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Knights of Columbus efforts in Rome highlighted in new museum exhibit
The Knights of Columbus are celebrating the 90th anniversary of their presence in Rome by reflecting on the group's contributions... Read more
As government considers Sunday change, archbishop emphasizes day's Christian meaning
Archbishop Ulloa Mendieta of Panama City, Panama said this week the Christian meaning of Sunday, the day on which “the... Read more
World needs converted priests, not ecclesial engineers, Cardinal Meisner states
The Archbishop of Cologne, Cardinal Joaquim Meisner, addressed priests from around the world gathered at the Basilica of St. Paul... Read more
Adoption for homosexuals deprives children of a family, bishop warns
Bishop Juan Ruben Martinez of Posadas in Argentina reaffirmed his opposition this week to the adoption of children by homosexual... Read more
Pope answers priests' questions on prayer, celibacy and new vocations
Priests from around the world gathered at a prayer vigil in St. Peter's Square on Thursday with Pope Benedict, who... Read more
Diocese says hospital in ‘full compliance’ with Catholic directives despite abortionist on staff
A Catholic hospital in rural Colorado has the region’s only abortionist on its staff, a pro-life activist has claimed. In... Read more
Empire State Building says policy bars honoring Mother Teresa, Catholic League to protest
The company that operates the Empire State Building has said it will not run a lighting scheme to mark Mother... Read more
Archdiocese deplores killing of teen on US-Mexico border
The Archdiocese of Mexico City released a statement this week deploring the killing of Sergio Adrian Hernandez Guereca by U.S.... Read more
Pope discusses economic crisis, protecting unborn with Spanish prime minister
This morning Pope Benedict received the prime minister of Spain at the Vatican. The two leaders discussed the role of... Read more
Orthodox blogger defends Pope, questions Time Magazine's critique of Church
A recent spread in Time Magazine is continuing to draw criticism for its treatment of the Catholic Church, both from... Read more
Catholic group marking end of Year for Priests with global Rosary relay
A non-profit group will mark the closing of the Year for Priests with a 24-hour 'Rosary Relay' to be held... Read more
Deal Hudson warns of future ‘anti-Catholic storm’ in US
An “anti-Catholic storm” is looming in the United States, Deal Hudson has claimed, because of the Church’s stance against “postmodern... Read more
Church must help Hispanic Catholics fight secularization, urges Indiana bishop
The Church must help Hispanic Catholics fight against the forces of secularization and worldly attitudes that seek to draw them... Read more
Cardinal calls on Bolivians to reject 'attacks' on human life
The Archbishop of Santa Cruz, Cardinal Julio Terrazas, called on Boivians this week to proclaim the value of human life... Read more
Bishop calls on Argentinean journalists to serve society with the 'truth'
Bishop Jorge Casaretto of San Isidro, Argentina reminded journalists this week that as communicators, they have “the noble profession of... Read more
SBA List endorses Sharron Angle in Nevada Senate race, predicts ‘year of the pro-life woman’
Saying that Nevada U.S. Senate hopeful Sharron Angle exemplifies “authentic, pro-life feminism,” the Susan B. Anthony List Candidate Fund has... Read more
Over 60 pro-life groups to protest abortion law outside Spanish Supreme Court
More than 60 pro-life associations will gather outside the Spanish Supreme Court on July 3 in Madrid to express their... Read more
Denver bishop reports atmosphere of 'great excitement' at closing of Year for Priests
In exclusive commentary provided to CNA, auxiliary Bishop James D. Conley of Denver spoke on the closing of the Year... Read more
At closing of Year for Priests, Vatican official comments on challenges clergy face
The undersecretary for the Congregation for the Clergy, Archbishop Celso Morga, told Vatican Radio this week that a fundamental challenge... Read more
Pope invites faithful to take part with prayer in close of Year for Priests
After this morning’s general audience, the Pope invited the faithful to participate in the end of the Year for Priests... Read more
