Archive for October 21, 2011
Dutch sister’s online vocation efforts bearing fruit
Sister Elvira Maria de Witt, DCJ, is an opera singer turned nun who has found a new way to win... Read more
Author keeps saints alive with insight, humor
Author Thomas Craughwell's latest two books speak to society's growing fascination with saints and relics—but with an engaging wit that... Read more
NY archbishop lauds reaction to Susan Sarandon's Nazi comment
Archbishop Timothy M. Dolan of New York praised local news and anti-discrimination groups for chastising actress Susan Sarandon after she... Read more
Cuban cardinal submits resignation as Archbishop of Havana
Cardinal Jaime Ortega of Havana, Cuba submitted his resignation as Archbishop of Havana on Oct. 18, upon reaching the canonical age of... Read more
Archbishop urges Catholic media to share Christ’s love
The president of the Pontifical Council for Social Communications recently reminded Catholic media professionals to communicate the love of Christ. Read more
Pope outlines Holy See's global vision for diplomacy
Pope Benedict XVI used his address to the new ambassador from the Netherlands to outline how the Catholic Church views... Read more
Under scrutiny, Herman Cain clarifies pro-life position
In recent interviews with the media, Republican presidential candidate Herman Cain has defined where he stands on abortion, including in... Read more
Italian conference set to honor St. Catherine of Siena
An Oct. 27-29 conference in Rome and Siena will honor Saint Catherine of Siena, 550 years after her canonization. Read more
