Archive for June 14, 2016

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Crucifix smashed in attack on emblematic Chilean church

In what is being lamented as a heinous act of desecration, an emblematic Catholic church in Santiago de Chile was... Read more

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By Ann Schneible

The sacrifice of Chiara Corbella Petrillo: 'Yes, Enrico, the Cross is very sweet'

In a testimony at the Vatican’s Jubilee for the sick and disabled, the husband of the late Chiara Corbella Petrillo... Read more

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By Elise Harris

Vatican insists new lay movements are nothing to be afraid of

The Vatican’s doctrinal watchdog has issued a new document affirming that while some might be hesitant in the face of... Read more

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By Ann Schneible

Pope greets graduates of Rome course on protecting minors from abuse

The first graduates of an international diploma course on safeguarding minors received a special greeting from Pope Francis, who encouraged... Read more

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By Elise Harris

Here's how Benedict XVI will celebrate his 65th anniversary as a priest

On June 29 Benedict XVI will celebrate the 65th anniversary of his ordination to the priesthood – a milestone he... Read more

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By Matt Hadro

Judge drops charge against Planned Parenthood investigator

A county court on Tuesday dismissed a misdemeanor charge against the man responsible for undercover investigations of Planned Parenthood, although... Read more

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They died for the faith: 115 Spanish Catholics recognized as martyrs

Pope Francis has officially recognized 115 Catholics who were killed during the Spanish Civil War out of hatred of the... Read more