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St. John Vianney relic headed to England for first time
Bishop Mark Davies of Shrewsbury is asking Catholics to make a pilgrimage to venerate the heart of Saint John Vianney... Read more
Pope challenges US bishops to revive Christian culture
The priest behind the recent “ad limina” visits of America’s bishops to Rome says that Pope Benedict has called on... Read more
Religious freedom movement holding new national rallies June 8
On June 8, Stand Up For Religious Freedom will hold its second round of national protests against the contraception mandate,... Read more
New basilica links Miami archdiocese with Pope
A historic Florida parish dedicated to the Virgin Mary as “Star of the Sea” has been granted the status of... Read more
Catholic leaders see hopeful future for Haiti
Despite numerous obstacles in rebuilding in Haiti after 2010's devastating earthquake, speakers at a recent conference voiced confidence in the... Read more
Gay activist allegedly sues Colombian bishop for defending marriage
Bishop Juan Vicente Cordoba, secretary for the Colombian bishops' conference, has allegedly been sued by columnist and gay activist Felipe... Read more
Legal expert counters claim that mandate is not religious persecution
In response to assertions by Professor Stephen Schneck that the federal contraception mandate is not a form of religious persecution,... Read more
Cardinal says social conflicts can only be solved with truth, order
Cardinal Juan Luis Cipriani of Lima has reiterated the Church’s call to peace and said social conflicts can only be... Read more
Vatican rules sister’s sexual ethics book is not Catholic
The Vatican has declared that a book on sexual morality written by a controversial American sister runs so contrary to... Read more
Calif. gay therapy restriction bill called intrusive, unscientific
California's senate has approved a bill restricting the therapeutic treatment of homosexuality in minors. Critics say the measure fails to... Read more
Sister overcame shyness in pursuit of vocation
Sister Mary Thomasina John, PCJ, said that although she had wanted to enter the religious life for years, she didn’t... Read more
Pope: The married family can change the world
Pope Benedict XVI has told the 7th World Meeting of Families in Milan that the family based upon marriage can... Read more
Syrian Church Father St. Ephrem honored June 9
On June 9, the Roman Catholic Church honors Saint Ephrem of Syria, a deacon, hermit, and Doctor of the Church... Read more
Pope reveals next World Meeting of Families is in Philadelphia
Pope Benedict XVI announced this morning at the closing Mass of the seventh World Meeting of Families that the next... Read more
HHS mandate 'ominous' threat to religious liberty, priest says
As the battle to defend religious freedom continues, a Capitol Hill priest said the contraception mandate should be a cause... Read more
Catholic history buff inspires leadership
Within these walls came a turning point” for Ulysses S. Grant, says James Wirth, owner of the 18th president’s first... Read more
Denver missionaries' weekend event brings love to homeless youth
Dozens of homeless young people in Denver are receiving food, clothing, and other essentials through "48 Hours," a new initiative... Read more
Pope calls family the foundation of a new Christian culture
Pope Benedict XVI began his visit to Milan for the 7th World Meeting of Families by challenging the northern Italian... Read more
Archbishop Sartain stresses dedication to addressing religious sisters' issues
Archbishop J. Peter Sartain of Seattle says he is dedicated to addressing concerns regarding the Leadership Conference of Women Religious... Read more
Brazil's Copacabana Beach, air force base to be main WYD sites
A Brazilian bishop and top organizer revealed today that Copacabana Beach and the Santa Cruz Air Base will be the... Read more
