Archive for July 4, 2013

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Lawsuit seeks to uncover influences on HHS mandate policy

The Diocese of Pittsburgh has filed a lawsuit charging that the federal government created illegal barriers to its request for... Read more

Rene Brulhart, Director of the Vatican Financial Information Authority, speaks to the press about the Vatican's finances on May 22, 2013. ?w=200&h=150

By Andrea Gagliarducci

Despite setbacks, Vatican Bank undergoing important evolution

News that Vatican Financial Intelligence Authority (AIF) has been admitted to a global network of financial oversight agencies proves that... Read more

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Laity must help restore religious liberty, Cardinal Wuerl says

To renew respect for religious freedom in society, the Church needs lay people who live out their religious beliefs with love,... Read more

Pope Francis addresses the bishops of Italy in a solemn Profession of Faith in St Peters Basilica for their 65th General Assembly May 23, 2013. ?w=200&h=150

Pope: Christ gives us 'identity card' of freedom, salvation

During daily Mass on Thursday, Pope Francis explained that Christians are free because of Jesus, who gives them their identity... Read more

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Bishops stress need to secure voting rights

In the wake of a U.S. Supreme Court decision that struck down part of the Voting Rights Act, the U.S.... Read more