Archive for January 29, 2013

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US called on to support two-state solution in Palestine

A group of 30 Christian, Muslim, and Jewish religious leaders signed a statement urging the Obama administration to work for... Read more

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Franciscan University president recalls students' joy as fondest memory

The greatest blessing for Franciscan University of Steubenville's president has been witnessing the enthusiasm of students, Father Terence Henry said... Read more

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Law professor says pro-life views must lead to cultural action

Americans who wish to be truly pro-life must be willing to examine the philosophical and cultural implications of these views,... Read more

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Vatican official hopes legal dialogue will help persecuted Christians

As the Church celebrates the 30th anniversary of canon law, legal experts at the Vatican are continuing their push for... Read more

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Pope appoints new leader for Portland archdiocese

Pope Benedict XVI has named Bishop Alexander K. Sample of Marquette, Mich., to shepherd the archdiocese of Portland, Ore.  Read more

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Pope's World Day of the Sick message in Arabic for first time

Pope Benedict XVI is having his message for this year's World Day of the Sick published in Arabic for the... Read more

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Apostolic nuncio prays for missing priest in Mexico

Archbishop Christophe Pierre, the apostolic nuncio to Mexico, voiced prayers and expressed solidarity with the family members of a local... Read more

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National Catholic Reporter 'proud' to identify as Catholic

The editor of the National Catholic Reporter responded to Bishop Robert Finn's warning that the publication undermines the faith by... Read more