Archive for July 2, 2010
Italian government optimistic court ruling on crucifixes in classrooms will be overturned
The Italian government has expressed optimism about the outcome of an appeal against a European Court of Human Rights (ECHR)... Read more
President's immigration reform speech a 'good sign,' says USCCB migration director
Commenting on President Obama's speech on immigration reform Thursday morning, the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops migration director told CNA... Read more
Spanish bishop surprised at lack of support for restoring historic churches
Bishop Demetrio Fernández of Córdoba, Spain, recently remarked that he was surprised "at arriving in Andalucía," to discover the "little... Read more
‘Ultrasound Jesus’ to herald true meaning of Christmas in UK
Though Christmas is still six months away, the organization ChurchAds.net has chosen the design for its Christmas ad campaign. The... Read more
Youth registered for WYD Madrid at 600,000 so far
With 409 days remaining before the World Youth Day celebrations open in Madrid, the organizers of the event are reporting... Read more
CHA probably feared government more than bishops, says Miami archbishop
Asked for comment on the position of U.S. bishops with regard to the Catholic Health Association's (CHA) support for President... Read more
Weak Indonesian government allowing growth of extremist Muslim groups, priest warns
Commenting on the rise of attacks by extremist Muslim groups in Indonesia, a local priest told Fides news on Thursday... Read more
Italian city to become 'pulsating heart' of Church during Sunday's Papal visit
On July 4, Pope Benedict XVI will make an Pastoral Visit to the town of Sulmona, Italy. During his visit,... Read more
Pope looks forward to occasion provided for international youth in WYD 2011
The Holy Father met on Friday with the Cardinal Archbishop of Madrid Antonio Maria Rouco Varela and sponsors working for... Read more
Pope Benedict XVI to Castel Gandolfo next week
The Holy Father will spend most of July at the Apostolic Palace of Castel Gandolfo. Although he will still be... Read more
Christians and Muslims must unite in their shared suffering to build better Iraq, says Pope
Recognizing the democratic election of the new president in Iraq, the Holy Father hoped on Friday that the change would... Read more
Belgian bishops lament authorities' lack of respect for confidentiality
Bishop of Belgium's Diocese of Tournai, Guy Harpigny, made a statement on Thursday expressing the regret of Belgian bishops at... Read more
