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Limiting religious symbols to private sphere is unconstitutional, says Spanish bishop
Referencing an incident in which a Madrid high school banned a student from classes because she would not remove her... Read more
Von Hildebrand conference plans cultural renewal retreat for business leaders
The Dietrich von Hildebrand Legacy Project has announced a special retreat for philanthropists and business executives will be held in... Read more
Church to celebrate feast of 'Totus Tuus' saint
On April 28, the universal Church will celebrate the feast day of Louis-Marie de Monfort, a 17th century saint who... Read more
Legion issues clarification on vicar general’s call for pontifical commissioner
On Thursday, while speaking to members of Regnum Christi, Legionary priests and staff of the University Francisco de Vitoria in... Read more
Church must confirm Christian identity online, says Italian bishop
The Italian Bishops' Conference (CEI) inaugurated a three-day conference on "Digital Witnesses" yesterday in Rome. The gathering is aimed at... Read more
German bishop accused of physical abuse offers resignation to Pope
Bishop of Augsburg Walter Mixa has written to Pope Benedict XVI and offered to resign following allegations he physically abused... Read more
Italian politician urges Catholics to strongly defend Pope Benedict
European parliamentarian Rocco Buttiglione recently called on Catholics to strongly defend Pope Benedict XVI from media criticism. He noted that... Read more
Cardinal of Turin introduces novena for Pope's visit to Shroud
Cardinal Severino Poletto has invited the faithful to complete a novena as the Pope’s visit to the Cathedral of Turin... Read more
Abuse victim in Malta: Pope Benedict XVI is a 'saint'
Vatican analyst Andrea Tornielli spoke with Joseph Magro, 38, one of eight victims of clerical abuse who met with Pope... Read more
English and Welsh bishops issue apology over sex abuse
In response to the media coverage of clerical sexual abuse in the Catholic Church, the bishops of England and Wales... Read more
Archbishop Chaput responds to criticisms of JFK speech
Following criticism of his recent JFK speech by an Italian scholar, Archbishop Charles Chaput responded today, addressing each argument raised... Read more
Thousands attend beatification of Spanish priest
Thousands of Catholics from around the world attended the beatification ceremony for Fr. Bernardo Francisco de Hoyos, which was held... Read more
Bishops of Spain support Pope Benedict amidst media attacks
In his inaugural address for the 95th plenary assembly of the Bishops’ Conference of Spain, the Archbishop of Madrid, Cardinal... Read more
Poll of Ireland shows overwhelming support for continued abortion ban
A survey of the Republic of Ireland shows that 70 percent of Irish people support the constitutional protection for the... Read more
Europe’s greatest heritage is its Christian roots, asserts Italian lawmaker
Italian congresswoman Paola Binetti called on Catholics this week to “strongly express the great vitality of Christian thought, the richness... Read more
Bishops of Spain prepare new document on moral crisis
This week at their plenary assembly, the bishops of Spain will prepare a document discussing the country's moral and economic... Read more
St. Pio's body transfered to new church as thousands sing and pray
After 42 years in the crypt of the Sanctuary of Santa Maria delle Grazie, St. Padre Pio's body was moved... Read more
German court fines SSPX Bishop Williamson for Holocaust denial
A German court has fined Bishop Richard Williamson of the Society of St. Pius X (SSPX) 10,000 Euros, almost $14,000,... Read more
Spanish region offers abortion discounts
The Spanish Federation of Pro-Life Associations warned this week that while “Spain has gone crazy” with its new law on... Read more
Pamphlet warns of Spanish government's promotion of sex ed
The Spanish organization, Professionals for Ethics has published a pamphlet titled, “The Sexual Education the Government Wants to Give Your... Read more
