Archive for October 4, 2014

Saint Peter's Sqaure. ?w=200&h=150

By Andrea Gagliarducci

Vatican advocates sweeping protocol for Middle East peace

Vatican Secretary of State Cardinal Pietro Parolin is urging a comprehensive road map for peace in Middle East during meetings... Read more

Professor Fr. Robert Dodaro, OSA, President of Institutum Patristicum Augustinianum, in Rome on Sept. 19, 2014. ?w=200&h=150

By Jan Bentz

Taking Gospel seriously on marriage is not 'rigid' – it's love

The editor of a high-profile book on marriage said that adhering to Christ’s Gospel teachings on divorce is not harsh... Read more

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Fr. Benedict Groeschel passes away at 81

Fr. Benedict J. Groeschel, author, former EWTN host, and one of the founders of the Community of Franciscan Friars of... Read more

Pope Francis presides over an Oct. 4, 2014 prayer vigil for the Extraordinary Assembly for the Synod of Bishops on the Family. ?w=200&h=150

By Elise Harris

Pope Francis before synod – listen to 'beat' of the times, keep eyes on Christ

In a prayer vigil set before the opening of the synod of bishops, Pope Francis said we must be attentive... Read more