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Legionaries to begin series of 'community reflections' in February
The Legion of Christ is not yet back on its feet, but signs are coming from Rome that a slow... Read more
Spain provides least amount of family aid among European Union countries
A new policy in Spain has put the country in last place among members of the European Union in the... Read more
The Bible is the star of Bethlehem for today, Pope says
As the magi saw God's path by following the light of the star, Christians today find their way by the... Read more
Thousands demand Spanish minister respect right to conscientious objection
The association Professionals for Ethics in Spain announced that 3,000 Spaniards have written to the country's Minister of Health, Leire... Read more
Miami’s Radio Paz becomes EWTN affiliate
Radio Paz, a ministry of the Archdiocese of Miami, has become the newest radio affiliate of the EWTN Global Catholic... Read more
Mt. Soledad memorial cross is prohibited endorsement of religion, federal court says
The Mount Soledad Memorial Cross is unconstitutional because it conveys the message of “state-endorsed religion,” a federal appeals court ruled... Read more
California bishop appointed chairman for Marriage Defense Committee
The new president of the U.S. Catholic bishops' conference, Archbishop Timothy Dolan, announced Jan. 5 that he appointed Bishop Salvatore... Read more
Phoenix hospital's break with bishop a troubling sign, health care experts say
An Arizona hospital's decision to reject the moral authority of the Bishop of Phoenix raises troubling questions about the future... Read more
Former Anglican bishops studying to become Catholic priests
Three former Anglican bishops are busily preparing to be ordained as Catholic priests on Jan. 15, following their reception into... Read more
Over 2,000 college students spread Gospel in Chile
More than 2,000 young people from 55 universities in Chile are bringing Christ to Chileans in January. Read more
Obama administration drops 'death panel' provision after controversy
After enacting a Medicare regulation on Jan. 1 that would reimburse doctors for holding end-of-life planning consults with patients, the... Read more
Christmas tells us Jesus is still present on earth, Pope says
The annual celebration of Christmas not only recalls Christ’s birth, it celebrates his continue presence in the world and in... Read more
Cuba hanging between unbridled capitalism and socialist totalitarianism, dissident warns
The coordinator of the Christian Liberation Movement is renewing his demand that the Cuban government allow the country to transition... Read more
Cardinal Pell corrects politicians who claim to be Catholic but vote differently
As the country faces intense legislative debate this upcoming year over same-sex “marriage” and euthanasia, Cardinal George Pell of Sydney... Read more
John Paul II beatification could be possible in 2011
Pope John Paul II could be beatified in 2011, Vatican expert Andrea Tornielli is reporting. Read more
Sudan in transition: An interview with Dan Griffin of Catholic Relief Services
CNA recently spoke with Dan Griffin, Catholic Relief Services' Sudan adviser, about the Church's role in helping Sudanese citizens prepare... Read more
Archdiocese of Mexico City denounces city officials' intolerance
The Archdiocese of Mexico City's weekly newspaper published an editorial criticizing the city's officials for their intolerance and for persecuting... Read more
Pakistani governor’s murder causes shock, pessimism about end to blasphemy law
The assassination of a Pakistani governor who opposed the country’s blasphemy law will make it “virtually impossible” for anyone to... Read more
Bishops of Chile oppose bill lifting abortion restrictions
The Bishops’ Conference of Chile recently expressed opposition to a bill that would legalize abortion in some cases. The bishops... Read more
Spain dedicates World Cup trophy to St. James
The president of the Spanish soccer association, Angel Maria Villar, and the coach of Spain’s national team, Vicente del Bosque,... Read more
