Archive for April 12, 2005
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
