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Priest shortage stems from crisis of faith, ignorance of the infinite, not celibacy, say Bishops
Speaking to reporters at a press conference today following the presentation of a new working document for the General Synod... Read more
Federal Judge rules Holy See is sovereign state, lawsuit unlikely
As three men, claiming that the Vatican covered up priestly sexual abuse, continue to push a lawsuit against the head... Read more
National Right to Life confident in Bush’s Supreme Court pick
As religious and pro-life groups continue to grapple with small bits of information from which to form an opinion about... Read more
Archdiocese of Los Angeles discloses 155-page report on priestly sexual misconduct
In an act of good faith, the Archdiocese of Los Angeles posted on its Web site Wednesday a document that... Read more
Latin American founder: faith demands an honest anthropological and cultural perspective
The founder of the Sodalite Family and other ecclesial movements, Mr. Luis Fernando Figari, addressing the bishops this week gathered... Read more
ABC program to feature Houston Catholics’ aid to hurricane survivors
A new documentary, slated to air soon on ABC, shares the stories of Catholic individuals and communities across the United... Read more
Catholic radio station honors Terri Schiavo’s parents
Michigan Catholic Radio will honor Bob and Mary Schindler, parents of Terri Schiavo, with its 2005 Culture of Life Award... Read more
Catholic thought influenced Founding Fathers, expert claims at University of Dallas
The founding of the United States by mostly Protestant Enlightenment-educated thinkers was subtly influenced by Catholic political thought, claims Scott... Read more
Holy See to issue document on prison ministry
The President of the Pontifical Council for Justice and Peace, Cardinal Renato Martino, announced this week his dicastery is preparing... Read more
Benedict XVI sends blessings to Cubans, visit to country unlikely
During a visit to Cuba this month, the Archbishop of Genoa, Italy, Cardinal Tarcisio Bertone, conveyed the blessings of Pope... Read more
Chilean government rejects bishops’ recommendations on AIDS prevention campaign
A top Chilean official said this week the government of Chile will not modify its controversial AIDS awareness campaign, which... Read more
Biblical religion is not abstract, says Pope, 'Communion with God must be followed by communion with others'
During his general audience this afternoon at the Vatican, Pope Benedict XVI continued his weekly catechesis on the Psalms saying... Read more
Church's hope lies in young people, say Synod participants
As bishops and delegates from ecclesial communities around the world continue to meet in Rome for the 11th General Synod... Read more
Bishops Synod addresses liturgical norms, Eucharistic unity and reverence
Bishops from around the world, currently meeting in Rome for the Synod of Bishops continued their discussion yesterday and today... Read more
Life-giving practice of priestly celibacy must be preserved, says Cardinal Pell
Speaking to 239 Bishops of the General Synod meeting this morning at the Vatican, Cardinal George Pell, Archbishop of Sydney... Read more
Scientists make strides toward stem-cell cures--without killing embryos
A report in yesterday’s New York Times chronicled a team of scientists who are making strides to find medical cures... Read more
Catholic Charities provides $9.4M to hurricane recovery efforts, makes long-term commitment
Catholic Charities USA has distributed more than $9.4 million to 50 local Catholic Charities and other Catholic organizations to date,... Read more
Bankruptcy plan for Spokane includes sale of diocesan office, bishop’s residence
The Diocese of Spokane intends to sell its headquarters and the home of Bishop William Skylstad to settle sexual-abuse claims,... Read more
EWTN launches MP3 podcasting
EWTN Global Catholic Network, the largest religious media house in the world, has launched free MP3 podcasts of selected programs... Read more
Protect mother and baby, say Costa Rican bishops
The president of the Bishops’ Conference of Costa Rica issued a strong statement this week demanding authorities protect women who... Read more
