Archive for October 21, 2010
Claims of executed man’s innocence refocuses Texas death penalty debate
The possible innocence of an executed Texas man has renewed the debate on the death penalty in the state with... Read more
Anglican Ordinariate will help restore Anglo-Catholic patrimony to universal Church, writer says
Speculating about the future of Anglicanism, a Catholic Church observer in England says that Anglo-Catholics have recognized their battle is... Read more
Chileans to offer thanks to God for rescue of miners
The president of the Chilean Bishops’ Conference, Bishop Alejandro Goic, will celebrate a Liturgy of Thanksgiving for the successful rescue... Read more
Civil organizations urge Mexican government to hold debate on adoption
Various organizations in Mexico are urging President Felipe Calderon to call for a national debate on adoption by same-sex couples. Read more
Vatican synod sees growing concern over Islam
The need for more interfaith dialogue and greater Christian-Muslim understanding has been a key theme in the month-long meeting of... Read more
Cardinal calls on Catholics in Barcelona to welcome Pope
Cardinal Lluis Martinez Sistach of Barcelona has called on Catholics in his diocese to give a warm welcome to Pope... Read more
Bishops of Brazil: Vote for those who defend life and promote the family
The bishops from the Brazilian state of Rio de Janeiro issued a statement on Oct. 18 encouraging the faithful to... Read more
Court denies Vatican bank’s efforts to reclaim millions
An appeal from the Holy See's "bank" to recover millions of dollars frozen by Italian authorities in September has been... Read more
Janet Smith responds to Alice von Hildebrand’s critique of Christopher West
Adding to the current debate on the correct way to present the teachings of the late John Paul II’s Theology... Read more
Catholics are all missionaries, reminds priest heading papal mission society
Ahead of World Mission Sunday, the priest heading a papal society for the spread of the faith has said all... Read more
