Archive for January 4, 2011
Church's role is critical in run-up to Sudan independence vote
Sudan's Catholic bishops say their country “will never be the same again,” once a January 2011 referendum that could split... Read more
Apologetics conference targets challenges of ‘post-Christian’ America
The California-based Napa Institute will hold its first annual apologetics conference July 28-30 on the theme “Catholics in the Next... Read more
Spain dedicates World Cup trophy to St. James
The president of the Spanish soccer association, Angel Maria Villar, and the coach of Spain’s national team, Vicente del Bosque,... Read more
Bishops of Chile oppose bill lifting abortion restrictions
The Bishops’ Conference of Chile recently expressed opposition to a bill that would legalize abortion in some cases. The bishops... Read more
Archdiocese of Mexico City denounces city officials' intolerance
The Archdiocese of Mexico City's weekly newspaper published an editorial criticizing the city's officials for their intolerance and for persecuting... Read more
Pakistani governor’s murder causes shock, pessimism about end to blasphemy law
The assassination of a Pakistani governor who opposed the country’s blasphemy law will make it “virtually impossible” for anyone to... Read more
Sudan in transition: An interview with Dan Griffin of Catholic Relief Services
CNA recently spoke with Dan Griffin, Catholic Relief Services' Sudan adviser, about the Church's role in helping Sudanese citizens prepare... Read more
John Paul II beatification could be possible in 2011
Pope John Paul II could be beatified in 2011, Vatican expert Andrea Tornielli is reporting. Read more
