Archive for September 24, 2013

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Denver archbishop: Syrian martyrs are 'model of courage'

Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila of Denver has said that Syrian Catholics killed for their faith offer a “model of courage... Read more

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Holy Childhood Society celebrates 25 years in Colombo

A group which aims to foster a missionary spirit among children celebrated the 25th anniversary of its establishment in the... Read more

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By Elise Harris

Prejudice towards migrants and refugees must end, Pope stresses

In honor of the upcoming World Migration Day, Pope Francis said that the improvement of society demands the end of... Read more

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By Elise Harris

Pope Francis: sacrament of the Eucharist is not a 'magic rite'

During his daily homily, Pope Francis gave special emphasis to the Sacrament of the Holy Eucharist, saying that it is... Read more

Archbishop Bernard Hebda, Coadjutor of Newark, speaking at a press conference Sept. 24, 2013. ?w=200&h=150

Newark archdiocese receives Bishop Hebda as coadjutor

Pope Francis today appointed Archbishop Bernard A. Hebda, who had been serving as Bishop of Gaylord, in northern Michigan, as... Read more

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By Andrea Gagliarducci

Recent Vatican appointments dominated by diplomats, say observers

According to Vatican observers, a Pope Francis “revolution” in the Roman Curia began Sept. 21, when a series of appointments... Read more

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By Andrea Gagliarducci

Pope to be invited to address European Parliament

At an Oct. 11 audience with the Pope, European Parliament president Martin Schulz is expected to formally invite Pope Francis... Read more

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By Michelle La Rosa,Adelaide Mena

New Catholic Voices head eager to help share Church's message

The new head of a Catholic communications training group says he hopes to help the faithful present the complex truths... Read more

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By Adelaide Mena

Global community offers prayers, support after Kenya attack

A deadly terrorist attack at a shopping mall in the capital of Kenya has drawn prayers and condolences from across... Read more