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Celibacy does not deny priests their sexuality or freedom, asserts French seminary rector
In an interview with the French daily, La Croix, Father Luc Crepy, rector of the Seminary of Orleans in France,... Read more
Archbishop Wenski pushes for Catholic presence in public square at installation
During his highly anticipated installation Mass as leader of the Archdiocese of Miami, Archbishop Thomas Wenski addressed his new flock... Read more
Opposition to abortion on the rise in Mexico, writes journalist
Mexican journalist Enrique Sanchez published an article in the magazine, Impacto, this week pointing out that a recent forum in... Read more
Vatican spokesman condemns loss of life in flotilla clash
In written remarks to journalists yesterday, Vatican spokesman Fr. Federico Lombardi condemned the recent “unnecessary loss of human life” in an Israeli... Read more
Modern men and women have 'profound longing' for Jesus, says Pope
At a traditional procession in the Vatican gardens marking the end of May, the Holy Father addressed the thousands of... Read more
Bishops must serve others, teaches Argentinean cardinal
During the ordination of a new auxiliary bishop for Buenos Aires, Cardinal Jorge Bergoglio recalled that the “episcopate means service... Read more
South Africa bishop blesses World Cup stadium
A South Africa bishop blessed the Mbombela World Cup stadium on May 24, one of the locations for the international... Read more
'Burn it!' if it's not in line with Church teaching: Alice von Hildebrand recalls her husband's inspiration
"If you find a word that is not in line with the Church, burn it!" were the instructions Catholic philosopher... Read more
Majority of Latin Americans oppose legalized abortion
A public opinion poll conducted by the Latin American Department of Social Sciences (LADSS) revealed that in four countries of... Read more
'High profile' Church officials named by Pope Benedict XVI for Apostolic Visitation to Ireland
The first big phase in the renewal process of the Catholic Church in Ireland begins next fall. On Monday, "high... Read more
Hell easier to bear for those who don't drag others down with them, says Msgr. Scicluna
An hour of Eucharistic Adoration was observed in the Basilica of St. Peter's on Saturday morning in which priests, nuns,... Read more
Pope's prayer intentions for June released
On Monday, the Holy See's Press Office released Pope Benedict XVI's prayer intentions for the month of June. In his... Read more
Finding God in war: Soldiers face mortality and faith in combat
It has been said that there are no atheists in foxholes. Indeed, facing mortal danger has long been a catalyst... Read more
Czech Republic and Catholic Church come to agreement in Prague cathedral dispute
The Czech president and the Archbishop of Prague have announced an agreement resolving a property dispute over St. Vitus’ Cathedral... Read more
Matteo Ricci is model for China’s renewed encounter with Christianity, Pope says
The Holy Father remembered the legacy of Jesuit missionary Fr. Matteo Ricci and his "great Chinese friends" on Saturday. The... Read more
St. Vincent de Paul Society convenes in Spain to elect new president
The Vatican announced on Friday that the international, charitable Society of St. Vincent de Paul will convene in Spain this... Read more
Newly beatified Holy Face nun remembered by Pope Benedict
Mother Maria Pierina De Micheli was beatified in Rome on Sunday. Although the Pope was not present at the rite,... Read more
Corpus Christi to be celebrated in South Bend with Spanish Mass and procession
St. Matthew Cathedral will be the site for a special premiere event hosted by the Office of Hispanic Ministry on... Read more
Pope asks for prayers for June Cyprus trip
The Holy Father asked for prayers on behalf of his coming trip to Cyprus during the English greeting after Sunday's... Read more
Sign of the cross is reminder of the Trinity dwelling in us, teaches Benedict XVI
The sign of the cross reminds us of the Trinity which resides in us, of God's name and of our... Read more
