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Mexican bishop emphasizes importance of religious freedom
Archbishop Jose Martin Rabago of Leon, Mexico recently reflected on the necessity of religious freedom. As he recalled Pope Benedict... Read more
Venezuelan bishops oppose law giving more power to Chavez
The bishops of Venezuela are standing behind Cardinal Jorge Urosa of Caracas and his criticisms of the country's President Hugo... Read more
In address to diplomats, Pope condemns limits on religious freedom
Pope Benedict XVI has once more urged Muslim religious leaders and repressive governments to do more to protect the rights... Read more
US bishops urge prayer on anniversary of Haiti earthquake
As the first anniversary of the earthquake in Haiti approaches, U.S. bishops are urging Catholics across the states to pray... Read more
Bishop Morin to re-consecrate Biloxi church
For one east Biloxi parish, the New Year signifies a new beginning. Read more
Pope Benedict encourages faithful to resdiscover joy of baptism
The gift of faith is the “most beautiful reason to live,” said Pope Benedict XVI on Sunday, the Feast of... Read more
Bishop Tobin criticizes frenetic ‘gay marriage’ push in Rhode Island
Bishop Thomas J. Tobin of Providence is warning that the “frenetic rush” to recognize “gay marriage” in Rhode Island is... Read more
St. Hilary of Poitiers, pioneering early theologian, celebrated Jan. 13
On January 13, Catholics will celebrate St. Hilary of Poitiers, a fourth-century philosopher whose studies made him a champion of... Read more
Revised New American Bible to be released Ash Wednesday
The New American Bible, Revised Edition has been approved for publication and will be available on March 9, Ash Wednesday.... Read more
Darfur bishop: Humanitarian troubles, persecution could follow Sudan independence vote
With independence very likely in south Sudan, one Sudanese bishop is looking to the future. He warns of the possibility... Read more
Denver layman’s nonprofit aids Ethiopian orphanage
Mac Bryant is familiar firsthand with the adage: Want to make God laugh? Tell him your plans. Read more
Vatican not collaborating with Discovery Channel’s exorcism series, says spokesman
The Vatican's Press Office director Fr. Federico Lombardi has denied claims that there is any official collaboration between the Holy... Read more
US lodges strong protest with Vietnam after beating of American diplomat
The U.S. State Department lodged a sharp protest with the Vietnamese government after a U.S. diplomat was beaten in the... Read more
Papal envoy ends Vietnam's Jubilee Year with call to evangelization
Celebrating the close of a jubilee year for the Church in Vietnam, special Vatican envoy, Cardinal Ivan Dias urged Catholics... Read more
Italian bishop urges international community to respect religious freedom
The president of the Italian Bishops’ Conference, Cardinal Angelo Bagnasco, is urging the international community to ensure that religious freedom... Read more
Belgian proponent of liberation theology under investigation for sexual abuse
Fr. Francois Houtart, a strong promoter of Marxist liberation theology, has admitted to sexually abusing a minor. Read more
Pontifical North American College celebrating 150 years, and biggest class in a generation
After 150 years in Rome, some things at the Pontifical North American College are being changed but traditions and the... Read more
Archdiocese calls on Mexicans to abandon veneration of St. Death
The spokesman of the Archdiocese of Mexico City, Fr. Hugo Valdemar, is urging Mexicans to abandon the practice of venerating... Read more
Need for better Catholic school books prompts mother to start publishing company
As Cheryl Dickow was teaching English and Religion to Catholic junior high students over the course of several years, she... Read more
Pakistani archbishop says assassination shows dangerous rise in extremism
Assassinated Pakistani Gov. Salman Taseer was a “staunch defender” of the rights of minorities and stood up to extremist groups, the... Read more
