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Colorado miracle spurs German nun's beatification
The Sisters of St. Francis of Perpetual Adoration are thrilled at the approved beatification of their German founder, Mother Maria... Read more
Pope Francis prays at John Paul II's tomb on anniversary
Pope Francis spent a “long time” kneeling in silent prayer before the tomb of Blessed John Paul II on April... Read more
Boston College draws support on condom distribution ban
Despite attacks against Boston College for its prohibition of condom distribution on campus, the school says its rules are similar... Read more
Seattle archbishop decries Washington abortion bill
The Archbishop of Seattle warned state legislators that a proposed bill requiring abortion coverage in health care plans will result... Read more
Americans encouraged to join mounting opposition to mandate
With six days remaining to file public comments on the federal contraception mandate, one Catholic leader is calling on Americans... Read more
UN harshly criticized for pushing abortion in Peru
Health and legal experts throughout Peru are denouncing a recent recommendation by the U.N. Human Rights Commission that the nation... Read more
John Paul II seen in Pope Francis, Vatican official reflects
On the eighth anniversary of Blessed John Paul II’s death, the Vatican official in charge of overseeing his canonization process... Read more
Recognize Risen Christ in those suffering autism, Vatican says
The Vatican is observing World Autism Awareness Day by calling on Christians to recognize the Risen Christ in autistic people... Read more
Event aims for abortion industry 'exodus'
Former abortion clinic manager Abby Johnson is organizing a day – called “Exodus 2013” – for abortion workers seeking to... Read more
Teens in LA prison thank Pope for example of love
After hearing about Pope Francis' Holy Thursday Mass where he washed the feet of juvenile detainees, imprisoned youth in Los... Read more
Wisconsin missionary priest's path to sainthood begins
The Diocese of La Crosse has opened the beatification cause of Wisconsin priest Father Joseph Walijewski on March 19, a... Read more
Hobby Lobby granted full court hearing for mandate case
Christian-owned craft giant Hobby Lobby will be able to make its appeal against the federal contraception mandate before a full... Read more
Venezuelan cardinal: don't equate human leaders with Christ
Christ, who is both God and man, must not be equated with any human leader or personality, warned Cardinal Jorge... Read more
Pope Francis prays at St. Peter's tomb
Pope Francis made a private visit to the tomb of St. Peter on the afternoon of Easter Monday to spend... Read more
Easter sacraments can revive relationships, Pope teaches
The Pope told a crowd gathered in St. Peter’s Square for the Regina Coeli that the grace from the sacraments... Read more
Pope on Easter: let Christ transform us into agents of mercy
After celebrating his first Easter Sunday Mass as pontiff in a packed St. Peter's Square at the Vatican, Pope Francis... Read more
Vatican: Pope washing women inmates' feet a 'beautiful' gesture
In response to controversy, the Vatican's spokesman has praised Pope Francis' “simple” act of love for including two women among... Read more
Welcome Jesus as a friend, Pope encourages at Easter Vigil
Pope Francis called on Christians to let the risen Jesus enter their lives and to welcome him with trust as... Read more
Super Bowl winner looks back with thanks
Faith has always played a significant role in many NFL players lives. In this era, New York Jets backup quarterback... Read more
Roman baker sells Easter cakes to commemorate Vatican basilica
Italians are known for their food, and at Easter time one Roman baker is putting his craft on display by... Read more
