Archive for December 12, 2013

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Thai community pays tribute to 'unsung hero' Father Ray Brennan

Observing the tenth anniversary of the death of Fr. Ray Brennan, a Redemptorist missionary from the U.S., the Thai community... Read more

Rep. Smith joins a clean water distribution line operated by Catholic Relief Services and USAID to talk with victims of the typhoon. ?w=200&h=150

By Kevin J. Jones,Adelaide Mena

Congressman highlights ongoing Philippines recovery efforts

Despite facing a long path to recovery after the devastation of Typhoon Haiyan, the people of the Philippines have not... Read more

Robert Mugabe, President of the Republic of Zimbabwe on Sept. 26, 2013. ?w=200&h=150

Zimbabwean bishops concerned by polarization after elections

The bishops of Zimbabwe have released a proposal for restoration and peace in the country following the national elections which... Read more

Pope Francis in St. Peter's Square during the Wednesday general audience on Nov. 27, 2013 ?w=200&h=150

By Elise Harris

God speaks to us 'with the voice of a child,' Pope reflects

During his daily Mass Pope Francis reflected on how God lowers himself to converse on our level, and encouraged those... Read more

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Puerto Rico layman could become second black saint from Americas

Pope Francis has approved the heroic virtues of Servant of God Rafael Cordero Molina, a layman from Puerto Rico who... Read more

Pope Francis greets pilgrims in St. Peter's Square before the Wednesday general audience October 30, 2013. ?w=200&h=150

By Elise Harris

Fraternity is the 'foundation' of peace, Pope's message says

Pope Francis' first message for the World Day of Peace was issued today by the Vatican, revealing the pontiff's special... Read more

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Pope names two new bishops for Mississippi and Texas

Pope Francis has named two U.S. priests as the next bishops of the Dioceses of Jackson, Miss. and San Angelo,... Read more

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Pope highlights 'joy of the Church' on Twitter anniversary

One year after the official opening of the papal Twitter account, Pope Francis invited his nearly 11 million followers on... Read more

Rome's Basilica of San Nicola in Carcere holds the first copy of the image of Our Lady of Guadalupe, and celebrates her Feast Dec. 12, 2013. ?w=200&h=150

By Alan Holdren

Rome's near-abandoned Guadalupe shrine marks feast

Several hundred yards from the heart of the ancient forum, devotees are gathering in the run-down Basilica of San Nicola... Read more