Archive for February 6, 2019

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By Hannah Brockhaus

Pope says UAE trip was 'new page' in dialogue between Christians, Muslims

Pope Francis said Wednesday that his recent trip to Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates was a step forward... Read more

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By Courtney Mares

St. Paul VI’s feast to be celebrated May 29

The Vatican announced Wednesday that Pope St. Paul VI’s feast day will be celebrated annually on May 29 as an... Read more

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Trump calls for 'culture that cherishes innocent life' in SOTU address

The president’s annual state of the union address received a divided response after highlighting life issues.  Read more

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Vatican clarifies pope’s comments on sexual abuse of women religious

The Vatican clarified Wednesday Pope Francis’ comments on the sexual abuse of women religious made during his in-flight press conference... Read more

Cardinal Daniel DiNadro and Catholic University president John Garvey at the Role of the Laity in Responding to the Crisis conference, Feb. 6, 2019. Courtesy photo.?w=200&h=150

Lessons on the sexual abuse crisis from marriage and the cross

The Church can look to marriage and the cross for insights into restoring trust and addressing the sexual abuse crisis,... Read more

Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy delivers the State of the State address, Jan. 22, 2019. ?w=200&h=150

In Alaska, January 22 was Right to Life Day

In a pro-life proclamation marking the 46th anniversary of Roe v. Wade, Governor Mike Dunleavy of Alaska, a Catholic, declared... Read more

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Ghanaian bishops condemn election-related violence

The Catholic bishops of Ghana are condemning the actions of those involved in a violent incident during a Jan. 31... Read more

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Without God society has lost its humanity, Gomez warns conference

Society and humanity have removed God from daily life, and in doing so lost their purpose and sense of self,... Read more

Nigerian president Muhammadu Buhari, who is running for re-election in the Feb. 16 general election, addresses the UN General Assembly in 2015. ?w=200&h=150

As general elections near, Nigeria's bishops call for peace

In the face of Nigeria’s ongoing violence and political tensions, the country's bishops have promoted a fair and faith-filled electoral... Read more

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Central African Republic reaches peace deal with rebel groups

The Central African Republic government has signed a peace deal with more than a dozen armed groups this week.  Read more