Archive for April 25, 2007
Benedict invites Catholics to “a prayerful reading” of scripture
In today's general audience Benedict XVI dedicated his catechesis to Origen of Alexandria, a third century historian and "one of... Read more
Orlando Diocese to verify 'crying' statue of Mary
Officials of the Diocese of Orlando are expected to visit a local shop and verify a marble statue of the... Read more
Presidential candidates discuss politics and Catholic faith
Two 2008 U.S. presidential candidates — both Catholic — discussed their differing views and positions on politics and public policy... Read more
Religious groups, leaders advocate U.S. Farm Bill reforms
As Congress begins the work of reauthorizing the U.S. Farm Bill, more than a dozen Christian churches and faith-based organizations... Read more
Abortion legalized in Mexican capital
On Tuesday evening the Legislative Assembly of Mexico City, dominated by members of the leftist Party of the Democratic Revolution,... Read more
Australian Cardinal says Virginia Tech shootings demonstrate need for community
The tragedy at Virginia Tech demonstrates the human need for others and the devastating effect of isolation and loneliness in... Read more
Pontifical Council sends message to Buddhists: education for peace begins with family values
Made public today was the annual message to the world’s Buddhists as they celebrate their Feast of Vesakh. The message,... Read more
Martyrs of the Armenian holocaust remembered in Holy Land
On Tuesday the Franciscans charged with the care of the Holy Land celebrated the “Day of Memory of the Armenian... Read more
Congress inspired in messages of Pope Benedict XVI at WMF Valencia 2006 concludes in Spain
This past Sunday, the Diocese of Segovia concluded a congress on the messages of Pope Benedict XVI during the World... Read more
Vatican official denounces “terrorism” of abortion and euthanasia
The Secretary of the Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith, Archbishop Angelo Amato, said abortion and euthanasia represent “terrorism... Read more
Persecution of the Church comes with faithfulness, says Argentinean Cardinal
In his opening address for the 93rd Plenary Assembly of the Bishops’ Conference of Argentina, conference president Cardinal Jorge Bergoglio... Read more
Japanese Manga promoting vocations in the U.K.
In anticipation of the World Day of Prayer for Vocations – which the Church celebrates this coming Sunday, the 29th... Read more
