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Spanish martyrs show victory of love over hate, says bishop
The recent beatification of 522 Spanish martyrs of the 20th century is a testimony to the victory of God’s love,... Read more
Ordinariate Use unites Anglican tradition to Catholic Church
The introduction of a new Ordinariate Use liturgy for groups of former Anglicans is uniting some of their old traditions... Read more
Knights' documentary explores life, vision of Pope Francis
A new documentary produced by the Knights of Columbus traces the background of Pope Francis, offering insight into his life... Read more
Head of Comboni Missionary Sisters urges renewal
Ten years after the canonization of Saint Daniel Comboni, the head of the Comboni Missionary Sisters has exhorted the congregation’s... Read more
Experts meet to consider women in the Church, world
Approximately 100 women from around the world gathered in Rome from Oct. 10-12 to discuss the “feminine genius” described by... Read more
Regnum Christi general assembly to be held in December
Cardinal Velasio De Paolis, the Papal delegate overseeing Regnum Christi and the Legion of Christ, has announced that consecrated women... Read more
Pope rescued hundreds from military dictatorship, author says
Italian journalist Nello Scavo has released a book entitled “Bergoglio’s List,” recounting the efforts of Pope Francis to help hundreds... Read more
Italy's Orvieto miracle inspires thousands during jubilee
In light of the jubilee instituted by Benedict XVI in honor of the Eucharistic miracle in Orvieto, Italy, the number... Read more
Legion of Christ general chapter announced for January
The Papal delegate overseeing the Legion of Christ has announced that the order's general chapter will commence Jan. 8, 2014,... Read more
Holocaust survivor thanks Pope for Church's aid in WWII
The last living person whom the Bishop of Assisi saved from being killed during the Holocaust met with Pope Francis... Read more
Pope Francis entreats youth not to fear commitment
Pope Francis concluded his one-day pilgrimage to Assisi with a visit to young people, encouraging them to reject a “provisional... Read more
'Be antennas' to receive the word of God, Pope exhorts
In a meeting with priests and religious during his visit to Assisi, Pope Francis urged the professed to listen and... Read more
Pope: we must 'undress' ourselves of worldliness like St. Francis
On the feast of St. Francis of Assisi, Pope Francis said that Christians should follow the example of the great... Read more
Peace comes by embracing the cross, Pope says at Assisi
During his visit to Assisi, Pope Francis told Mass attendees that true peace can only be attained by drawing close... Read more
Small bomb explodes in emblematic Spanish basilica
A small bomb exploded on Oct. 2 in the Basilica of Our Lady of the Pillar in Zaragoza, Spain. Police... Read more
Pope shares desire to guide Church to humble service, dialogue
In a recent interview, Pope Francis shared his vision of a poor, missionary Church that dialogues with the world and... Read more
Benedict could attend canonizations, Vatican spokesman says
The director of the Holy See’s Press Office announced that Benedict XVI could participate in the canonization ceremony next April... Read more
Scholar calls for discomfort with Francis to spark reflection
The discomfort among some Catholics caused by Pope Francis' frank comments in his recent interview with Jesuit publications should become... Read more
One-child policy still a massive threat to women, expert warns
In wake of the 33rd anniversary of China's one-child policy, a women's rights activist has raised concern about those who... Read more
Pope cautions youth against selling themselves to 'merchants of death'
Pope Francis spoke forcefully to the youth of Sardinia today, urging them to stay faithful to Christ and avoid the... Read more
