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Spanish martyrs show victory of love over hate, says bishop
The recent beatification of 522 Spanish martyrs of the 20th century is a testimony to the victory of God’s love,... Read more
Czech Republic is ripe for new evangelization, bishop reflects
In the aftermath following decades of communism, a Czech bishop reveals that although the number of those who practice their... Read more
Christ empowers us to be missionaries, Pope Francis says
In his weekly general audience, Pope Francis continued his reflections on the Creed, drawing attention to the Church's apostolic nature... Read more
Historian: Catholic Church pivotal in rescue of Roman Jews
The efforts of the Catholic Church were undoubtedly decisive in the escape of most of Rome's Jews during World War... Read more
Pope to auction Harley Davidson motorcycle to benefit homeless
Pope Francis has donated his Harley Davidson motorcycle to be sold to raise money for a hostel and soup kitchen... Read more
Devotion of next bishops' synod to family 'providential'
The president of the Pontifical Council for the Family, Archbishop Vincenzo Paglia, told CNA it was “providential” that Pope Francis... Read more
Supreme Court term touches on prayer, religious liberty
The 2013-2014 Supreme Court term, which began Oct. 7, will address several prominent issues in the public square, including freedom... Read more
Ordinariate Use unites Anglican tradition to Catholic Church
The introduction of a new Ordinariate Use liturgy for groups of former Anglicans is uniting some of their old traditions... Read more
Vatican implements state of the art financial transparency efforts
The Holy See's new anti-money laundering law signals that the Vatican is clearly taking the path to full financial transparency,... Read more
Pope cautions against idolatry which punctures, 'stifles' the faith
In his daily Mass homily, Pope Francis warned of the presence of idolatry in our lives, urging each person present... Read more
Cardinal Bertone steps down from role as Vatican Secretary of State
In a farewell ceremony held at the Vatican, former state secretary Cardinal Tarcisio Bertone stepped down from the position –... Read more
Calif. governor vetoes 'unfair' abuse lawsuit bill
California Gov. Jerry Brown has vetoed a controversial bill that would have allowed more decades-old sexual abuse charges against Catholic... Read more
Captain in pirate rescue praises everyday heroism of virtue
The U.S. Navy captain who led the successful effort to rescue a cargo ship captain captured by Somali pirates says... Read more
Convent on Staten Island subject of possible arson
A convent and chapel in New York City were the site this weekend of a suspicious fire, in which two... Read more
Women are the world's 'pragmatic responders,' leader says
At a Vatican conference on the topic “God entrusts the human being to the woman,” global female experts discussed the... Read more
Three Red Cross workers remain kidnapped in Syria
A day after their kidnapping in Syria, the whereabouts of three relief workers from the Red Cross remain unknown, though... Read more
Pope warns against 'Jonah syndrome' of the pharisees
In his daily homily Pope Francis examined Christ's interaction with the pharisees in the day's Gospel reading, stressing that pious... Read more
Knights' documentary explores life, vision of Pope Francis
A new documentary produced by the Knights of Columbus traces the background of Pope Francis, offering insight into his life... Read more
Pakistan bishop says attacks on Christians fueled by politics
Amid recent violence against Christians in Pakistan, a leading bishop says that the attacks are deeply rooted in the political... Read more
Pope praises ‘total love’ of Spanish martyrs
During his Sunday Angelus remarks in St. Peter’s Square, Pope Francis thanked God for the 522 priest, religious and lay... Read more
