Archive for December 17, 2012

In this handout image supplied by the office of the Palestinian President, Pres. Mahmoud Abbas meets with Pope Benedict XVI in the Vatican on Dec. 17, 2012. ?w=200&h=150

Palestinian president thanks Pope for his support

Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas met Dec. 17 with the Pope and expressed his thanks for the Holy See’s support after... Read more

Cardinal Seán O'Malley at the Ecclesia in America Conference on Dec. 12, 2012. ?w=200&h=150

Boston cardinal emphasizes need for Catholics in politics, media

Cardinal Sean P. O’Malley of Boston says the Church needs more and better prepared Catholic politicians and journalists who can... Read more

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Mexican cardinal warns of immigrants forced to transport drugs

A retired Mexican cardinal warned that drug traffickers are leveling death threats against immigrants from Central America to recruit them... Read more

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Costa Rica bishops urge government to defend marriage

The Bishops' Conference of Costa Rica called on the nation's lawmakers to promote the good of the family by preserving... Read more

Father Raniero Cantalamessa, OFM Cap., preacher to the Papal Household. CNA file photo.?w=200&h=150

Papal preacher focusing on Church's three big events

Father Raniero Cantalamessa, preacher to the Papal Household, is basing his reflections for the Pope and his staff on the... Read more

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By Michelle La Rosa

Domino's founder sues over contraception mandate

Tom Monaghan, the founder and former owner of Domino's Pizza, is suing the federal government over a controversial mandate that... Read more