Archive for November 13, 2014

Beirut, the Lebanese capital. ?w=200&h=150

By Kevin J. Jones

The Lebanese model: a multi-religious solution for Syria and Iraq?

The apostolic nuncio to Lebanon has said the country is a model of multi-religious coexistence that could help resolve violent... Read more

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By Elise Harris

Domestic violence increasingly on the Vatican's radar

A Catholic psychologist who recently met with the Pontifical Council for the Laity says violence between partners is still a... Read more

Cardinal Robert Sarah, president of the Pontifical Council Cor Unum, in St. Peter's Square, March 24, 2013. ?w=200&h=150

By Elise Harris

True charity gives people God, not bread alone, cardinal says

Cardinal Robert Sarah has stressed the link between charity and preaching the Gospel, saying that while the practical needs of... Read more

Pope Francis says Mass in St. Peter's Basilica, Oct. 5, 2014. ?w=200&h=150

By Elise Harris

For Pope Francis, kingdom of God grows by silent witness, not spectacles

Pope Francis said in his homily at Mass on Thursday that the kingdom of God, already present among us, never... Read more

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By Adelaide Mena

'Red flags' in Kenyan vaccine controversy demand answers

Organizers in charge of a controversial vaccination campaign in Kenya should be transparent and cooperate with the Kenyan bishops’ request... Read more

A church and a mosque adjacent one another in Ferizaj, Kosovo. ?w=200&h=150

By Andrea Gagliarducci

Catholics, Muslims together condemn terrorist acts in name of religion

In a joint statement delivered Thursday, the Catholic-Muslim Forum condemned acts of terrorism, oppression, and violence, affirming it is never... Read more

 Beggar women on the street in Jaipur, India, March 2009. ?w=200&h=150

By Mary Farrow

The deadly cost of population control: India's targeted women

India's population control policy is under fire after at least 14 women died following botched sterilizations due to negligent medical... Read more