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Gossip is a form of murder, Pope Francis reflects
During his morning Mass homily in Santa Marta, Pope Francis focused on the topic of gossip – saying that when... Read more
Haiti children's home to open in honor of Argentine priest
A rehabilitation clinic for the handicapped in Port-au-Prince will soon be opened in honor of Father Jose Gabriel del Rosario... Read more
Francis' teacher says Pope never supported Marxist theology
One of Pope Francis' former teachers says in a new book that the Holy Father has never supported a Marxist-based... Read more
Pope's first six months reveal a 'rich, complex' personality
Six months into his pontificate, Pope Francis' distinct style is beginning to take a more defined shape and is viewed... Read more
Denver archbishop offers prayers, support to flood victims
As deadly flash flooding devastates the Colorado Front Range, Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila of Denver has asked for prayers for... Read more
Cardinal Wuerl: renewal is at heart of New Evangelization
Catholics today are being called to renew their own faith in order to share the Gospel with the modern world,... Read more
Dialogue essential to Christianity, Pope tells non-believing journalist
In a letter to a prominent non-believing Italian journalist, Pope Francis called dialogue a “profound and indispensable expression” of the... Read more
Augustinian sisters remembered for martyrdom in Algeria
Two Augustinian missionaries who were martyred in 1994 during the Algerian Civil War are today remembered within their community for... Read more
Youth call education key in solving Israel-Palestine conflict
Education and interpersonal interaction offer the best hope for change in the situation between Israel and Palestine despite challenges facing... Read more
Spanish priest warns against ignorance of Church social teaching
The Church’s social doctrine is central for the life of the faithful, said a Spanish priest, and widespread ignorance of... Read more
Thai faithful echo Pope's call for peace in Syria
Catholics throughout Thailand – joined by Buddhists and Muslims in the country – have welcomed Pope Francis’ appeals for peace... Read more
Archbishop Parolin: Pope's reforms a return to Church basics
New Vatican Secretary of State Archbishop Pietro Parolin said Pope Francis' reform efforts are not revolutionary, but stem from a... Read more
Vatican releases Pope's busy schedule leading up to December
The Vatican has made public the packed schedule of liturgical activities Pope Francis will be involved in during the months... Read more
Vatican willing to hand over accused nuncio to civil authorities
A Vatican spokesman has said that the Holy See is willing to hand over a former nuncio accused of sexual... Read more
Romanian martyr hailed as reminder of freedom in Christ
Monsignor Vladimir Ghika, a martyr under the 20th century communist government in Romania, was beatified on Aug. 31, recognized as... Read more
Pope Francis urges faithful to help meet refugees' needs
Pope Francis called for solidarity with refugees during his Tuesday visit to a Jesuit refugee center in Rome, reminding Christians... Read more
Stockton diocese faces possible bankruptcy over abuse lawsuits
The bishop of Stockton, California has told his parishioners that all the funds for settling sexual abuse lawsuits have been... Read more
Religious liberty key to peace in Middle East, cardinal says
Lasting peace in the Holy Land and throughout the Middle East requires respect for human rights, including a vigorous freedom... Read more
Bishops release special Mass prayers for 9/11 anniversary
On the twelfth anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, the U.S. bishops have released special Mass intercessions to... Read more
Chilean lawmakers establish day for unborn children
By a vote of 59-27, the Chilean House of Representatives has approved a law establishing March 25 as the Day... Read more
