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Pope Benedict asks society to give its 'best' for those in need
The Pope rallied support for those in need of social assistance as he visited Nen Deu, an institution for poor,... Read more
Stone from Lincoln Cathedral in England now in Nebraska
On the occasion of Bishop Fabian W. Bruskewitz’s 50th Priesthood Jubilee last summer, he received an unusual but welcome gift:... Read more
Gaudi's Sagrada Familia a hymn of praise 'carved in stone'
Pope Benedict lauded the design of Barcelona's newly dedicated minor basilica in bringing the Gospel to everyone, especially the poor. Read more
Pope Benedict XVI dedicates Barcelona's Sagrada Familia
The Church of the Holy Family’s altar was blessed and the church officially dedicated by Pope Benedict XVI on the... Read more
St. Josaphat, martyr for Church unity, to be remembered Nov. 12
On the day of his martyrdom, Nov. 12, Roman Catholics and some Eastern Catholics will remember St. Josaphat Kuntsevych, a... Read more
Papal visit will highlight Catholic vision of Spain's greatest architect
Most of the renowned artists who lived during the last century weren't known for being particularly religious. But while many... Read more
Pope Benedict calls Europe to return to the cross, the 'guiding star'
Developing further the concept of "new evangelization" in the world, Pope Benedict XVI has called all of Europe - especially... Read more
Would-be pro golfer on path to priesthood
It’s easy to imagine a six-foot, tanned, 32-year-old Peter Hannah on the golf greens of Monterey, California, in textbook form,... Read more
Church is the 'embrace of God,' pilgrim Pope tells Spaniards
Pope Benedict XVI spoke of transformation through the love of God as he visited one of the major Catholic pilgrimage... Read more
Benedict XVI encourages justice for poor and defenseless upon arrival in Spain
Immediately upon arriving in Spain, Pope Benedict XVI touched on the sensitive topic of abortion in the country today. The... Read more
Archbishop emphasizes ‘full spectrum’ Catholicism after marriage controversy
Outlining his pastoral ministry, his work on immigration, and his prayerful opposition to abortion, the Archbishop of Minneapolis-St. Paul has... Read more
Bishop asks Pope to confirm Spain in her faith
Bishop Jose Ignacio Munilla of San Sebastian asked Pope Benedict XVI to confirm Spain in her faith during his Nov.... Read more
Bishop requests historic cathedral no longer be referred to as mosque
Bishop Demetrio Fernandez of Cordoba, Spain has asked that the city’s historic cathedral be referred to as a Catholic church... Read more
Controversial angels’ order given Vatican OK
The Vatican’s top doctrine office says a once-controversial association the promotes veneration of the angels is now in full conformity... Read more
Bishops of Paraguay call for laws defending life and the family
The Bishops’ Conference of Paraguay has called for the defense of human life and the family, noting that a series... Read more
Pope to visit Spain as it searches for renewal
When Pope Benedict XVI arrives in Spain this weekend he will find a society facing an economic crisis and the... Read more
Pro-family leader emphasizes need for Pope's visit to Spain
Pro-family leader Ramon Novella spoke out on Nov. 4 emphasizing that the Pope's upcoming visit to Spain comes at a... Read more
Dramatic defeat of Iowa judges raises hopes for marriage amendment
When U.S. voters are asked whether or not their state should retain its judges every two years, many aren't quite... Read more
Pro-life leaders reflect on gains in Congress, fallout from health care law
Pro-life Republican gains in Congress are “substantial” and are likely due to the Catholic vote, according to two pro-life leaders.... Read more
Pope welcomes new seminary in Cuba
Entrusting the new Cuban seminary to Our Lady of Charity, Pope Benedict in a message invited Cuban seminarians to identify... Read more
