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Rome program aims to better priests' engagement with media
In an effort to equip future priests to better encounter the mass media, one seminary in Rome now provides a... Read more
Knights of Columbus' Pope documentary now on DVD
The Knights of Columbus' new documentary on the life of Pope Francis and his election to the papacy will be... Read more
Pope affirms traditionalist fraternity for unity with Peter
Congratulating them on their 25th anniversary, Pope Francis has expressed his appreciation for the devotion to the Bishop of Rome... Read more
Pope Francis most popular name online, survey says
A new global survey has revealed that Pope Francis has topped the list of names most mentioned on the internet... Read more
Vatican bombing in WWII was work of Italian fascists, author says
Following the 70th anniversary of the bombing of the Vatican in World War II, the author of a new book... Read more
Portsmouth bishop to consecrate diocese at Year of Faith's end
Bishop Philip Egan of Portsmouth has announced that as a conclusion to the Year of Faith, he will consecrate the... Read more
Pope Francis to meet with Vladimir Putin
Pope Francis will meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Nov. 25 at the Vatican, according to the director of... Read more
New bishop in England looks forward to working with poor, weak
Monsignor Mark O'Toole, whom Pope Francis appointed Bishop of Plymouth on Saturday, has said he is humbled by the appointment... Read more
Nigerian doctor laments growing plague of human trafficking
Human trafficking is a major scourge to women and children that needs greater international attention, the head of a Catholic... Read more
Legion of Christ general counselor resigns
Father Deomar De Guedes has resigned as a general counselor of the Legionaries of Christ, citing a lack of energy... Read more
Vatican bureaucracy can leave Popes uninformed, JPII secretary reveals
At times, Blessed Pope John Paul II was not well informed by his associates, according to Cardinal Stanislaw Dziwisz of... Read more
Musician blends Tango, classic styles in Mass composition
At a festival in Rome, an Argentinian composer noted the need for sacred music in modern society and spoke of... Read more
Vatican study group examines human trafficking issues
Experts from around the world gathered at the Vatican this weekend to investigate and discuss the growing practice of “modern... Read more
Knights' Pope Francis documentary to re-air on Sunday
A new documentary on Pope Francis by the Knights of Columbus, entitled “Francis: The Pope from the New World,” will... Read more
Friend says Benedict XVI's legacy marked by faith, reason link
A noted French philosopher and friend of retired pontiff Benedict XVI reflected that the former Pope's greatest contribution during his... Read more
Mission work is about sharing God's love, Spanish priest says
A priest who has spent 50 years ministering in the east African nation of Burundi has emphasized that the primary... Read more
German bishop on leave while 'luxury' charges scrutinized
A German bishop at the center of intense media controversy for allegedly living a luxurious lifestyle will take a leave... Read more
Catholic patriarch fears extremist slant of Syrian rebel groups
Melkite Greek Catholic Patriarch Gregorios III of Antioch has said that the success of Syrian rebels could worsen the plight... Read more
Spanish woman recounts how beatified aunt saved her life
Blessed Josefa Martinez' niece says she owes her life to her aunt, who was beatified Oct. 13 alongside 521 other... Read more
Synod on family can help renew marriage, English bishop says
Next year’s synod on the family and evangelization is a chance to renew family life and the Catholic vision of... Read more
