Archive for December 17, 2013
Release abducted nuns, Orthodox bishop urges Syrian rebels
An Orthodox bishop in Syria has called for the release of 12 nuns kidnapped by Islamist rebels, saying they “have... Read more
Vatican secretary of state encourages diplomats to work for human dignity
In his first meeting with the ambassadors accredited to the Holy See, Vatican Secretary of State Archbishop Pietro Parolin emphasized... Read more
Minn. archbishop grieves, issues apology over clergy sex abuse
Archbishop John Nienstedt has apologized for sex abuse by clergy in the Archdiocese of Minneapolis, urging Catholics to be hopeful... Read more
Holiness means 'letting God write our history,' preaches Pope
Pope Francis’ daily homily focused on the importance of allowing God to be active and present in our daily lives. Read more
Pope Francis' 77th birthday marked with simple celebration
December 17 is the 77th birthday of Pope Francis, who wanted to celebrate the day in the familial setting of... Read more
Green Bay priest appointed bishop of Marquette, Mich.
Pope Francis has named Father John F. Doerfler of the Diocese of Green Bay as the next bishop of Marquette,... Read more
Pope Francis declares sainthood of early Jesuit, Peter Faber
Pope Francis recognized the sainthood of early Jesuit Peter Faber on Dec. 17 after holding a private audience with Cardinal... Read more
NY judge orders first permanent block against HHS mandate
A federal judge in New York has issued the first permanent injunction against the federal contraception mandate, a ruling that... Read more
Pope appoints, confirms members of bishops' congregation
On Dec. 16 Pope Francis made appointments at the Congregation for Bishops, confirming as its prefect Cardinal Marc Ouellet, a... Read more
Archbishop cooperates with investigation over 'touching' charge
Archbishop John Nienstedt has temporarily stepped down and is cooperating in a police investigation involving a claim that he inappropriately... Read more
