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Newark archdiocese receives Bishop Hebda as coadjutor
Pope Francis today appointed Archbishop Bernard A. Hebda, who had been serving as Bishop of Gaylord, in northern Michigan, as... Read more
Pope Francis: sacrament of the Eucharist is not a 'magic rite'
During his daily homily, Pope Francis gave special emphasis to the Sacrament of the Holy Eucharist, saying that it is... Read more
Holy Childhood Society celebrates 25 years in Colombo
A group which aims to foster a missionary spirit among children celebrated the 25th anniversary of its establishment in the... Read more
Prejudice towards migrants and refugees must end, Pope stresses
In honor of the upcoming World Migration Day, Pope Francis said that the improvement of society demands the end of... Read more
Denver archbishop: Syrian martyrs are 'model of courage'
Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila of Denver has said that Syrian Catholics killed for their faith offer a “model of courage... Read more
Supreme Knight rejects idea of contrast between Francis, Benedict
Media narratives about Pope Francis have lead to a misunderstanding of his interview with Jesuit magazines, as well as a... Read more
Military archbishop stresses faithful ministry for chaplains
In ministering to gay individuals, Catholic chaplains must share Christ’s love and mercy, without being forced to condone same-sex relationships,... Read more
Bishops voice support for marriage, religious freedom bill
American bishops have praised a recent bill in the House of Representatives that would protect those who share the Church’s... Read more
Columnist calls for 'life-giving' community among single laity
Amid rising numbers of people living alone, the Church must help build relationships and community with those who are not... Read more
Pope expresses good will to Muslims in letter to Sunni imam
Pope Francis has indicated respect “for Islam and Muslims” in a letter to the head of the main cultural institution... Read more
Houma-Thibodaux diocese in Louisiana receives new bishop
Pope Francis appointed Bishop Shelton J. Fabre head of the Diocese of Houma-Thibodaux today, and accepted the resignation of Bishop... Read more
Peace the only solution, Pope says in wake of Pakistan bombing
Pope Francis condemned a massive suicide bombing at a Christian Church in Pakistan over the weekend, calling the violence unacceptable... Read more
Wyoming Catholic College opens hearts to God, president says
As a new academic year begins, Wyoming Catholic College’s new president believes that his school offers students an education meant... Read more
Pope cautions youth against selling themselves to 'merchants of death'
Pope Francis spoke forcefully to the youth of Sardinia today, urging them to stay faithful to Christ and avoid the... Read more
Seek God through his Mother, Pope encourages faithful
During his Sunday homily in Sardinia, the Pope explained how we should seek Christ through the intercession of our Blessed... Read more
Pope Francis rejects 'throw-away culture'
Pope Francis spoke with a group of workers and the unemployed in his pastoral visit to the island of Sardinia... Read more
Development goals must respect life and family, UN told
A return to the “basics” of human rights would help achieve the U.N.'s Millennial Development Goals in a way that... Read more
Rediscover beauty in communication, Pope tells experts
Pope Francis spoke to Church officials and social communications experts from around the world, encouraging them to focus on leading... Read more
American among wave of papal appointments, confirmations
Pope Francis made several key decisions in establishing his Curia today, appointing new officials and confirming others in their positions... Read more
Christ's gaze is life changing, Pope says
In his homily on the Feast of St. Matthew, Pope Francis reflected on the disciple’s radical conversion experience when Christ... Read more
