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University forces Vanderbilt Catholic group to change its name
Forced to leave campus for reasons of conscience, Vanderbilt University's Catholic student organization has now been ordered by the university... Read more
Conn. Catholic Conference praises repeal of death penalty
The Connecticut legislature’s passage of a bill to abolish the death penalty is “a wonderful step in the right direction,”... Read more
Vatican consultant defends Cardinal Schönborn in parish council flap
An Italian politician and papal consultant has defended Viennese Cardinal Christoph Schönborn's choice to reinstate an Austrian parish council member... Read more
Alumni urge Pontifical University of Peru to not cut ties with Church
An alumni group from the Pontifical Catholic University of Peru urged the school to not cease discussions with the Church... Read more
Leader of 40 Days for Life criticizes abortion prayer effort
A California clergy group linked to Planned Parenthood has organized a 40-day prayer campaign for abortion rights, drawing criticism from... Read more
Chilean diocese to investigate alleged sex abuse of former seminarian
The Diocese of Valparaiso in Chile says it is determined to establish the facts surrounding accusations of sexual abuse that... Read more
Bishops urge rejection of laws that attack religious freedom
The U.S. bishops have issued a statement alerting American Catholics that they are obligated to disobey unjust laws that infringe... Read more
Pro-life campaign saves over 800 babies during Lenten outreach
The 40 Days for Life spring campaign of pro-life advocacy, prayer and community outreach ended on April 1 after saving... Read more
Author sees sexual revolution at root of women’s discontent
Modern women are less happy because of fundamental problems caused by the culture’s casual attitude toward sex, according to author... Read more
Pakistan among most dangerous countries for women, priest says
A priest of the Camillian order in Pakistan has spoken out against the abuse of women in the country, including... Read more
Santorum’s linkage of morals, economy could have lasting impact
As Rick Santorum ends his bid for president, political analysts are suggesting that his campaign may significantly affect the national... Read more
New smart phone app launched for WYD Rio 2013
Organizers for World Youth Day Rio 2013 have launched a new app allowing users to track the WYD Pilgrim Cross... Read more
Catholic Voices heeds Pope's call for public witness in US
The recently-formed Catholic Voices USA organization is seeking volunteers to defend Church teachings, in response to Pope Benedict XVI's recent... Read more
Pope grieves passing of Puerto Rico's Cardinal Aponte
Pope Benedict grieved the death of Cardinal Luis Aponte Martinez of Puerto Rico, who passed away at the age of... Read more
Christ's resurrection offers freedom from fear, Pope teaches
Believers in Christ can look to his resurrection as a source of fearless confidence, Pope Benedict XVI told pilgrims in... Read more
Study finds new religious vocations are younger, more educated
A recent study of men and women who professed perpetual vows in 2011 shows that new members of religious orders... Read more
Catholic University of America celebrates 125th anniversary
The Catholic University of America celebrated the 125th anniversary of its founding on April 10, an occasion that brought “cordial... Read more
Catholic bishops back Neb. bill to help pregnant immigrants
The Catholic bishops of Nebraska have praised the state legislature’s vote to restore taxpayer-funded access to prenatal care for poor... Read more
Report finds few abuse allegations against Catholic clergy in 2011
Law enforcement found only seven credible allegations of sexual abuse of minors against Catholic clergy in the U.S. in 2010... Read more
Vatican declares Cuban priest-educator ‘venerable’
Servant of God Fr. Felix Varela, a 19th-century educator and slavery abolitionist who advocated for Cuban independence, has been declared... Read more
