Archive for November 3, 2010
Chaplains opposed to 'Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell' repeal coming under pressure
A federal court has again reinstated the U.S. military’s policy against open homosexuals in service. While military chaplains are “hopeful”... Read more
Iraqi Christians asking hard questions after shocking cathedral attack
“It is only speculation,” Fr. Safaa Habash said, “an opinion.” Still, he couldn't help but wonder about the timing of... Read more
Bishops of Spain send letter of condolence to Archbishop of Baghdad
The president of the Bishops’ Conference of Spain, Cardinal Antonio Maria Rouco Varela, has sent a letter of condolence to... Read more
Ahead of weekend trip to Spain, Pope asks for prayers
As the Spanish cities Santiago de Compostela and Barcelona make final preparations for the Holy Father's arrival this weekend, the... Read more
Peruvian archbishop reminds Catholics of the universal call to holiness
Archbishop Jose Antonio Eguren of Piura, Peru reminded Catholics that holiness is “the universal vocation of all” in his Nov.... Read more
Church in Cuba opens new seminary for first time in 50 years
In a sign of continuing dialogue between Catholic leaders and the Raul Castro government, the country's first seminary in 50... Read more
Pope Benedict speaks about sex abuse scandals in new book
The world will have a more complete idea of Pope Benedict XVI's thoughts on sexual abuse in the Church when... Read more
UN pressures El Salvador to legalize abortion
Two pro-life leaders in El Salvador have condemned the recent pressure from the United Nations, urging the country to legalize... Read more
Pro-life Republicans make significant gains in midterm election
As Catholic voters appeared to break for Republican candidates, Election Day 2010 changed the leadership of the U.S. House of... Read more
Christ cleanses conscience of 'garbage,' Pope says
The spirituality of St. Marguerite d'Oingt shows people still today that the light of Christ purifies and cleanses and leads... Read more
