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Pope Benedict prays at the center of Munich, likens himself to a “beast of burden”
Following a brief visit to Munich’s Georgianum Seminary, Pope Benedict arrived at the city’s central square to the cheers of... Read more
Pope begins visit to Bavaria at feet of Mary
The Column of Mary in Munich, with the possible exception of the Marian Shrine of Altötting, is the most popular... Read more
Pontifical flags flying in Ratisbona in anticipation of papal visit
Theblack, red and gold flags colors that were proudly displayed in homesand on cars throughout Germany during the World Cup... Read more
Cistercians nuns ecstatic over role in preparations for papal visit
Excitement over the visit of Pope Benedict XVI in the small German town of Thyrnau, on the outskirts of Passau,... Read more
Curriculum for new school year in Spain “catastrophic” for the family, say Catholic parents
As the new school year gets underway in Spain, under the shadow of the educational reforms enacted by the country’s... Read more
Czech Republic returns Cathedral of St. Vitus to the Church
After being confiscated by the Communist government almost 50 years ago, the Cathedral of St. Vitus in Prague has finally... Read more
Pope’s “courier” speaks of his friendship with Benedict XVI
Thaddäus Kühnel is not only the Pope’s “courier,” he’s his chauffuer, friend, and confidant. A 28 year-long friendship unites them... Read more
Cardinal Murphy-O'Connor speaks of young people actively seeking God
Young people today provide a challenge for the whole Church in their spiritual journey and their search for God and... Read more
Archbishop of Madrid launches “unappealable” call to evangelize young people
In a message entitled, “Bringing Christ to Young People in the New School Year,” Cardinal Antonio Maria Rouco Varela of... Read more
“Secularist mentality” of government a risk to democracy, warns Spanish archbishop
In his latest pastoral letter, Archbishop Fernando Sebastian of Pamplona criticized the Spanish government for seeking to impose a secularist... Read more
New campaign launched to evangelize the Catholic faith
Catholics must not be afraid to speak out about their faith, says a new national campaign that will be launched... Read more
Muslim theologian hails John Paul II
A leading Muslim theologian described Pope John Paul II as “the light of inter-religious dialogue” at the international meeting of... Read more
Polish priests spied on John Paul II, says cardinal
Pope John Paul II was spied on in the Vatican by priests who acted as informers for secret services in... Read more
Central African Republic bishop says Church has “great moral authority”
“In a country that is still being plagued by civil unrest and where the government is weak, the Catholic Church... Read more
Archbishop defends firefighters disciplined for refusing to attend gay pride parade
The Archbishop of Glasgow condemned, this week, the decision to discipline nine firefighters for refusing to hand out safety leaflets... Read more
Southern Germany overcome with papal “fever”
Southern Germany is overcome with enthusiasm and expectation for the upcoming visit of Pope Benedict XVI. Read more
Pope may outline his thoughts on evolution meeting
A scientist invited to take part in Pope Benedict XVI’s recent symposium on creation and evolution told APCom today that... Read more
Vatican Cardinal voices support for Scottish prelates in their nuclear weapons protest
Cardinal Renato Martino, President of the Vatican’s Pontifical Council for Justice and Peace, announced today his support for the Bishops... Read more
Benedict praises “administrative qualities and moral integrity” of Gregory the Great
Pilgrims gathering to pray the Angelus with Pope Benedict XVI at the Pontifical residence at Castelgandolfo yesterday, were reminded of... Read more
Spanish Catholic organization helping poor farmers to acquire new business skills
The Catholic foundation Manos Unidos, based in Valencia, has launched project to help 160 poor farm workers—mostly single and illiterate... Read more
