Archive for October 27, 2014

Boy with Down syndrome in a classroom. ?w=200&h=150

By Matt Hadro

Educate, legislate, fund: three responses to Down syndrome

In order to halt the abortion of babies diagnosed with Down syndrome, much must be done for education, research, and... Read more

Pope Francis meets with students in Paul VI audience hall on May 31, 2014. ?w=200&h=150

By Ann Schneible

You are hurting the Church if you're lukewarm, Pope Francis warns

In his homily for Mass celebrated at the Santa Marta residence Monday Pope Francis warned against the harm of “lukewarm”... Read more

'Pacis nuntius', the Oct. 24, 1964 apostolic letter by which Bl. Paul VI declared St. Benedict a patron of Europe, displayed at Montecassino abbey.?w=200&h=150

Cardinal Parolin: Without its Christian roots, Europe won't help the world

The European Union could be significant and helpful in solving crises around the world, but its common effort should lie... Read more

Pope Francis unveiled a new bust of Benedict XVI in the Vatican Gardens on Oct. 27, 2014. ?w=200&h=150

Francis inaugurates bust of Benedict, emphasizes unity of faith, science

Addressing the Pontifical Academy of Sciences on Monday, Pope Francis unveiled a bust of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI, lauding his... Read more

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Philadelphia priest placed on immediate leave following arrest

A 55-year-old priest in Philadelphia was placed on immediate administrative leave after being arrested on child pornography charges.    Read more

Dr. Katrina Lantos Swett speaks at a press conference to announce the Defending Freedoms project Dec 6, 2012. ?w=200&h=150

By Matt Hadro

Want to prevent threats like ISIS? Religious freedom key, official says

Promoting religious freedom abroad is vital for U.S. national security interests in preventing the rise of threats such as ISIS,... Read more

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Syrian Christians, building cemeteries instead of schools

As the civil war in Syria continues its fourth year, Christians who remain in the country’s capital are finding it... Read more