Archive for July 26, 2016

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Cardinal Dziwisz talks Krakow, Saint John Paul II

As World Youth Day approaches, the Archbishop of Krakow recently spoke with EWTN Deutschland about the “city of saints” hosting... Read more

Pope Francis prays with journalists on the papal flight. August, 2014. ?w=200&h=150

By Ann Schneible

Pope condemns 'absurd violence' after priest is killed in French church

Pope Francis has decried the “absurd violence” which has left an elderly priest dead after his church in northern France... Read more

Pope Francis at the Divine Mercy Vigil in St. Peter's Square, April 2, 2016. ?w=200&h=150

By Elise Harris

Pope Francis goes to Krakow tomorrow – here's what to watch for

Many special moments are anticipated during Pope Francis' visit to Poland this week for World Youth Day, especially considering his... Read more

Cardinal Stanislaw Dziwisz says the opening Mass for World Youth Day in Krakow's Blonia Park, July 26, 2016. ?w=200&h=150

Let the fire of faith enkindle the world, cardinal tells WYD pilgrims

Cardinal Stanislaw Dziwisz’s welcome to World Youth Day pilgrims on Tuesday had a stirring reminder: it is up to them... Read more

Pope Francis prays before the tombs of his predecessors in the grotto of St. Peter's Basilica, Nov. 2, 2015. ?w=200&h=150

Pope Francis to pray at John Paul II's tomb with kids who have cancer

Before taking off for WYD in Krakow, Pope Francis will pray at the tomb of St. John Paul II alongside... Read more

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French bishops declare day of fasting after priest's murder

In response to the murder of Father Jacques Hamel by believed Islamic State sympathizers, the French bishops have designated Friday,... Read more

A protestor marches through downtown Philadelphia, PA during the DNC on July 25, 2016. ?w=200&h=150

By Kevin J. Jones

Leaked e-mails show DNC meetings with anti-religious freedom project

Leaked emails from the Democratic National Committee show efforts to arrange a meeting with a key NGO working to end... Read more

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Tim Kaine, a Catholic VP? Bishops voice their concerns

After Senator Tim Kaine, a Catholic from Virginia, was named Hillary Clinton’s running mate last week, several bishops spoke out... Read more

Hands in prayer at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Denver, Jan. 17, 2015. ?w=200&h=150

From Philadelphia, prayers for a better country as DNC meets

As Democratic Party leaders met to choose a presidential nominee and party platform, Philadelphia’s Catholic basilica hosted an interreligious prayer... Read more