Archive for December 5, 2016

Opening Mass for the synod of bishops on the family Oct. 8, 2015. ?w=200&h=150

By Hannah Brockhaus

Two parish priests chosen as next auxiliary bishops of Baltimore

Upon accepting the resignation of Bishop Denis Madden, Pope Francis has appointed two priests to be the next auxiliary bishops... Read more

Jubilee audience in St. Peter's Square with Pope Francis on Nov. 12, 2016. ?w=200&h=150

By Hannah Brockhaus

Pope Francis: Don't whitewash your sins – let God heal you

As Christmas approaches, don't downplay your sins, Pope Francis said. Instead, name them honestly in the Sacrament of Confession, open... Read more

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Pope Francis lauds Middle East effort to save local art, culture

Pope Francis endorsed a recent conference dedicated to the conservation and restoration of art and heritage within the Middle East,... Read more

U.S. Capitol, Senate side. ?w=200&h=150

By Matt Hadro

Disappointment as Senate Republicans drop religious freedom amendment

Senate Republicans agreed to remove a religious liberty amendment from a defense bill earlier this week, after a fierce campaign... Read more

Bishop Michael Burbidge of Arlington, Va. ?w=200&h=150

By Matt Hadro

How the new bishop of Arlington hopes to heal division in society

The Gospel is the answer to a wounded society, the new bishop of Arlington said in the wake of the... Read more