Archive for March 6, 2014

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Reject pornography to protect families, encourages Virginia bishop

Bishop Paul Loverde of Arlington, Va., has urged fathers to protect themselves and their children from pornography’s “relentless assault,” stressing... Read more

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By Kate Veik

Editor shares life-changing Lenten challenge in new book

A New York-based Catholic editor says her experience with the corporal works of mercy two Lenten seasons ago transformed her... Read more

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Cardinal Ricardo Ezzati, a Salesian with a red biretta

Cardinal Ricardo Ezzati Andrello, who is a Salesian and the Archbishop of Santiago de Chile, was elevated to the college... Read more

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By Elise Harris

In interview Pope talks marriage, family, scandals and life

As part of a recent interview given to an Italian news agency, Pope Francis discussed hot-button issues in the Church... Read more

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Spanish bishop issues letter on abortion

Bishop Jose Ignacio Munilla of San Sebastian in Spain has released a new pastoral letter on abortion that answers questions... Read more

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Research finds link between oral contraception, multiple sclerosis

In a new study, researchers analyzed the data found in women's health records over four years, discovering a connection between... Read more

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By Kevin J. Jones

Frontline episode on Church scandals one-sided, critic says

The PBS Frontline documentary series’ recent episode “Secrets of the Vatican” largely covered old scandals in a one-sided way, said... Read more

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By Adelaide Mena

Churches critical to development of South Sudan, author says

With unique knowledge and solidarity with the people, churches play an essential role in helping cultural development in South Sudan,... Read more

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Vatican panel approves Archbishop Fulton Sheen miracle

The Bishop of Peoria has rejoiced at a Vatican medical panel’s unanimous approval of a reported miracle attributed to the... Read more

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By Elise Harris

Pope Francis to Roman priests: cry for your people

Pope Francis met with the priests of Rome, emphasizing the importance of mercy in pastoral ministry and explaining that to... Read more

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By Elise Harris

Path of self-denial brings joy, fruitfulness, Pope reflects

In his daily homily Pope Francis spoke of the Christian “style,” explaining that in order to be authentic, it must... Read more

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Vatican appointments may signal new role for state secretariat

Recent appointments are beginning to show a pattern of how Pope Francis’ reform of the Roman Curia will be carried... Read more