Archive for February 23, 2011

Scott and Jean Adam hand out Bibles as part of their ministry?w=200&h=150

By Kevin J. Jones

Pastor of Catholic couple killed by Somali pirates praises their faith

A sailing Catholic couple killed by Somali pirates during their global cruise to distribute Bibles was a “wonderful part” of... Read more

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Billboard in Manhattan describes abortion as ‘number one killer’ of blacks

A new billboard campaign has responded to the high abortion rate among black women in New York City by declaring... Read more

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By Marianne Medlin

Dr. Bernard Nathanson remembered for his profound pro-life conversion

After the recent death of abortionist turned pro-life advocate Dr. Bernard Nathanson, his close friend Fr. C. John McCloskey said... Read more

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Vatican charity offical says new challenges call for new leadership at Caritas

The Vatican believes that its top aid agency, Caritas Internationalis, needs new leadership to build a stronger Catholic identity within... Read more

Supporters of Iraqi Christians demonstrate in St. Peter's Square this past February?w=200&h=150

By Alan Holdren

Iraqi ambassador criticized for his views on anti-Christian violence

The violence against Christians in Iraq is real and is driven by Muslim extremists and government indifference.  Read more

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Tunisian police nab alleged murderer of Polish priest

Authorities in Tunisia have arrested the alleged murderer of 34-year-old Polish priest Fr. Marek Marius Rybinski, who was found dead... Read more

St. Robert Bellarmine / Pope Benedict XVI?w=200&h=150

Jesuit doctor of the church teaches that Christ is the goal of life, Pope says

St. Robert Bellarmine's life and spirituality was the focus of Pope Benedict XVI's teaching during his weekly general audience Feb.... Read more

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Pope blesses St. Maron statue, sign of communion, peace and reconciliation

The Maronite community of the world is celebrating the installation of the newest statue at St. Peter's Basilica in Rome. Read more

Archbishop Andre-Joseph Leonard and his three new auxiliary bishops / Photo ?w=200&h=150

For Belgian Church rocked by scandal, three new auxiliary bishops

Pope Benedict XVI has appointed three new auxiliary bishops to assist Archbishop Andre-Joseph Leonard of Mechelen-Brussels. Read more

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More than 300,000 young pilgrims to participate in 'Days in the Dioceses'

More than 300,000 young people from all over the world will be welcomed by families across Spain prior to the... Read more