Archive for June 4, 2012

Sister Margaret A. Farley. Courtesy Western Illinois University.?w=200&h=150

Vatican rules sister’s sexual ethics book is not Catholic

The Vatican has declared that a book on sexual morality written by a controversial American sister runs so contrary to... Read more

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Cardinal says social conflicts can only be solved with truth, order

Cardinal Juan Luis Cipriani of Lima has reiterated the Church’s call to peace and said social conflicts can only be... Read more

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Gay activist allegedly sues Colombian bishop for defending marriage

Bishop Juan Vicente Cordoba, secretary for the Colombian bishops' conference, has allegedly been sued by columnist and gay activist Felipe... Read more

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By Michelle La Rosa

Legal expert counters claim that mandate is not religious persecution

In response to assertions by Professor Stephen Schneck that the federal contraception mandate is not a form of religious persecution,... Read more

Father John Baker holds up the letter bestowing the designation of Basilica on St. Mary Star of the Sea Catholic Church in Key West, Fla.?w=200&h=150

New basilica links Miami archdiocese with Pope

A historic Florida parish dedicated to the Virgin Mary as “Star of the Sea” has been granted the status of... Read more

Archbishop Thomas Wenski of Miami speaks at the conference on Haiti in Washington, D.C. on June 4, 2012.?w=200&h=150

By Michelle La Rosa

Catholic leaders see hopeful future for Haiti

Despite numerous obstacles in rebuilding in Haiti after 2010's devastating earthquake, speakers at a recent conference voiced confidence in the... Read more