Archive for April 28, 2014

Clergy section at the April 27 Canonization Mass in St. Peter's Square. ?w=200&h=150

Deacons find vocational inspiration in saintly papal witness

The April 27 canonizations of Popes John Paul II and John XXIII are a source of spiritual inspiration for young... Read more

Ana Christina Villa meeting with Saint John Paul II in 2004. Photo courtesy of Ana Christina Villa.?w=200&h=150

By Elise Harris

New saints lauded for pioneering dialogue on women

The newly-canonized John Paul II and John XXIII have drawn praise for sparking discussion within the Church on modern women... Read more

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Poor Brazilian parish becomes first to take St. John Paul II's name

A small parish in the poor neighborhood of Alagados in Salvador de Bahia, Brazil, has become the first in the... Read more

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Council of Cardinals meeting this week for fourth time

The latest meeting of the group of eight cardinals advising Pope Francis on the reform of the Roman Curia began... Read more

Cardinal Angelo Comastri celebrated a Mass of thanksgiving for Pope St. John Paul II in St. Peter's Square on April 28, 2014. ?w=200&h=150

By Elise Harris

Masses of Thanksgiving offered in Rome for new Pope saints

Following the canonization of Popes John Paul II and John XIII, Church officials presided over two Masses of Thanksgiving, drawing... Read more

Cardinal Tarcisio Bertone at his apartment in the Apostolic Palace, March 7, 2014. ?w=200&h=150

Cardinal Bertone defends himself against accusations of luxury

In an open letter, Cardinal Tarcisio Bertone has addressed accusations that he had angered Pope Francis with his “luxurious” new... Read more

President Barack Obama gives his weekly address, May 5, 2012. ?w=200&h=150

Obama praises influence of Saints John XXIII, John Paul II

U.S. president Barack Obama issued a statement Monday noting the canonization of both John XXIII and John Paul II over... Read more