Archive for February 16, 2014

Kim Yuna waves to crowds while wearing her rosary ring in New York City, May 4, 2010. ?w=200&h=150

Olympic figure skating star hailed as example for Catholics

Catholic Olympian and international skating superstar Kim Yuna is a role model not only of dedication and athleticism but also... Read more

Texas State Senator Wendy Davis at the National Press Club in Washington, D.C. on Aug. 5, 2013. ?w=200&h=150

Texas candidate softens opposition to abortion ban

Texas gubernatorial candidate Wendy Davis, who garnered national attention for her opposition to a 20-week abortion ban in the state,... Read more

Pope Francis greets pilgrims in St. Peter's Square during the Wednesday general audience on Dec. 4, 2013. ?w=200&h=150

Gossip is poisonous, insists Pope

Pope Francis’ Sunday Angelus message emphasized the importance of avoiding all forms of slander in living a Christian life. Read more

Fr. Jesus Plaza, who was murdered Feb. 15, is shown saying Mass. ?w=200&h=150

Two Salesian religious murdered during robbery in Venezuela

During a suspected robbery at Don Bosco College in the Venezuelan city of Valencia the evening of Feb. 15, two... Read more

Pope Francis says Mass, Nov. 15, 2013. ?w=200&h=150

Examine your conscience well, Pope tells Roman parishioners

While making a pastoral visit to Rome's St. Thomas the Apostle parish today, Pope Francis emphasized to the community the... Read more