Archive for July 28, 2017

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What the Holy See told the UN about Middle East Christians

The Middle East needs peace, human rights, and the continued presence of Christians, a Holy See diplomat told the U.N.... Read more

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By Elise Harris

Who are the martyrs Pope Francis will beatify in Colombia?

During his six-day visit to Colombia in September, Pope Francis will beatify martyrs Bishop Jesús Emilio Jaramillo Monsalve and Fr.... Read more

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With constitution re-write looming, Catholics in Venezuela still looking for solution

Venezuela faces potentially radical changes to its constitution this weekend, after years of economic collapse and shortages.  Read more

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Updated: Gard family announces that Charlie has died

A spokesperson for the parents of terminally ill British infant Charlie Gard has reported that their “beautiful little boy” has... Read more

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Judge axes order reducing jail time for sterilized inmates

Tennessee Judge Sam Benningfield has rescinded his controversial order offering reduced sentences to prisoners who would undergo sterilization procedures.  Read more