Archive for February 18, 2013

Cardinal Gianfranco Ravasi speaks to the Pontifical Council for Culture on Feb. 6, 2013. ?w=200&h=150

Pope's retreat focuses on faces of God and man

Along with the rest of the Roman Curia, Pope Benedict XVI began his second day of spiritual exercises by reflecting... Read more

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Mother who cooked for Pope recalls his paternal care

A woman who helped cook for the Pope during his visit to Spain in 2011 said the Holy Father looked... Read more

Fra' Matthew Festing, the 79th Prince and Grand Master of the Sovereign Military Order of Malta, speaks with CNA at the Knights of Malta's headquarters in Rome on Feb 18. ?w=200&h=150

Knights of Malta leader praises Pope's character

As Pope Benedict XVI serves his last days in office, the head of the Knights of Malta paid tribute to... Read more

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Priest conceived in rape recounts journey to forgive father

A priest who was conceived in rape when his mother was only 13 years old is sharing the story of... Read more

Speaker John Boehner administers the oath of office to members of the 113th Congress Jan 3, 2013. ?w=200&h=150

Archbishop implores Congress to protect conscience rights

In anticipation of upcoming legislation, Archbishop William E. Lori of Baltimore urged the nation’s lawmakers to work this year “to... Read more