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Catholic pharmacists in Spain refuse to sell condoms

Oct 17, 2005

A group of pharmacists in Malaga, Spain, many of whom belong to the Spanish Association of Catholic Pharmacists, has refused... Read more

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Number of teen pregnancies on the rise in Spain

Oct 17, 2005

A report issued by health officials in Valencia, Spain, indicates that in the last four years, the number of teen... Read more

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Bishop calls for solidarity with victims of tropical storm in Mexico

Oct 17, 2005

Bishop Leopoldo Gonzalez of Tapachula, Mexico, is encouraging Mexicans to reach out to those affected by tropical storm Stan, which... Read more

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How to be a Muslim 101? Thomas More Law Center cites double standard

Oct 17, 2005

The Ann Arbor, Michigan based, Thomas More Law Center is challenging a California public school district which they say indoctrinated... Read more

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Catholic school principal cancels prom events, decrying a “a pursuit of vanity for vanity’s sake”

Oct 17, 2005

A Catholic school principal, Brother Kenneth M. Hoagland decided to cancel the spring prom, because of the abuses and decadence... Read more

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Priest-ethicist supports new technique to access embryonic stem cells

Oct 17, 2005

A new and promising scientific technique may satisfy researchers who want embryonic stem cells without the moral dilemma of destroying... Read more

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American Life League urges bishops to rebuke pro-abortion Catholic politicians

Oct 17, 2005

The American Life League is urging all United States bishops to publicly challenge and rebuke politicians who claim to be... Read more

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International Federation of Catholic Universities to meet in Connecticut

Oct 17, 2005

Sacred Heart University will host Catholic university leaders and scholars for an international four-day conference, Oct. 20-23. It will mark... Read more

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New study reveals spiritual effects of divorce on children

Oct 17, 2005

A new book, Between Two Worlds: The Inner Lives of Children of Divorce, chronicles a three year study which found,... Read more

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Synod to conclude Sunday with 5 beatifications

Oct 17, 2005

As prelates gathered in Rome prepare to conclude the 11th General Synod of Bishops this weekend, the Vatican has announced... Read more

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Pope given first volume of Synod history

Oct 17, 2005

Today, at the closing of the morning session of the 19th General Congregation of the Synod of Bishops, meeting in... Read more

Pope presents bishops with symbolic ring, given integrated document of propositions

Oct 17, 2005

At the closing of this morning’s 19th General Congregation of the Synod of Bishops in Rome, Special Secretary Archbishop Roland... Read more

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Philippines using UN funds to promote Natural Family Planning

Oct 16, 2005

The Fides news agency is reporting that the President of the Philippines, Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo, has announced to the UN General... Read more

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Mexican bishops to launch news agency to combat media bias

Oct 16, 2005

The Mexican daily La Jornada reported this week that the Bishops’ Conference of Mexico will soon launch a news agency... Read more

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Congress on laity calls for building up of common good in Argentina

Oct 16, 2005

Participants in the Congress on Laity 2005-2010, which took place in Buenos Aires, Argentina, announced their commitment to launch a... Read more

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Holy See reaffirms desire for dialogue with Muslims

Oct 16, 2005

As the Muslim holy period of Ramada came to close, the President of the Pontifical Council for Inter-religious Dialogue, Archbishop... Read more

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Cardinal McCarrick meets with Chinese leaders in Beijing

Oct 16, 2005

In a remarkable gesture toward cooperation and improved relations, the Chinese People's Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries invited Cardinal... Read more

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Laws must ensure broadcasters serve public interest, says US bishop

Oct 16, 2005

Broadcasters should be accountable to the public and allow local and religious programming in exchange for their free use of... Read more

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Vatican to UN: still much to do for advancement of women

Oct 16, 2005

Despite some positive advancement in the condition of women, they remain vulnerable to poverty and violence, and much still needs... Read more

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Catholic Charities opposes cuts to social services to favor hurricane recovery

Oct 16, 2005

Catholic Charities USA is strongly urging members of Congress not to cut crucial social service and anti-poverty programs in order... Read more