Archive for October 16, 2013
Spanish martyrs show victory of love over hate, says bishop
The recent beatification of 522 Spanish martyrs of the 20th century is a testimony to the victory of God’s love,... Read more
Franciscan reform seen in Papal Charities office appointment
Pope Francis' Oct. 12 appointment of Monsignor Diego Ravelli as office chief of the Office of Papal Charities rounds out... Read more
Pope to auction Harley Davidson motorcycle to benefit homeless
Pope Francis has donated his Harley Davidson motorcycle to be sold to raise money for a hostel and soup kitchen... Read more
Historian: Catholic Church pivotal in rescue of Roman Jews
The efforts of the Catholic Church were undoubtedly decisive in the escape of most of Rome's Jews during World War... Read more
Christ empowers us to be missionaries, Pope Francis says
In his weekly general audience, Pope Francis continued his reflections on the Creed, drawing attention to the Church's apostolic nature... Read more
Czech Republic is ripe for new evangelization, bishop reflects
In the aftermath following decades of communism, a Czech bishop reveals that although the number of those who practice their... Read more
Health and development non-profit expands work to Peru
An Arizona-based international development organization has announced its expansion into Peru to help impoverished rural families who live near the... Read more
