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Vatican seminar to explore John Paul II document on women
The Pontifical Council for the Laity is slated to hold a study seminar on one of Blessed John Paul II's... Read more
Benedict XVI assures atheist of need for frank dialogue
In a letter to Italian mathematician Piergiorgio Odifreddi, who is an atheist, the former Pope, Benedict XVI, affirmed the professor's... Read more
Bombay archdiocese hosts seminar on beauty of stained glass
To promote a revival of beautiful Christian art in India, the Archdiocese of Bombay has held a seminar on stained... Read more
Manhattan Declaration draws renewed commitment, prayers
Advocates of life, marriage and religious liberty united in New York on Wednesday to pray together and reaffirm their dedication... Read more
Archbishop Gomez: conversion, mercy at heart of Pope’s interview
In his weekly column, Archbishop José H. Gomez said that despite what secular media outlets have reported, the heart of... Read more
Five appointments made to Pope's liturgical celebrations office
The Vatican announced Sept. 26 that five men were appointed as consultants to the Office of Liturgical Celebrations of the... Read more
'Know Jesus,' Pope urges during daily homily
In his daily homily Pope Francis stressed the importance of having a personal encounter with Jesus, and said that there... Read more
Pius XII knew he would be misunderstood, theologian says
A priest who knew Pius XII personally and had access to “every strip of paper” in the Vatican archives says... Read more
Architects eager to begin Crystal Cathedral's renovation
The leading architects in the massive undertaking of renovating the 'Crystal Cathedral' into Christ Cathedral for the Diocese of Orange,... Read more
Like Benedict, Pope Francis doesn't want Church of 'moralists'
While Pope Francis’ mention of the Church’s priorities in a recent interview grabbed worldwide attention, few remember that Benedict XVI... Read more
Unauthorized migrant numbers may be increasing, study finds
As the Pope and bishops continue to call for the just and humane treatment of migrants, a new survey has... Read more
Religious sisters lead first class-action suit against HHS mandate
The Little Sisters of the Poor have filed the first class-action lawsuit against the federal contraception mandate, saying that it... Read more
Modern heart must be won by radical love, Archbishop Chaput says
Archbishop Charles J. Chaput of Philadelphia said the Holy Father’s recent lengthy interview calls attention to the modern world as... Read more
World needs the Church's witness of unity, Pope teaches
Today during his general audience, Pope Francis drew attention to the rich diversity within the universal Church, saying that such... Read more
One-child policy still a massive threat to women, expert warns
In wake of the 33rd anniversary of China's one-child policy, a women's rights activist has raised concern about those who... Read more
Pope Francis excommunicates dissident priest in Australia
Pope Francis has ordered the excommunication of a Catholic priest in Australia who illicitly said Mass, taught that women should... Read more
Pope to be invited to address European Parliament
At an Oct. 11 audience with the Pope, European Parliament president Martin Schulz is expected to formally invite Pope Francis... Read more
Global community offers prayers, support after Kenya attack
A deadly terrorist attack at a shopping mall in the capital of Kenya has drawn prayers and condolences from across... Read more
New Catholic Voices head eager to help share Church's message
The new head of a Catholic communications training group says he hopes to help the faithful present the complex truths... Read more
Recent Vatican appointments dominated by diplomats, say observers
According to Vatican observers, a Pope Francis “revolution” in the Roman Curia began Sept. 21, when a series of appointments... Read more
