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Catholics in Singapore celebrate 50 years of nation's independence
Anticipating this autumn's 50th anniversary of Singapore's independence from Malaysia, the nation's Catholics gathered earlier this month to celebrate a... Read more
Chilean administration open to approval of adoption by homosexual couples
Shortly after the legalization of same-sex civil unions in Chile, the nation's secretary of justice said in an interview last... Read more
Planned Parenthood under fire for alleged trafficking of baby organs
Abortion giant Planned Parenthood is facing harsh criticism after the release of footage allegedly showing its top doctor describing how... Read more
After a two-week vacation, Benedict XVI heads back to Rome
With two restful weeks outside of the Vatican behind him and two honorary doctorates in hand, Benedict XVI has again... Read more
Disappointment follows ruling against Little Sisters in mandate case
The Little Sisters of the Poor have reiterated their commitment to following their conscience as they care for the poor... Read more
Vatican applauds Iran nuclear deal, calls for commitment to make it 'bear fruit'
After global powers reached an agreement with Iran Tuesday limiting the country’s nuclear activity, the Vatican said the deal was... Read more
Here’s what would happen if America's Catholic outreach disappeared
A few months ago, Erin McCroy was walking the streets of Denver with Murphy, a 20-something missionary with Christ in... Read more
The cost of violence: 15 million Africans displaced, with little hope for the future
Plagued by wars, terrorism, and repressive governments, sub-Saharan Africa is in the throes of a humanitarian crisis that the international... Read more
Why a doctor who treats Iraq War veterans is opposed to DC's assisted suicide bill
Medical professionals, attorneys and disabilities rights advocates have united in opposition to a proposal that would legalize assisted suicide in... Read more
Full text of Pope Francis' in-flight interview from Paraguay to Rome
In the course of his 64 minute in-flight press conference while en route to Rome, Pope Francis answered questions ranging... Read more
Pope calls 'communist crucifix' protest art, but says he wasn't offended
Responding to waves of controversy after receiving a “communist crucifix” – a carving of Christ crucified on a hammer and... Read more
No controversy here – Pope sets record straight on family synod remarks
During a press briefing on the return flight from South America, Pope Francis clarified that his call for prayer ahead... Read more
With freedom for Catholic education uncertain, English diocese charts a path
Catholic schools in England could face problems under both a new “British values” government mandate and demands to approve same-sex... Read more
Pope Francis off-the-cuff to young people: Don't waste your lives
Pope Francis tossed aside his prepared remarks in a talk to thousands of Paraguay's young people – urging the crowd... Read more
Spectacular Paraguay altar destined to be broken down, recycled
The more than 60,000 corncobs, 20,000 squashes and 150,000 coconuts that adorn the altarpiece in Asuncion’s Ñu Guazú park where... Read more
Want to preach the Gospel effectively? Be welcoming, Pope says
In the final homily of his trip to South America Pope Francis said that a key aspect of Christian spirituality... Read more
Pope to Paraguay’s poor: faith without solidarity is dead
On his final day in South America Pope Francis visited the poorest neighborhood in Paraguay’s capitol, encouraging residents to practice... Read more
Pope prays with Paraguay clergy, urges conformity to Christ
Pope Francis reflected on the nature of Christian vocation on Saturday during a meeting with Paraguay’s clergy, religious and seminarians. ... Read more
Happiness and pleasure are not synonyms, Pope Francis reminds Paraguay's youth
Meeting Saturday afternoon with representatives of Paraguayan society, Pope Francis addressed young people in particular, telling them they must realize... Read more
Korean cardinal praises medics' courage in face of Mers outbreak
The recently-elevated cardinal of Seoul has expressed his gratitude to the doctors and nurses of the Catholic Medical Center for... Read more
