Archive for September 21, 2012
New study finds rise in religious restrictions worldwide
Hostility towards religion has risen globally, both in the form of government restrictions and social attitudes, determined a new study... Read more
LA priest on leave for advocating 'gay marriage' (Corrected)
Archbishop Jose H. Gomez of Los Angeles has placed Father Joseph Palacios on leave from ministry because of his promotion... Read more
Bishop Vann to head fastest growing US diocese
Bishop Kevin W. Vann of Fort Worth, Texas has been named the fourth bishop of Orange, Calif. by Pope Benedict... Read more
Third installment of 'Jesus of Nazareth' due out in Italy at Christmas
The Vatican Publishing House has signed an agreement allowing the publication of Pope Benedict's latest book on Jesus, which focuses... Read more
Charity reports increase in poverty, inequality in Spain
Catholic charity Caritas' chapter in Spain has issued a new report showing that poverty, inequality and social injustice are on... Read more
Pope tells French bishops defense of marriage is prophetic
Against the backdrop of an effort to recognize “gay marriage” in France, Pope Benedict XVI told a group of French... Read more
Pakistan urged to end blasphemy law abuses
An international hearing sponsored by the World Council of Churches called on Pakistan to end abuse of the nation's blasphemy... Read more
