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US bishops: employment bill is wrong solution to discrimination
A bill to prohibit workplace discrimination against homosexual and transgender persons poses serious threats to religious freedom and undermines the... Read more
Vatican nunciature to Syria hit by mortar; no casualties
The Vatican's nunciature in Damascus was hit by a mortar round at 6:30 am on Tuesday, damaging the building but... Read more
Pope Francis: Christians are 'called to a party'
During his daily Mass Pope Francis said that at the essence of Christianity is an invitation to the Lord’s feast,... Read more
Vatican releases preparatory document for synod on family
At a press conference Tuesday, the Vatican released the official preparatory document on the upcoming synod of bishops on the... Read more
Musician blends Tango, classic styles in Mass composition
At a festival in Rome, an Argentinian composer noted the need for sacred music in modern society and spoke of... Read more
Pro-life groups say McAuliffe too 'extreme' for Va. governor
As Virginians head to the polls to elect their next governor, pro-life groups are urging voters to consider the ‘extreme’... Read more
Indian diocese goes 'green' at intercultural festival
The Diocese of Miao, located in far north-east India, is promoting stewardship of the environment by choosing to give saplings... Read more
Defending marriage is critical for society, Bishop Conley warns
Warning that a “fierce debate on the future of marriage” is coming to Nebraska, Bishop James Conley of Lincoln emphasized... Read more
Pope: our strength, hope is in the mercy of God
At a special Mass honoring all of the bishops and cardinals who have died during the past year, Pope Francis... Read more
Vatican study group examines human trafficking issues
Experts from around the world gathered at the Vatican this weekend to investigate and discuss the growing practice of “modern... Read more
Video highlights seminarians, priestly vocations in Los Angeles
As seminary enrollments continue to rise, the Los Angeles archdiocese has released a vocational video titled “Follow Me: Journeys to... Read more
Vatican rejects claims of Pope 'polling' Catholics on marriage
The director of the Holy See press office has clarified that Pope Francis has not presented a questionnaire to Catholics... Read more
Catholic principal says Quebec rule prohibits teaching faith
The province of Quebec is moving towards a “closed secularism” that will harm the ability to teach Catholicism in high... Read more
Women uniquely understand 'truth of man,' philosopher says
In light of Pope Francis’ call for a deeper theology of women, a leading Italian philosopher spoke of the importance... Read more
Fair trade group promotes conscientious Christmas shopping
As the season of Advent draws closer, Catholic Relief Services and a fair trade group are encouraging consumers to be... Read more
Pope calls Feast of All Saints a 'day of hope'
Pope Francis offered Mass on All Saints’ Day at a Roman cemetery, preaching on the importance of hope in Christian... Read more
Pope praises 'ridiculous' tax collector who sought Jesus
In his Angelus message to the crowds in St. Peter’s Square, Pope Francis praised the ‘ridiculous’ actions of Zaccheus, the... Read more
Despite small size, Church in Brunei has 'lively' faith
Although it is one of the youngest and smallest “dioceses” in southeast Asia, the Apostolic Vicariate of Brunei is a... Read more
Pro-life advocates urge abortion transparency in health care
Pro-life leaders are calling for transparency in the health care exchanges created by the Affordable Care Act, asking that they... Read more
Pope prays at papal tombs on Feast of All Souls
Late Saturday afternoon Pope Francis went to the Vatican grottos to pray in private for the souls of the deceased... Read more
