Archive for January 22, 2013

Cardinal Seán P. O'Malley of Boston speaks at a press conference for the 2012 USCCB Fall General Assembly. ?w=200&h=150

By Michelle La Rosa

Cardinal finds prayer, penance needed for end of abortion

Prayers and penitential hearts must be at the foundation of efforts to restore a genuine respect for life in America,... Read more

Denver March for Life on the steps of the Colorado State Capitol, Jan. 20, 2013. ?w=200&h=150

By Kevin J. Jones

Hundreds convene in Denver to urge respect for life

Hundreds of pro-life advocates gathered on the west steps of the Colorado capitol on Sunday for the March for Life... Read more

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Pope names Brazilian born priest new head of Vatican TV

In a restructuring of Vatican communication departments, a Brazilian born priest will be the new director of the Vatican TV... Read more

Pope Benedict XVI blessing the lambs for the Feast of St. Agnes. ?w=200&h=150

Pope Benedict celebrates St. Agnes with blessing of lambs

In a traditional ceremony marking the feast of Saint Agnes, Pope Benedict blessed a pair of lambs whose wool will... Read more

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Vietnamese communist leader meets Pope for first time

Pope Benedict received in audience today the secretary general of Vietnam's Communist Party, discussing issues of interest to the Vatican... Read more

Kellie Stauffer at a press conference on the 40th anniversary of Roe v. Wade. ?w=200&h=150

By Michelle La Rosa

Women recount pain, suffering following abortions

Forty years after abortion was legalized throughout America, women who have been victims of the procedure are speaking out about... Read more

Pro-life supporters participate in the West Coast Walk for Life 2012 in San Francisco, Jan. 21, 2012. ?w=200&h=150

By Michelle La Rosa

After 40 years of abortion, bishops voice sorrow, hope

Church leaders across the U.S. expressed both grief and renewed determination on the 40th anniversary of the Supreme Court decision... Read more

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LA archdiocese vows continued anti-abuse efforts

As former priests face litigation over sexual abuse, the Archdiocese of Los Angeles has renewed its commitment to protect the... Read more