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A new church is consecrated in United Arab Emirates amid hope for peace, dialogue
The inauguration and blessing of a new parish in the capital of the United Arab Emirates last week was met... Read more
The Pope's take on transgender issues? Accept the body God gave you
Pope Francis' new encyclical on the environment calls for men and women to acknowledge their bodies as a “gift” from... Read more
Pope Francis blasts abortion, population control in new encyclical
In his new encyclical on the environment, Pope Francis slams attacks against human life such as abortion, embryonic experimentation and... Read more
Environment encyclical takes bold stance on controversial issues
In his newly released encyclical on the environment, Pope Francis did not hesitate to wade into controversial topics, making statements... Read more
A meeting to remember: seminarians chat with Benedict XVI
Several enthusiastic seminarians met with Benedict XVI at the Vatican Gardens on Tuesday – even though it is their exam... Read more
In Thailand, Catholic seminary marks eight vibrant decades
The Sacred Heart of Jesus Minor Seminary in Thailand’s Chantaburi diocese has spent 80 years forming young men to be... Read more
Don't blame God when someone dies – trust in the resurrection, Pope says
Instead of blaming God when a parent loses a child – or vice versa – families should remember that because... Read more
Pope Francis: Receive new encyclical with 'open heart'
Speaking one day before its official release to the public, Pope Francis is asking for people to have an “open... Read more
Top US bishops unwavering in support of traditional marriage ahead of Synod
In their spring general assembly held last week, just four months before the Synod on the Family in Rome, top... Read more
Muslim leaders in Lebanon condemn persecution of Christians in the Middle East
The leaders of four branches of Islam in Lebanon gathered earlier this month to issue a joint statement in the... Read more
Ahead of Supreme Court marriage decision, states act to protect religious freedom
As the U.S. Supreme Court prepares to deliver a ruling that could lead to sweeping changes in the definition of... Read more
How the US bishops believe America can overcome racial violence
The head of the U.S. bishops’ conference pledged support for reconciliation and healing efforts in areas around the country that... Read more
Benedict XVI's summer plans – rare public events and a visit to Castel Gandolfo
Benedict XVI’s summer is set to be the most active since he stepped down from the pontificate in 2013, with... Read more
What happens when an entire country becomes infested with demons?
Can a country with deep Christian roots like Mexico find itself at the mercy of demons? Some in the Church... Read more
For Archbishop Gomez, assisted suicide bill is empty compassion
People suffering from terminal illness deserve true compassion and care – not violence, Archbishop Jose H. Gomez of Los Angeles... Read more
In Vatican trial, former archbishop faces sex abuse charges
Former papal nuncio Josef Wesolowski will be tried by the Vatican’s criminal court for sexual abuse of minors and for... Read more
Minn. archbishop resigns with 'clear conscience' amid sex abuse charges
Pope Francis has accepted the resignation of the archbishop and an auxiliary bishop of Saint Paul and Minneapolis, less than... Read more
Is climate change natural or man-induced? For Pope Francis, it’s both
One of the most challenging scientific questions Pope Francis faces in his new encyclical on creation is that of climate... Read more
Married couples to Catholic Church: Give us clear, positive teaching on marriage
Alice Heinzen was with her dad and siblings on a ski trip when she froze on top of what looked... Read more
