February 4, 2026
St. John Henry Newman, a British-born scholar who dedicated much of his life to the combination of faith and intellect at universities, is pictured in an undated portrait. In a decree published by the Vatican Feb. 3, 2026, Pope Leo XIV added the feast day of St. John Henry Newman to the General Roman Calendar so that "his Optional Memorial be celebrated by all on Oct. 9." (OSV News file photo/Crosiers)
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Pope adds feast day of St. John Henry Newman to universal calendar
Pope adds feast day of St. John Henry Newman to universal calendar
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