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Scottish bishops: ‘Conversion therapy’ ban would criminalize Christian pastoral care
A proposed ban on “conversion therapy” is so vague, the bishops warned, that the law would “create a chilling effect.” Read more
Thousands attend funeral of modern-day St. Francis in Italy
Thousands of people attended the Jan. 17 funeral of Biagio Conte, the lay missionary founder of the Hope and Charity... Read more
Cardinal Zen ‘very concerned’ about Synod on Synodality
In an interview with the Italian newspaper Il Giornale published on Jan. 17, Zen said that he hopes that the... Read more
Meet the Spanish pilot who paid homage to Benedict XVI on a flight to Rome
Raúl Ruiz, 50, said he felt the need to dedicate something to the late pope “and share it with all... Read more
Priest describes ‘pandemonium’ after 6 shot after funeral Mass at London Catholic church
Six people —including two children — were injured in a drive-by shooting Saturday at a Catholic church in North London. Read more
Christian Lawyers Foundation in Spain demands TV series promoting pedophilia be pulled
“Scandal, Story of an Obsession” is a Mediaset España production that began being broadcast on Telecinco Jan. 11. Read more
Swiss bishops call for respect for ‘rules’ after woman appears to concelebrate Mass
The bishops’ intervention follows internet controversy over a video of a laywoman who seemed to concelebrate Mass with priests. Read more
Jesuits in Slovenia apologize for Rupnik abuse, say they believe victims
“We fully accept and understand the indignation, anger, and disappointment of the victims and their loved ones,” the Slovenian Jesuits... Read more
Three Kings parades across Poland draw 1.5 million participants
Three Kings parades went down the streets of 800 Polish towns and cities Jan. 6 for the feast of the... Read more
The Holy Family traveled more than 1,200 miles from Israel to Egypt and back
“Coptic Christians have identified some 25 places where they believe Mary, Joseph, and Jesus stayed during their sojourn in Egypt,”... Read more
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Former archbishop of Paris under investigation for sexual assault is ‘outraged but serene’
In a statement issued Jan. 3, the Archdiocese of Paris said it was not “able to verify whether the facts... Read more
Anglican Ordinariate converts express gratitude for Benedict XVI’s ‘prophetic’ vision of unity
The Personal Ordinariate of Our Lady of Walsingham was established in 2011 by Pope Benedict XVI to allow Anglicans to... Read more
Archbishop Broglio visits Ukraine, promises American solidarity
Archbishop Timothy Broglio, president of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops, offered messages of encouragement and solidarity. Read more
Bells to ring for Benedict XVI in all Catholic churches in Germany
The bells of all Catholic churches of the 27 dioceses of Germany are expected to toll at 11 a.m. (local... Read more
‘Flavors of home’: Benedict XVI’s favorite restaurant in Rome
Inside the cozy Cantina Tirolese in Rome, Benedict XVI knew he could always find the flavors of home. Read more
Benedict XVI is mourned in the United Kingdom
The leader of the Catholic Church in England and Wales, King Charles, and the Prime Minister of Great Britain were... Read more
Woman arrested while praying silently outside abortion clinic charged with ‘intimidation’
Isabel Vaughan-Spruce is accused of “protesting and engaging in an act that is intimidating to service users.” Read more
Priest in Spain who preached on the affective disorder of homosexuality publicly harassed
Father Oscar Martín has been publicly harassed for preaching the Catholic doctrine on homosexuality. Read more
The most frequently asked questions about Pope Benedict XVI
The news that Pope Benedict XVI is ill has sparked renewed interest in the details of his pontificate and his... Read more
First known Nativity scene figurines are on display in Rome
The first known Nativity scene figurines are housed in the Basilica of St. Mary Major. Read more
