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Former Popes John Paul II and John XXIII to be canonized
Pope Francis has approved the cause for canonization of two previous Popes, Blessed John Paul II and Blessed John XXIII. Read more
Release of Pope Francis' first encyclical stresses beauty of faith
The first encyclical of Pope Francis – which had been started by the former Pope, Benedict XVI – has been... Read more
Bishops stress need to secure voting rights
In the wake of a U.S. Supreme Court decision that struck down part of the Voting Rights Act, the U.S.... Read more
Pope: Christ gives us 'identity card' of freedom, salvation
During daily Mass on Thursday, Pope Francis explained that Christians are free because of Jesus, who gives them their identity... Read more
Laity must help restore religious liberty, Cardinal Wuerl says
To renew respect for religious freedom in society, the Church needs lay people who live out their religious beliefs with love,... Read more
Despite setbacks, Vatican Bank undergoing important evolution
News that Vatican Financial Intelligence Authority (AIF) has been admitted to a global network of financial oversight agencies proves that... Read more
Lawsuit seeks to uncover influences on HHS mandate policy
The Diocese of Pittsburgh has filed a lawsuit charging that the federal government created illegal barriers to its request for... Read more
Artist's faith grows through Benedict XVI portrait
A British artist who has painted the British royal family and Margaret Thatcher in person says his Christian faith “deepened”... Read more
Panelists predict widespread impact of marriage rulings
Although the Supreme Court’s recent rulings on marriage were narrowly constructed, legal experts said, they will likely have far-reaching consequences... Read more
Cardinal Dolan recalls conclave experience in new book
In a new e-book, Cardinal Timothy M. Dolan offers his personal insight into a momentous time in the Church's recent... Read more
Marriage rulings pose obstacle to Church teaching, bishop says
The U.S. Supreme Court's recent decisions on gay marriage will make it harder for the Church to teach Americans about... Read more
Retired Pennsylvania bishop dies, age 85
Bishop Anthony G. Bosco, who retired as bishop of Greensburg in 2004, died peacefully July 2 at his home after... Read more
Works of mercy caress, bind Christ's wounds, Pope teaches
On the feast of Saint Thomas the Apostle, Pope Francis said that encountering Christ is done by reaching out to... Read more
Milwaukee archbishop releases abuse documentation
Archbishop Jerome E. Listecki has released almost 6,000 pages of documents related to the Archdiocese of Milwaukee’s handling of sex... Read more
Pro-life advocates laud Ohio budget provisions
Ohio governor John Kasich signed a state budget on Sunday which local pro-life backers say is the “most pro-life in... Read more
Slain Syrian priest remembered at Mass in Rome
Father Francois Mourad, a monk killed last week in the ongoing violence in Syria, is being prayed for and remembered... Read more
Faith groups unite to stress need for HHS mandate exemptions
More than 100 religious leaders from various faith backgrounds are asking the U.S. government to respect the beliefs of those... Read more
Online video highlights Pope Francis' vocational path
A new animated video in 15 different languages is helping Catholics and non-Catholics learn more about Pope Francis in a... Read more
US bishops support nuclear disarmament, Middle East peace efforts
In a letter to President Barack Obama, two leaders of the U.S. bishops voiced support for continued efforts towards nuclear... Read more
Take courage in your weakness, Pope Francis teaches
During his homily at daily Mass in the Vatican's Saint Martha House, Pope Francis said Christians must have the courage... Read more
