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Congressional hearing highlights growing threat of anti-Semitism
Witnesses at a recent hearing in Washington, D.C., warned that a resurrected anti-Semitism is sweeping the globe and could lead... Read more
College coach doesn’t long for the spotlight
Chris Catanach has been the head volleyball coach at the University of Tampa for 29 seasons now. And he’s okay... Read more
Denver archbishop says faith requires trust, intimacy with God
Trust in God is the key foundation of faith which allows one to develop an intimate and personal relationship with... Read more
CNA launches blog in time for papal conclave
Catholic News Agency is announcing the launch of its new blog on March 1, in time to provide enhanced coverage... Read more
New Las Cruces bishop urges transformation through Jesus
Bishop Oscar Cantú became head of the Diocese of Las Cruces, N.M. on Feb. 28, using his homily to encourage... Read more
California priest inspires push for beatification cause
Basque-born priest Fr. Aloysius Ellacuria, a reputed miracle worker who ministered in Los Angeles for decades until his death in... Read more
US leaders voice thanks, support for Pope Emeritus
American Catholic political officials and commentators have solemnly expressed their appreciation and prayers for Pope Benedict XVI as his resignation... Read more
Theologian says cultural renewal starts with Catechism
A U.S. theology professor's new book seeks to revitalize society through the “integrated whole of the Catholic vision,” found in... Read more
Catholic college students honor Pope Benedict's last days
Students at American Catholic universities are observing the end of Pope Benedict XVI’s papacy with special Masses, prayers and acts... Read more
Obama officials, Republican group advocate 'gay marriage'
Both President Barack Obama’s administration and a group of Republican officials have filed briefs with the U.S. Supreme Court calling... Read more
Harvard debate stresses meaning, purpose of marriage
At the heart of the national debate on same-sex unions is a fundamental disagreement on the nature of marriage, said... Read more
Coalition of African-American Pastors joins March for Marriage
Civil Rights activist Reverend Bill Owens has joined with the National Organization for Marriage to promote and lead the March... Read more
Korean War chaplain slated to receive Medal of Honor
A former Kansas Congressman has indicated that Servant of God Father Emil Kapaun will be awarded the Congressional Medal of... Read more
Lawmakers demand account of Planned Parenthood funds
Members of the U.S. House of Representatives have requested a report from the government on the use federal funds given... Read more
Cardinal Wuerl thanks Pope for guidance and humble example
Pope Benedict’s eight years of service to the Church should leave the faithful filled with gratitude and renewed in both... Read more
Vatican sets dates for 2015 World Meeting of Families
The Holy See has announced the dates for the eighth World Meeting of Families, officially confirming that the event will... Read more
Protestant scholar lauds Benedict's ecumenical strides
Pope Benedict has been a leader devoted to ecumenical efforts, according to a professor of Christian history and ecumenism at... Read more
Wales and England celebrate patron St. David on March 1
Among Welsh Catholics, as well as those in England, March 1 is the liturgical celebration of Saint David of Wales. Read more
US report shows increase in sexually-transmitted infections
New governmental reports on sexual behavior in America show significant rises in both sexually-transmitted infections and use of emergency contraception... Read more
A gold medal for his faith
When coaches and athletes are preparing to head to the Olympic Games, they certainly long for the thrill of victory... Read more
