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The challenge of human rights recognition in Europe
While Pope Francis was applauded at the European Parliament on Tuesday at his mention of children “killed even before being... Read more
Reject 'false hope' of violence, archbishop implores after Ferguson ruling
The Archbishop of St. Louis rejected violent responses to a grand jury’s decision not to indict a Ferguson police officer... Read more
Is dialogue with terrorists a lost cause? Pope Francis says no
Speaking to journalists in-flight on his way back from Strasbourg, Pope Francis touched on dialogue with extremist terrorists – saying... Read more
Pope tells 'haggard' Europe that human dignity is key to renewal
Pope Francis’ address to the European Parliament touched on a variety of issues, all of which, he said, ought to... Read more
Scholars: No, Benedict XVI doesn't support Kasper in Synod debates
A new volume of Benedict XVI's collected works includes an updated version of a 1972 essay in which he had... Read more
LGBT activist leader faces sex crimes charges involving teen
A founder of the Human Rights Campaign, an influential gay advocacy group that has begun targeting Catholic bishops for protests,... Read more
Will Pope Francis' words foster a new pact for Europe?
With elections for European Parliament having taken place in May, an auxiliary bishop of Brussels hopes that Pope Francis' Nov.... Read more
Pope's Philly visit will be 'powerful' witness to marriage, bishop says
Next year’s World Meeting of Families – which Pope Francis has confirmed he will attend – will be a “tremendous... Read more
New Gary, Indiana bishop praised for focus on evangelization
Pope Francis has named the next bishop of Gary, Indiana: Milwaukee’s Auxiliary Bishop Donald J. Hying, who drew praise for... Read more
Pope greets Indian community at Mass for newest saints
God's love is the “source” and “destination” of all holiness, said Pope Francis on Nov. 24, speaking of India's newly... Read more
Human dignity at risk in Europe, advocates warn before Pope's speech
Ahead of Pope Francis’ Nov. 25 address to the European Parliament in Strasbourg, France, pro-life leaders are emphasizing the danger... Read more
Website shines light on which health plans cover abortion
A new website informing Americans whether or not their health plans cover abortion is up and running, with advocates saying... Read more
Cardinal Sarah appointment paves the way for new Curia
Cardinal Robert Sarah has been appointed as Prefect of the Congregation for Divine Worship and the Discipline of the Sacraments... Read more
Facing Boko Haram, Nigerians 'storm the heavens with prayers'
Boko Haram's expansion has meant murders, forced conversion, and forcible expulsion from homes, causing Catholics in Nigeria to pray and... Read more
Pope Francis tells how to bring about Christ's kingdom
On the Feast of Christ the King, during the canonization Mass of six new saints, Pope Francis said that Jesus... Read more
Build on the fruit of missionaries, Pope encourages Zambian bishops
In his ad limina address to the bishops of Zambia on Monday, Pope Francis urged them to continue to build... Read more
Indian Catholics find spiritual inspiration in two new saints
Two new Indian Catholic saints to be canonized by Pope Francis on Sunday were known for their deep spiritual life... Read more
Autism not a cause to lose hope, Vatican conference encourages
An international conference held this week at the Vatican is looking to bring “a message of hope and joy” to... Read more
Pope: break down the stigma burdening those with autism
Pope Francis has said autistic disorders are nothing to be ashamed of, as he encouraged everyone to build solidarity to... Read more
Will Pope Francis' visit to Europe's parliament bolster family issues?
Awaiting the Pope's visit to Strasbourg next week, an official of the Federation of Catholic Family Associations in Europe says... Read more
