Archive for December 10, 2015

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By Matt Hadro

China's abuses take spotlight on Human Rights Day

As the world observes Human Rights Day, advocates have turned their focus to China for its egregious abuses, particularly the... Read more

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By Elise Harris

The new annulment process went into effect this week

With the launch of the Jubilee of Mercy, Pope Francis’ reforms to the annulment process have gone into effect, giving... Read more

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Nevada Catholic churches targeted in bizarre string of protests

Las Vegas Catholics are disturbed after self-described Muslim-turned-Christian protestors disrupted Masses at several churches in the metropolitan area within the... Read more

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Down syndrome research is coming to Spain

The Jerome Lejeune Foundation is opening its doors in Spain to support research and further study of Down syndrome and... Read more

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By Matt Hadro

What history can teach us about why the 'genocide' label matters

A U.S. designation of genocide for ISIS’ actions would offer prompt and significant support to the religious minorities it has... Read more

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By Elise Harris

Pope Francis postpones Milan visit due to 'intense' Jubilee schedule

The Vatican announced today that due to Pope Francis’ busy schedule during the Jubilee of Mercy, he has decided to... Read more

Cardinal Gerhard Müller, prefect of the Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith, at the Vatican's Synod Hall, Nov. 17, 2014. ?w=200&h=150

By Andrea Gagliarducci

The Year of Mercy and theology: a conversation with Cardinal Müller

At the opening of the Year of Mercy called by Pope Francis, Cardinal Gerhard Müller, prefect of the Congregation for... Read more

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By Mary Farrow

Tough, funny and fearless: A bold new take on women saints

Maria Johnson has a scar behind her ear, a small memento from that time she leaped off her dresser, aiming... Read more