Archive for June 1, 2016

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A goodbye to 'Mama Irene,' the woman who adopted 58 kids

Irene Bertoni was 18 years-old during World War II. And it was at this tumultuous time that she discovered God's... Read more

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Pope Francis: Pray to God, not to a mirror

One who prays with humility and self-awareness of his or her sin speaks to God, Pope Francis said on Wednesday,... Read more

Bishop Jacob Muricken, auxiliary bishop of the Syro-Malabarese Diocese of Palai, who is donating his kidney in a June 1, 2016 surgery.?w=200&h=150

This bishop in India is donating his kidney to save a Hindu life

A Syro-Malabar Catholic bishop from the southern Indian state of Kerala has a special way to celebrate the Year of... Read more

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You have my gratitude, Pope Francis tells prison chaplains

Pope Francis has sent a special message to support the work of prison chaplains during the Year of Mercy.  Read more

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Horror over massive gang rape case leaves Brazil reeling

The reported gang rape of a 16-year- old girl by more than 30 men in Rio de Janeiro has sparked... Read more

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Archbishop Chaput clarifies 'Amoris Laetitia' committee

Archbishop Charles Chaput of Philadelphia described as “misleading” an article claiming that his leadership of a working group on the... Read more