Archive for November 29, 2013

Bishop Machado (L) and Papal Nuncio Arcbishop Salvatore Pennaccio (R) bless a new Church foundation stone. ?w=200&h=150

Indian diocese celebrates 60th anniversary, focuses on catechesis

The Diocese of Belgaum, in southwestern India, celebrated its diamond jubilee this month, and intends to continue building on 60... Read more

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Minnesota diocese to soon launch 'Year of Marriage'

In the wake of Minnesota legalizing same-sex marriage earlier in 2013, the Diocese of Crookston will begin a year dedicated... Read more

Cardinal Robert Sarah President of the Pontifical Council ?w=200&h=150

By Elise Harris

Vatican launches healthcare initiative for Syrian refugee children

The Pontifical Council “Cor Unum” has collaborated with other Catholic organizations in order to arrange a special mission which will... Read more

Pope Francis greets pilgrims during his Wednesday audience on Oct. 2, 2013. ?w=200&h=150

By Elise Harris

Pope Francis: Use intelligence to understand signs of the times

During his daily Mass, Pope Francis spoke of the importance of man's intellect in understanding the Lord, and cautioned those... Read more