Archive for April 4, 2013
Study shows African Americans reject civil, gay rights equation
A new survey of African Americans shows that most disagree with the claim that the effort to promote gay rights... Read more
Pope's hug embraced everyone with disabilities, dad says
The father of a boy with special needs, whose iconic hug from Pope Francis has captured the world's attention, says... Read more
Story of Pope's desire to visit Sicily emerges
Some might call it fate, but through a series of providential connections, Bishop Michele Pennisi discovered that Pope Francis wants... Read more
Pope prays for flood victims, urges aid for survivors
The Pope is praying for the 54 people who have died in flooding that hit two cities in Argentina and... Read more
Pope reflects on wonder as invitation to know God
Awe and wonder at an encounter with Christ are the first steps in deepening a spiritual life that leads to... Read more
French couple claims police violence at marriage march
A couple in France is reporting acts of violence by police officers against participants in a recent march to defend... Read more
US bishops fund aid projects in Haiti, Latin America
A U.S. bishops’ subcommittee has approved over $3.1 million dollars in funding for pastoral work in Latin America, including the... Read more
Fiftieth Prayer for Vocations day to focus on hope
As the 50th World Day of Prayer for Vocations draws near, the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops has prepared resources... Read more
