Archive for November 11, 2013
The sick are not merely 'objects of charity,' Pope reflects
In a meeting with an Italian organization dedicated to helping those in poor health go on pilgrimage, Pope Francis reminded... Read more
Rome sabbatical aims to renew priests through prayer, formation
A special sabbatical program invites priests to come to the Eternal City to rest and receive classes on topics relevant... Read more
Apostolic nuncio calls US bishops to deeper Christian witness
At the opening of the U.S. bishops’ autumn conference, the Pope’s representative urged the diocesan shepherds to a more profound... Read more
Defend persecuted Christians, Cardinal Dolan urges bishops
Cardinal Timothy M. Dolan, president of the U.S. bishops’ conference, urged his fellow bishops to be advocates of Christians persecuted... Read more
New bishop in England looks forward to working with poor, weak
Monsignor Mark O'Toole, whom Pope Francis appointed Bishop of Plymouth on Saturday, has said he is humbled by the appointment... Read more
Pope Francis to meet with Vladimir Putin
Pope Francis will meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Nov. 25 at the Vatican, according to the director of... Read more
Caritas aid agency provides relief to typhoon-wrecked Philippines
In the devastating wake of Typhoon Haiyan in the Philippines, Caritas, a relief agency of the Church, has rushed to... Read more
Synod, evangelization discussed at bishops' meeting
During the first day of their fall meeting in Baltimore, the U.S. bishops discussed themes and priorities for their work... Read more
