The inclusion of Saint John Henry Newman in the General Roman Calendar, which follows upon his proclamation as a Doctor of the Universal Church, is intended to present his figure as an outstanding example of the constant search for the truth that enlightens and saves.
The kindly light of God’s grace, which came into this world to enlighten the gentiles (cf. Lk 2: 32), led John Henry Newman to find peace in the Catholic Church…
On 8 November 2025, Sr. Christiane Fritsch FSO, secretary of the Newman Centre and speaker at this jubilee audience, presented the Holy Father with a portrait of Newman.
On 4 November 2025, Sr. Brigitte Hoegemann FSO, supported by the prayers of her community, passed away at the Thalbach Convent in Bregenz (Austria).
During a solemn Mass celebrated on the Solemnity of All Saints (1 November 2025) in the context of the Jubilee of the World of Education, Pope Leo XIV proclaimed Saint John Henry Newman a Doctor of the Universal Church. The … Continued
BBC Article by Ethan Gudge
Together with many Newman friends around the world, we are delighted that Pope Leo XIV confirmed on 31st July 2025 that St John Henry Newman will soon be elevated to the rank of Doctor of the Church.
Dear Newman Friends, On December 31st, 2022, Benedict XVI was called home into eternity by the Lord. The late Pope was one of the most renowned Newman friends. He cherished Newman from an early age and was able to beatify … Continued
On April 29th, 2023, the Papal Basilica of St. Paul Outside-the-Walls in Rome hosted a magnificent performance of Sir Edward Elgar’s masterpiece, The Dream of Gerontius. Composed in 1900, this oratorio is the musical setting of the famous poem, written … Continued
“To see Sisters who are seriously interested in John Henry Newman and at the same time have a great love of cooking, I found this combination very original!” These were the words Benedict XVI used years later to describe his … Continued
