Archive for February 8, 2014

Bishop Bernadin Francis Mfumbusa. ?w=200&h=150

Tanzanian bishop sees hope, despite growth of extremism

A bishop of a north-central diocese in Tanzania has expressed concern over the growth of radical Islamist violence in the... Read more

Pope Francis says Mass in St. Peter's Basilica July 7, 2013. ?w=200&h=150

Pope Francis expected to say Mass for Italian lawmakers

Pope Francis will say Mass March 27 in the grotto of the St. Peter’s Basilica for the members of the... Read more

Pope Francis greets pilgrims in Saint Peter's Square during his general audience on Oct. 23, 2013. ?w=200&h=150

Sainthood causes of over 100 martyrs advanced by Pope

The Pope has approved the advancement of the causes for canonization of over one hundred lay Catholics persecuted for their... Read more

Pope Francis meets with Sri Lankan pilgrims at the Vatican on Feb. 8, 2014. ?w=200&h=150

Pope meets with Sri Lankans, welcomes invitation to visit

Today the Pope met with over 1,500 Sri Lankan pilgrims, assuring them of his prayers for continued peace in the... Read more