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Thousands visit tomb of John Paul II
Early this morning, the Vatican reopened the grottoes beneath St. Peter’s Basilica for the first time since the death of... Read more
Papal conclave participants to take oath Friday
As cardinals from around the world prepare to elect a new pope, the Vatican announced today that all those who... Read more
John Paul opened hearts to the Good News of the Gospel, says Ratzinger to world diplomats
In a testament to the broad travels of the late John Paul II, the College of Cardinals today received official... Read more
Ninth General Congregation draws cardinals closer to conclave
As Monday’s papal conclave itself draws ever nearer; Holy See Press Office Director Joaquin Navarro-Valls released a statement today on... Read more
Cardinal Eugenio Sales praises John Paul II’s teaching on human dignity
During the fifth Novendiale Mass celebrated on Tuesday for the repose of the soul of Pope John Paul II, Brazilian... Read more
Faithful able to attend Mass pro eligendo Summo Pontifice Mass
The Office of Liturgical Celebrations has issued a statement saying the Mass pro eligendo Summo Pontifice, which will take place... Read more
Vatican reveals surprising statistics on funeral Mass of John Paul II
The Press Office of the Holy See released statistics on Tuesday about the attendance at the Pope’s funeral and about... Read more
Benedictine College students saw John Paul as the ‘embodiment of Catholicism’
As cardinals from around the world prepare for the April 18th conclave in which they will elect the next shepherd... Read more
Priest defends legacy of Cuban archbishop in response to arrogant Castro
Father Jose Conrado of the parish of St. Teresa of Jesus said this week the message pronounced by the Archbishop... Read more
Same-sex marriage amendment voted down in Parliament
An amendment to kill the Liberal government’s same-sex marriage legislation failed yesterday. Read more
‘Day of Truth’ to counter pro-homosexual protest in schools
A Day of Truth is being organized tomorrow to counter today’s pro-homosexual Day of Silence, held in some high schools. Read more
Pro-life groups calls a boycott of GE for its research on embryonic stem cells
A pro-life group is outraged by General Electric's decision to pursue research on embryonic stem cells. Read more
Lawmaker wants mandatory abortion counseling
An pro-life lawmaker wants to legislate mandatory counselling for all women seeking abortions. Read more
Roman tailor puts final touches on vestments for new Pope
Filippo Gammarelli is praying the new Pope doesn’t have his own tailor. Read more
Archbishop says beatification of John Paul II could come soon
Two days ago the cardinals gathered in Rome stated the opening of the cause of beatification of Pope John Paul... Read more
Papal apartments sealed, Cardinals to receive official condolences from world diplomats tomorrow
137 cardinals from around the world gathered this morning at the Vatican for their 8th General Congregation in preparation for... Read more
Vatican: ‘May the Lord illuminate the minds of the papal electors’
As cardinals from around the globe prepare to enter the Sistine Chapel on Monday to elect a new shepherd for... Read more
Holy See shows press video of Domus Sancta Marta
Accredited journalists at the Vatican were shown a video Monday of the St. Martha residence, inaugurated by Pope John Paul... Read more
Famous rail station in Rome to be renamed “John Paul II Station”
The famous train Termini train station in Rome will be renamed in honor of Pope John Paul II, who died... Read more
Life-sized painting of John Paul II unveiled at University
In honor of the life and influence of Pope John Paul II, especially on younger generations, Franciscan University of Steubenville... Read more
