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A tale of two Catholic candidates – looking at the 2016 vice president picks
Although both major 2016 vice presidential nominees were raised Catholic and still profess to be Christians, their public policy records... Read more
Vermont law blasted for pushing doctors to discuss 'benefits' of suicide
A medical ethics group and a Christian doctors’ group have challenged Vermont regulators who say that doctors must tell patients... Read more
Georgian Catholics started from zero. What's next after the papal visit.
The tiny community of the Catholic Church in Georgia was barely surviving just decades ago. Now it has an opportunity... Read more
Archbishop to public officials: Rely on the Holy Spirit
Amidst the current environment of “political polarization,” one archbishop exhorted public officials on Sunday not to be discouraged, but to... Read more
Full text: Pope Francis' in-flight press conference from Azerbaijan
During his flight from Baku, Azerbaijan to Rome on Sunday, Pope Francis gave a press conference to the journalists aboard... Read more
Pope Francis: Love those who struggle, but don't push gender theory on kids
On his way back from Georgia and Azerbaijan Pope Francis criticized what he called the “wicked” push of gender theory... Read more
101-year-old woman receives First Communion
At 101 years old, Dona Penha has seen quite a bit of life. But the centenarian experienced something new on... Read more
Pope Francis green-lights opening of Fr. Jacques Hamel beatification process
The French diocese of Rouen has officially begun an inquiry into the beatification of French priest Jacques Hamel, killed by... Read more
Civil society must guarantee religious freedom, Pope says in Azerbaijan
In his final speech in Azerbaijan, Pope Francis spoke at length praising the good interreligious relations in the country, but... Read more
Pope Francis says religious harmony in Azerbaijan must continue
In a meeting with political leaders Sunday, Pope Francis praised the peaceful relationship among Catholics, Muslims, Orthodox, and Jews in... Read more
In Azerbaijan, Pope says faith, service weave Christian life together
Pope Francis celebrated Mass immediately after landing in Azerbaijan Sunday, telling faithful gathered in the small church that faith and... Read more
For this disability advocate, Colo. assisted suicide measure still not safe
Voters in Colorado will decide whether to legalize assisted suicide in their state in November, after a campaign gathered enough... Read more
Pope Francis tells fellow Argentines he won’t make it home in 2017
In a special message to his fellow countrymen, Pope Francis said that despite his great desire to return home, he... Read more
Disabled youth perform special dance for Pope Francis in Georgia
Pope Francis was treated to a special presentation Saturday when young people, including several disabled youth in wheelchairs, performed traditional... Read more
Pope in Georgia blasts gender theory as the 'great enemy' of marriage
In a lengthy, off-the-cuff speech in Georgia, Pope Francis said the world today is at war with marriage, and urged... Read more
New bill would protect churches with political views from the IRS
Churches concerned about Internal Revenue Service intervention if they engage in political speech should take a look at a proposed... Read more
Pope to Georgian Catholics: imitate St. Therese's 'little way'
It’s important to follow the example of St. Therese's “little way,” trusting in God and his consolation with the faith... Read more
Bishop Conley: You actually don't have to vote for either
Catholics who can't in good conscience vote for either major presidential candidate are well within their rights to pick a... Read more
In Georgia, Pope says true peace is built on justice, mutual respect
Pope Francis landed in Georgia Friday, telling leaders of the former Soviet republic that peace is urgent in today’s troubled... Read more
This pro-life policy has saved an estimated 2 million lives
As the Hyde Amendment turns 40 years old this week, a new report claims that it may have saved two... Read more
