popular questions about Palm Sunday and their answers.
First baby born through donated womb in the UK is cause for ethical concerns, expert says
Apr 11, 2025 / 14:11 pmA baby born in the United Kingdom is being called “a little miracle” for being the first child in the country to be born to a mother using a donated womb.
4 digital content creators discuss their role in the Church’s mission of evangelization
Apr 6, 2025 / 07:00 amCNA spoke to a handful of digital evangelists about their work and their use of digital media to spread the Gospel.
New movie to depict story of fourth-century saint through modern-day gangland drama
Apr 6, 2025 / 06:00 am“Moses the Black,” a film about a fourth-century monk who became a revered saint in both the east and west, is scheduled to begin production later this year.
This is Pope Francis’ prayer intention for the month of April
Apr 1, 2025 / 12:12 pmPope Francis’ prayer intention for the month of April is for the use of new technologies.
New documentary on Blessed Carlo Acutis aims to show that holiness is possible today
Apr 1, 2025 / 06:00 amThe latest installment in the Augustine Institute’s “Based on a True Saint” series, “The Boy from Milan,” focuses on soon-to-be saint Carlo Acutis.
Jonathan Roumie discusses Season 5 of ‘The Chosen’: ‘For me, it was living out liturgy’
Mar 28, 2025 / 06:00 am“The Chosen: Last Supper" has officially been released in theaters across the country, focusing on the events of Holy Week.
Mel Gibson’s ‘The Resurrection of the Christ’ to begin shooting in Italy this August
Mar 26, 2025 / 16:15 pmIn an interview with podcast host Joe Rogan, Mel Gibson said the film is “very ambitious” and the story follows “the fall of the angels to the death of the last apostle.”
8 Catholic universities get ready to compete in NCAA men’s basketball tournament
Mar 18, 2025 / 15:10 pmSeveral of the Catholic institutions in this year’s March Madness tournmant are making history.
Cast of ‘The Chosen’ tease what’s in store for their characters in Season 5
Mar 16, 2025 / 06:00 am“The Chosen: Last Supper” will be released in theaters in three parts — Part 1 on March 28, Part 2 on April 4, and Part 3 on April 11.
St. Josemaría Escrivá’s ‘The Way’ tops Amazon charts thanks to Hallow’s Lent challenge
Mar 15, 2025 / 09:00 amThe book consists of 999 points that aim to help the faithful pray and encourage them to love God, live for him, and converse with him.
Special Olympics World Winter Games kicks off in Turin, Italy, with 1,500 athletes
Mar 11, 2025 / 16:15 pmOne of the largest inclusive sports events of the year, the games mark the first Special Olympics World Winter Games since 2017.
PHOTOS: Remembering moments of grace and mercy when the COVID pandemic shut the world down
Mar 11, 2025 / 06:00 amOn the fifth anniversary of the COVID-19 pandemic and lockdowns around the world, CNA takes a look at some of the most grace-filled moments.
International Women’s Day: 10 inspiring quotes from Catholic female saints
Mar 8, 2025 / 11:00 amOn International Women’s Day, Christians can look to the wise words of female saints who serve as role models for women around the world.
New movie ‘The Last Supper’ depicts Jesus’ last days told through the eyes of his followers
Mar 8, 2025 / 06:00 am“The Last Supper” will be released on March 14 in theaters across the United States.
This is Pope Francis’ prayer intention for the month of March
Mar 4, 2025 / 13:10 pmPope Francis’ prayer intention for the month of March is for families in crisis.
5 Catholic resources to help you grow closer to Jesus this Lent
Mar 2, 2025 / 07:00 amThese five resources provide opportunities to grow in faith during the 40 days of Lent.
Patriarch of Jerusalem discusses Holy Land at screening of film on Palestinian Christians
Feb 24, 2025 / 15:05 pmThe film “Via Dolorosa” depicts the Christian presence in Palestine and is narrated through the eyes of Christians there, capturing moments that have shaped their history.