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Benedict XVI stresses need to protect Creation again

Sep 5, 2007

This past weekend, Pope Benedict spoke out in defense of the environment at the “Saving Creation Day” in Loreto, Italy.... Read more

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Diocese of Bamberg celebrates 1000th anniversary, honors Pope with concert

Sep 5, 2007

Yesterday evening, Pope Benedict XVI was treated to a concert performed by the Bamberg Symphony Orchestra for celebrations marking the... Read more

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Member of Vatican police force dies in apparent suicide attempt

Sep 3, 2007

This morning the Vatican woke up to the sad news that a member of its police force, Alessandro Benedetti, aged... Read more

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Pope Benedict XVI’s prayer intentions for September

Sep 3, 2007

Pope Benedict XVI's general prayer intention for September is: "That the ecumenical assembly of Sibiu in Romania may contribute to... Read more

Pope Benedict says to react urgently to create a strong bond between man and the land

Sep 2, 2007

On Saturday, the Italian Church sponsored its annual “Saving Creation Day” in Loreto, Italy. Pope Benedict helped mark the day... Read more

Pope Benedict to the youth: Do not follow the path of pride, rather, follow the path of humility

Sep 2, 2007

Pope Benedict XVI has appealed to young people not to follow the ways of the world but rather follow the... Read more

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Pope to visit Naples in October

Aug 31, 2007

In addition to his upcoming visits to Loreto and Austria, Pope Benedict XVI will also visit the city of Naples... Read more

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Pope Benedict XVI denounces Italian and Greek arsonists who caused wildfires

Aug 29, 2007

During today’s general audience, Pope Benedict XVI condemned the "criminal acts" and "irresponsible behavior" of the arsonists, who authorities say... Read more

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Pope Benedict XVI--"The supreme human good is found in Christianty"

Aug 29, 2007

The purpose of all learning and culture is the discernment of the supreme human good, and this supreme good is... Read more

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Pope names new Apostolic Nuncio for Uganda

Aug 28, 2007

Pope Benedict XVI has named Archbishop Paul Tschang In-Nam, until now Apostolic Nuncio en Bangladesh, as the new Nuncio to... Read more

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Cardinal Bertone: Liturgy should motivate Christians to be better citizens

Aug 28, 2007

In a letter to the participants of the 58th Liturgical Week in Italy, which is being held in the city... Read more

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Vatican-backed airline service makes inaugural flight

Aug 28, 2007

The new Vatican-backed airline was launched yesterday. The airline is aiming to be pilgrims’ carrier-of-choice for trips to Catholic shrines... Read more

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‘All can enter eternal life, but for everyone the door is narrow,’ says Pope Benedict in Angelus address

Aug 26, 2007

The way to eternal life is narrow because it is demanding, requires commitment and denial of one’s own selfishness, Pope... Read more

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Pope expresses closeness to Gitano peoples after death of four children

Aug 24, 2007

Pope Benedict XVI expressed his condolences this week to the Orthodox Church of Romania and to the Gypsy community of... Read more

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Cardinal criticizes media coverage of Italy sex-abuse cases

Aug 22, 2007

The Vatican Secretary of State has criticized the Italian media for its coverage of the recent allegations of sexual abuse... Read more

'Draw near to God to overcome weakness and find lasting joy and happiness', says Pope Benedict XVI

Aug 22, 2007

By drawing near to God, we are able to overcome our weakness and find lasting joy and happiness, Pope Benedict... Read more

Cardinal Tarcisio Bertone condemns the ratification of Amnesty International’s new abortion policy

Aug 21, 2007

“We cannot ever destroy life, we must always save life even if it is the fruit of violence,” exclaimed Cardinal Bertone... Read more

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Vatican denies claims of Wikipedia tampering

Aug 20, 2007

The Vatican on Friday denied BBC reports that it tampered with the Wikipedia online encyclopedia entry for Sinn Fein leader... Read more

Pope sends Cardinal Bertone with donation, prayers and the promise of his spiritual closeness to Peru

Aug 20, 2007

The Vatican announced this morning that the Holy Father will send aid to those devastated by the earthquake that occurred... Read more

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Pope Benedict sending Secretary of State to Peru

Aug 19, 2007

After reciting the Angelus prayer today, the Pope remembered those affected by the “devastating earthquake” in Peru and announced that... Read more