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Krakow's new archbishop talks St. John Paul II and Divine Mercy
The archdiocese that once sent St. John Paul II to the papacy has a new archbishop: Marek Jedraszewski. The archbishop... Read more
Philippines bishops oppose bid for severe death penalty revival
The Catholic bishops of the Philippines voiced strong objections to proposals intended to reinstate the death penalty in the country.... Read more
Cardinal Tobin praises Trump admin on pro-life stance, criticizes on immigration
In the first days of U.S. president Donald Trump’s administration, Cardinal Joseph Tobin of Newark said he has seen encouragement... Read more
Archbishop: There's a 'bloodbath' going on in Venezuela
When asked by a reporter about the threat of civil war in his country, Archbishop Ubaldo Santana of Maracaibo responded... Read more
Pope Francis: Jesus was concerned with people, not popularity
Jesus wasn’t worried about his polling results, Pope Francis said Tuesday – instead, he was concerned with each and every... Read more
Did you March for life? Don't let it stop there, advocate says
Tens of thousands of pro-life advocates went to the national March for Life this past weekend, but that should only... Read more
US bishops: Trump's refugee order will only harm victims of war, terror
Catholic bishops and relief leaders were among the critics of President Donald Trump’s order to implement stricter vetting on refugees... Read more
Sex and labor trade victims speak out during Los Angeles march
“I knew my life wasn’t normal,” Duñia Zelaya said of her childhood. She vividly remembers the night her mother and... Read more
Pope Francis to the laity: Go out and evangelize, or buy mothballs
When asked in a new interview what specific mission he has for the laity, Pope Francis responded with a frequent... Read more
Why the Vatican thinks priests should learn about art, beauty
Ugly churches with bad acoustics don't do justice to the richness and beauty of the liturgy – and it's this... Read more
Pope Francis: Spiritual poverty is a cure for polemics
On Sunday Pope Francis said being poor in spirit doesn’t necessarily mean giving things up, but instead is rooted in... Read more
Knights of Malta appoint interim leader, reinstate Grand Chancellor
After Pope Francis asked Knights of Malta Grand Master Matthew Festing to resign earlier this week, the Order has accepted... Read more
Pope: Everyone needs help living the faith – no one can do it alone
On Saturday, Pope Francis stressed the importance of having a solid guide in the spiritual life since no one –... Read more
This Swedish midwife says she was denied work for being pro-life
A Swedish midwife who objects to abortion because of her Christian beliefs is appealing to a labor tribunal after being... Read more
Pope Francis offers prayers, sends greetings to March for Life
Pope Francis offered his greeting to participants at the 2017 March for Life in Washington, D.C., assuring them of his... Read more
Pence to pro-lifers: Win hearts with compassion and love
U.S. Vice President Mike Pence urged pro-lifers to win over hearts with gentleness and compassion at the 2017 March for... Read more
For Irish ambassador, Pope Francis' visit is a very big deal
With Pope Francis set to visit Ireland in 2018 – making him the first Pope to visit the country in... Read more
Modern martyrs exemplify true Christian unity, Pope says
In a speech to Catholic and Oriental Orthodox leaders, Pope Francis pointed, as he often does, to the example of... Read more
Christians and Muslims are both concerned for the future of UK pharmacists
Proposed standards for U.K. medical professionals could force them to violate their religious beliefs on the job, both Christian and... Read more
Young baker with Down Syndrome an international sensation
Meet Collette: a talented young baker from the Boston area, who has been working on her own original cookie recipes... Read more
