Archive for February 27, 2016

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You can't get last rites if you plan to kill yourself, says Canadian archbishop

Legal assisted suicide will soon arrive in Canada, prompting a Catholic archbishop to reflect on what the last rites mean... Read more

Pope Francis greets Mexican faithful at the Cathedral of San Cristobal de las Casas, Feb. 15, 2016. ?w=200&h=150

Hope for Mexico: one bishop's reflection on the papal visit

For Bishop Oscar Cantú of Las Cruces, Pope Francis had a simple message to tell the people of Mexico: “you... Read more

Professor Saeed Khan spoke at Cor unum convention on the 10th anniversary of "Deus caritas est" Feb. 25-26, 2016. ?w=200&h=150

By Elise Harris

Is a Catholic concept of mercy at the heart of true Islam?

Professor Saeed Khan, an expert in Islam, has said that mercy is the core of the Muslim faith – a... Read more

Pope Francis lays a bouquet on Vatican employee Miriam Wuolou's coffin Feb. 20, 2016. ?w=200&h=150

By Elise Harris

Pope Francis prayed at Vatican employee's coffin before meeting new president of Argentina

Before meeting with the president of Argentina Saturday, Pope Francis stopped by the funeral of Miriam Wuolou, a Vatican employee... Read more