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First book by Benedict XVI to be published Tuesday

Jun 19, 2005

The Italian daily Corriere della Sera reported last week that the first book by Pope Benedict XVI, entitled “The Example... Read more

Benedict XVI reminds faithful that Christian charity is nourished by participating in the Eucharist

Jun 19, 2005

From his office window, Pope Benedict XVI reminded all the people gathered to hear him in St. Peter’s Square on... Read more

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Mexican bishops condemn drug-related violence affecting the country

Jun 16, 2005

The Bishops’ Conference of Mexico is denouncing the wave of drug trafficking violence that has spread across the northeastern region... Read more

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Cardinal Poupard calls for a faith-based response to culture issues of the day

Jun 16, 2005

The President of the Pontifical Council for Culture, Cardinal Paul Poupard, exhorted participants of the II Meeting of Directors of... Read more

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Terminally ill patient thankful for cell phone call from Pope

Jun 16, 2005

A nun identified as Sister Maria Cristina became the first person to have a cell phone conversation with a Pope. ... Read more

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Kiev patriarch says Orthodox Church and Vatican should work together

Jun 16, 2005

The Orthodox and Roman Catholic Churches much in common and should cooperate more in teaching about the importance of the... Read more

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International bishops show support, solidarity for pro-family march in Spain

Jun 16, 2005

Bishops’ conferences around the world have voiced their support for the national pro-family demonstration scheduled to take place June 18... Read more

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Vatican to tackle growing problem of trafficking, sex trade

Jun 16, 2005

The Vatican will host its first international meeting to discuss the growing worldwide problem of the sex trade, namely human... Read more

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Debate over gay-friendly books in public libraries rages in southern US

Jun 16, 2005

Public libraries in southern U.S. states have begun stocking gay-friendly books, and this has launched intense debate in local communities. Read more

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Pregnant woman kept on life support to save baby

Jun 16, 2005

A Catholic man has committed to keeping his 26-year-old pregnant wife alive on life support in hopes that their baby... Read more

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Bishops to issue document on death penalty

Jun 16, 2005

The U.S. bishops have voted to draft a document stating Catholic doctrine regarding the death penalty. Read more

USCCB approves budget for new study on causes of sexual abuse

Jun 16, 2005

The U.S. bishops decided Friday to approve a $1-million budget for new research on the "Causes and Context Study" of... Read more

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Church's Commitment to protect children and youth remains strong, Cardinal George says

Jun 15, 2005

During the Spring meeting of the USCCB being held at the Fairmont Hotel in Chicago, Cardinal Francis George, vice president... Read more

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Venezuelan bishop said social decay is fruit of absence of God

Jun 15, 2005

Archbishop Mariano Parra Sandoval of Ciudad Guayana, Venezuela, said social decay in the country is the fruit of marginalizing God... Read more

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Bishop tells Spanish Catholics not to fear “psychological torture”

Jun 15, 2005

In a letter celebrating the feast of St. Cyriacus and St. Paula, martyrs and patron saints of his diocese, Bishop... Read more

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Organizers of WYD reject offer to house pilgrims on set of popular reality show

Jun 15, 2005

World Youth Day organizers have rejected an “offer” by the producers of a German television program called “Big Brother” to... Read more

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Bishop exhorts Catholics in Cuba to bear witness to their faith

Jun 15, 2005

During his installation Mass as the new ordinary for the Diocese of Matanza in Cuba, Bishop Manuel Hilario de Cespedes... Read more

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Retired bishop of Altoona-Johnstown dies

Jun 15, 2005

A retired bishop of Altoona-Johnstown died Monday at a nursing home in Hollidaysburg. Bishop-emeritus James Hogan was 93. Read more

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Catholic Charities says budget must protect most vulnerable

Jun 15, 2005

As budget negotiations continue in Congress, Catholic Charities USA is urging House and Senate appropriators to adopt 12 priorities that... Read more

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Canadian teens protest as abortion pioneer gets honorary degree

Jun 15, 2005

As many as 200,000 Catholic high school students in Ontario observed a minute of silence this morning to protest the... Read more