Archive for May 12, 2011
In 150 year old case, Rhode Island confronts its anti-Catholic past
Rhode Island lawmakers voted last week to pardon an Irish Catholic man they say was wrongfully executed in 1845. The... Read more
Mexico urged to strengthen bond between mother and child
Several organizations are calling on the Mexican government to protect the bond between a mother and her child. Read more
'The next train leaving Vatican City is …'
It’s a little known Vatican fact but the Pope has his own train station. Thing is, it’s been dormant for... Read more
Pope invites Catholics to pray the Rosary during May
Pope Benedict XVI issued a special call to pray the Rosary during May, the month dedicated to the Virgin Mary. Read more
In Rome, anticipation for a new document on Latin Mass, due out tomorrow
Father Tim Finigan has three reasons to be happy. He’s in Rome. It’s sunny. And tomorrow will see the publication... Read more
Pope urges Catholics and Jews to 'stand together'
Pope Benedict XVI today urged Catholics and Jews to “stand together” in facing some of the greatest challenges facing mankind... Read more
Biloxi Catholics recall past, dedicate new building
Prior to the establishment of Sacred Heart Parish in 1962, Catholics living in the area of Jackson County, Mississippi worshiped... Read more
Filipino bishops cut off talks with government over reproductive health bill
Bishops in the Philippines are halting dialogue with the local government as the country's president voices increasing support for a... Read more
Catholics defend CUA decision to invite Boehner as commencement speaker
Ahead of House Speaker John Boehner’s May 14 commencement address at the Catholic University of America, over 75 professors from... Read more
