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Cardinal Bertone: Vatican secretary of state has pastoral task
As the Vatican's Secretary of State is also a bishop, his diplomatic action must take into consideration pastoral and missionary... Read more
US bishops' new leaders commit to protecting human dignity
The incoming leaders of the U.S. bishops’ conference voiced a commitment to reaching out in love to defend human life... Read more
Church’s poverty work merits recognition, cardinal says
Cardinal Sean O’Malley of Boston has said that the Catholic Church’s work in addressing poverty needs to be made “front... Read more
Pope thanks boy for entrusting him to guardian angel
A 16 year-old Argentine boy who suffers from chronic encephalopathy – a brain disorder – was moved by a letter... Read more
Pope Francis most popular name online, survey says
A new global survey has revealed that Pope Francis has topped the list of names most mentioned on the internet... Read more
Baptism is a 'bath of regeneration,' says Pope
During his general audience, Pope Francis devoted his reflections to the sacrament of Baptism, stating that it opens the door... Read more
Vatican Secretary of State expected in office on Saturday
Archbishop Pietro Parolin, Vatican City's Secretary of State, who has reportedly been ill, will arrive in Rome next Saturday to... Read more
Vatican bombing in WWII was work of Italian fascists, author says
Following the 70th anniversary of the bombing of the Vatican in World War II, the author of a new book... Read more
Portsmouth bishop to consecrate diocese at Year of Faith's end
Bishop Philip Egan of Portsmouth has announced that as a conclusion to the Year of Faith, he will consecrate the... Read more
US bishops to address 'pervasive' challenges of pornography
The U.S. bishops have overwhelmingly approved the creation of a statement on pornography to address the “serious pastoral challenges” and... Read more
Bishops create new staff position to aid post-abortion healing
The U.S. bishops have voted to add a bishops’ conference staff member to work with the post-abortion healing ministry Project... Read more
Bishops extend initiative for life, marriage, religious liberty
The U.S. bishops have voted overwhelmingly to continue their “Call to Prayer” aimed at the promotion of life, marriage and... Read more
Pope Francis: the hands of God are 'blistered by love'
In his daily homily Pope Francis recalled how God formed man with his own hand, emphasizing that he is a... Read more
Costa Rica ambassador praises 'paternal' heart of Pope Francis
The Costa Rican ambassador to Italy praised Pope Francis for his example and attention to the poor, speaking also of... Read more
Archbishop Kurtz elected president of US bishops' conference
The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops has elected Archbishop Joseph E. Kurtz of Louisville as its next president, giving national... Read more
French movement to protect marriage is welcoming of all
A French movement dedicated to the understanding of marriage as an institution between a man and a woman has assembled... Read more
Cardinals: poverty, religious freedom are part of Church's social message
Pope Francis’ message of concern for the poor is one that is echoed in the U.S., as part of a... Read more
Bishops asked to hold collection for Typhoon Haiyan relief
U.S. Bishops gathered at their fall general assembly in Baltimore were asked to hold a special collection for victims of... Read more
Synod, evangelization discussed at bishops' meeting
During the first day of their fall meeting in Baltimore, the U.S. bishops discussed themes and priorities for their work... Read more
Caritas aid agency provides relief to typhoon-wrecked Philippines
In the devastating wake of Typhoon Haiyan in the Philippines, Caritas, a relief agency of the Church, has rushed to... Read more
