Archive for October 23, 2011

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Martyrs of England and Wales commemorated Oct. 25

On October 25, the Catholic Church honors the 40 Martyrs of England and Wales, who died resisting the royal takeover... Read more

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New committee provides opportunities for faith formation

A new advisory committee has been formed to continue evangelization efforts throughout the Diocese of Providence, R.I. and strengthen the... Read more

Ahmed Shaheed, the U.N.'s Special Rapportuer, briefs correspondents at UN Headquarters on Oct. 21, 2011. ?w=200&h=150

By Michelle La Rosa

UN calls for release of Iranian pastor, reform of penal code

The United Nations Special Rapporteur on the human rights situation in Iran has spoken out against the death sentence given... Read more

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Pope Benedict canonizes three new saints

Pope Benedict XVI canonized three new saints at an Oct. 23 ceremony in St. Peter’s Square. He described the heavenly... Read more