Archive for June 5, 2013
Parents of kidnapped journalist grateful for Pope's words
The parents of kidnapped American journalist Austin Tice have appealed again for his release, voicing gratitude for Pope Francis' words... Read more
Jesuit priest appointed to lead US bishops' doctrinal office
Fr. Peter Ryan, a Jesuit priest known for his defense of Church teaching, is slated to step up in August... Read more
Pope to Syrian Christians: you have 'great task' of remaining
Pope Francis vigorously appealed for peace in Syria and told the Christians there that they have “the great task” of... Read more
Pope stresses threats to human person on Environment Day
Pope Francis said that it is urgent to focus on people and not just on nature on World Environment Day. Read more
Pope says lamenting suffering is form of prayer
Pope Francis said lamenting suffering is a form of prayer and is not a sin, during his daily morning Mass.... Read more
Archbishop Chaput prays for building collapse victims
Archbishop Charles J. Chaput of Philadelphia offered his prayers to those affected by a building collapse on the morning of... Read more
Mass. bishop asks forgiveness after drunk driving charge dropped
Bishop Robert J. McManus of Worcester, Mass., has again apologized following an agreement with a Rhode Island court to dismiss... Read more
US dioceses prepare for second Fortnight for Freedom
Dioceses across the country are preparing for the upcoming Fortnight for Freedom – now in its second year – by... Read more
