Archive for November 5, 2013
Pope: our strength, hope is in the mercy of God
At a special Mass honoring all of the bishops and cardinals who have died during the past year, Pope Francis... Read more
Indian diocese goes 'green' at intercultural festival
The Diocese of Miao, located in far north-east India, is promoting stewardship of the environment by choosing to give saplings... Read more
Defending marriage is critical for society, Bishop Conley warns
Warning that a “fierce debate on the future of marriage” is coming to Nebraska, Bishop James Conley of Lincoln emphasized... Read more
Pro-life groups say McAuliffe too 'extreme' for Va. governor
As Virginians head to the polls to elect their next governor, pro-life groups are urging voters to consider the ‘extreme’... Read more
Musician blends Tango, classic styles in Mass composition
At a festival in Rome, an Argentinian composer noted the need for sacred music in modern society and spoke of... Read more
Vatican releases preparatory document for synod on family
At a press conference Tuesday, the Vatican released the official preparatory document on the upcoming synod of bishops on the... Read more
Pope Francis: Christians are 'called to a party'
During his daily Mass Pope Francis said that at the essence of Christianity is an invitation to the Lord’s feast,... Read more
Vatican nunciature to Syria hit by mortar; no casualties
The Vatican's nunciature in Damascus was hit by a mortar round at 6:30 am on Tuesday, damaging the building but... Read more
US bishops: employment bill is wrong solution to discrimination
A bill to prohibit workplace discrimination against homosexual and transgender persons poses serious threats to religious freedom and undermines the... Read more
