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Martin Sheen stars in 'The Way,' a film about the Way of St. James

Nov 10, 2010

Director Emilio Estevez and his father, Martin Sheen, have debuted their new film, “The Way,” in Santiago de Compostela, Spain.... Read more

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Cardinal laments increase of 'radical secularism' in Spain

Nov 9, 2010

Cardinal Antonio Maria Rouco Varela of Madrid, Spain has expressed regret that Spain has become one of the most secular... Read more

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Papal visit marks milestone in history of Spain

Nov 9, 2010

Mayor of Barcelona, Jorge Hereu, has remarked that Pope Benedict XVI’s visit to Spain was a “landmark” event in the... Read more

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World Youth Day organizers release official hymn

Nov 9, 2010

The hymn for World Youth Day 2011, titled “Firm in the Faith,” was released on Monday. Based on the words... Read more

Pope Benedict XVI in Spain

In Spain, Pope calls Europe to open itself to God

Nov 8, 2010

Pope Benedict XVI used his weekend pilgrimage to Spain, Nov. 6-7, to outline his vision for the "re-evangelization" not only... Read more

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Five Anglican bishops plan to join Catholic Church

Nov 8, 2010

Five Anglican bishops announced their resignations from the Church of England today so that they can enter into full communion... Read more

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Benedict XVI calls Spain, all of Europe, to deeper faith

Nov 7, 2010

Pope Benedict called Spain to a deeper faith during his farewell address at Barcelona’s airport. Read more

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Pope Benedict asks society to give its 'best' for those in need

Nov 7, 2010

The Pope rallied support for those in need of social assistance as he visited Nen Deu, an institution for poor,... Read more

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Gaudi's Sagrada Familia a hymn of praise 'carved in stone'

Nov 7, 2010

Pope Benedict lauded the design of Barcelona's newly dedicated minor basilica in bringing the Gospel to everyone, especially the poor. Read more

Pope Benedict XVI and the Church of the Holy Family

Pope Benedict XVI dedicates Barcelona's Sagrada Familia

Nov 7, 2010

The Church of the Holy Family’s altar was blessed and the church officially dedicated by Pope Benedict XVI on the... Read more

Architect Antonio Gaudi and Sagrada Familia

Papal visit will highlight Catholic vision of Spain's greatest architect

Nov 6, 2010

Most of the renowned artists who lived during the last century weren't known for being particularly religious. But while many... Read more

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Pope Benedict calls Europe to return to the cross, the 'guiding star'

Nov 6, 2010

Developing further the concept of "new evangelization" in the world, Pope Benedict XVI has called all of Europe - especially... Read more

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Church is the 'embrace of God,' pilgrim Pope tells Spaniards

Nov 6, 2010

Pope Benedict XVI spoke of transformation through the love of God as he visited one of the major Catholic pilgrimage... Read more

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Benedict XVI encourages justice for poor and defenseless upon arrival in Spain

Nov 6, 2010

Immediately upon arriving in Spain, Pope Benedict XVI touched on the sensitive topic of abortion in the country today. The... Read more

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Bishop asks Pope to confirm Spain in her faith

Nov 5, 2010

Bishop Jose Ignacio Munilla of San Sebastian asked Pope Benedict XVI to confirm Spain in her faith during his Nov.... Read more

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Bishop requests historic cathedral no longer be referred to as mosque

Nov 5, 2010

Bishop Demetrio Fernandez of Cordoba, Spain has asked that the city’s historic cathedral be referred to as a Catholic church... Read more

Pope Benedict XVI and Prof. Salomé Adroher Biosca

Pope to visit Spain as it searches for renewal

Nov 5, 2010

By Alan Holdren

When Pope Benedict XVI arrives in Spain this weekend he will find a society facing an economic crisis and the... Read more

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Pro-family leader emphasizes need for Pope's visit to Spain

Nov 5, 2010

Pro-family leader Ramon Novella spoke out on Nov. 4 emphasizing that the Pope's upcoming visit to Spain comes at a... Read more

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Spanish journalist notes unique timing of Pope's visit

Nov 4, 2010

Spanish journalist Marian De la Fuente has reported that Spaniards in the city of Santiago de Compostela are anxiously awaiting... Read more

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Bishops of Spain send letter of condolence to Archbishop of Baghdad

Nov 3, 2010

The president of the Bishops’ Conference of Spain, Cardinal Antonio Maria Rouco Varela, has sent a letter of condolence to... Read more