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Rome visit deepens former NFL quarterback's faith
As he stood next to St. Peter’s Square, former NFL quarterback Rich Gannon reflected on how his family’s first visit... Read more
Pontifical Academy starts 'Friends for Life'
The Pontifical Academy for Life has started a group called “Friends for Life” to expand its network around the world. Read more
Expert says Church's abuse prevention should differ for each culture
An expert on dealing with sexual abuse cases within the Church says prevention guidelines being developed with Vatican oversight should... Read more
Obey God to build peace, Pope tells John XXIII devotees
Imitate Blessed John XXIII by growing in obedience to God and self-mastery to achieve peace, Pope Francis urged as he... Read more
Pope made apartment choice to avoid isolation
Pope Francis told his friend he lives a normal life as pontiff and that he decided not to move into... Read more
Vatican spokesman denies Pope conducted exorcism
Pope Francis did not perform an exorcism when he prayed over a young disabled man in St. Peter’s Square on... Read more
Relations with China affect timing of Matteo Ricci cause
Approval for the beatification of the Italian Jesuit missionary Matteo Ricci, who ministered in China 500 years ago, depends to... Read more
Vatican announces its debut at Venice art festival
The Vatican is participating for the first time in a famous international art exposition in Venice under the theme “Creation,... Read more
Ohio University band gives Vatican taste of America
Priests and Vatican employees opened their office windows this afternoon to find out why they were hearing trumpets and drums,... Read more
Coptic Pope stresses urgency of Christian unity at Vatican
The Pope of the Coptic Orthodox Church of Egypt met with Pope Francis at the Vatican and spoke about the... Read more
Sisters encouraged, grateful Pope met with them
Sister Alice Matilda Nsiah says that Pope Francis’ decision to meet with her and other superiors general on Wednesday left... Read more
Vatican, US sign anti-money-laundering memo
The Vatican continued its efforts to update its financial standards by signing an agreement with the United States to allow... Read more
Vatican invites Buddhists to help build culture of life
The Vatican’s top official for interreligious dialogue, Cardinal Jean-Louis Tauran, sent a message to all Buddhists urging a joint commitment... Read more
Vatican monastery prepares for Benedict XVI's return
Benedict XVI will return to the Vatican on May 2 by helicopter, coming back the same way he left just... Read more
Theologian: Same-sex civil unions discriminate against married couples
After a Vatican official stated that the Church could support same-sex civil unions, a Swiss theologian is saying that if... Read more
St. George's feast becomes Vatican holiday this year
St. George's feast day falling on April 23 means Vatican employees will have the day off to celebrate the saint... Read more
Former NBA player visits Swiss Guard basketball team
The former Los Angeles Lakers player Vlade Divac was thrilled to meet with the Swiss Guard to discuss sports and... Read more
Advisory group will not weaken Pope's power, analyst explains
Although some have worried Pope Francis’ creation of a group of cardinals to advise him means he is giving up... Read more
Vatican unveils plans for International Family Center in Nazareth
The Vatican is moving ahead with plans to build the International Family Center in Nazareth, a complex that will include... Read more
Vatican plans huge pro-life, evangelization gathering
A major highlight for the Year of Faith will be a two-day celebration in Rome on the Church’s teaching about... Read more
