Archive for February 12, 2013

Dr. Scott Hahn in Rome, April 4, 2012.?w=200&h=150

By Carl Bunderson

Scott Hahn: resignation shows Pope's servant nature

Pope Benedict's decision to resign as Bishop of Rome shows how the papacy is an office not of power but... Read more

Cardinals greet each other after the consistory on November 24, 2012 in St. Peter's Basilica.?w=200&h=150

Eleven Americans among cardinal-electors

In the conclave to elect Pope Benedict's successor, 11 of the 117 cardinals eligible to vote in the closed-room meeting... Read more

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Late-term abortions criticized after death of New York woman

Pro-life advocates are urging an end to third-trimester abortions in response to the death of a 29-year-old woman who underwent... Read more

Pope Benedict XVI celebrates Mass in St. Peter's Basilica on Oct. 28, 2012. ?w=200&h=150

Pope's last Mass will be on Ash Wednesday in St. Peter's

Amid the buzz created by the Pope’s announcement that he will retire, it could be easy to miss the fact... Read more

Paul Badde of Die Welt speaks to CNA in Rome on Feb. 12, 2013. ?w=200&h=150

German atheists suddenly respect Pope, says journalist

A German journalist and acquaintance of Pope Benedict XVI says atheists in their native country are more respectful of him... Read more

Paul Badde of Die Welt in Rome on Feb. 12, 2013. ?w=200&h=150

Vatican expert thinks Pope timed resignation for Easter

Pope Benedict's resignation during Lent is no coincidence according to a Vatican expert who thinks the timing was tied to... Read more

Pilgrims from Brazil celebrate after the announcement of WYD2013 in Rio de Janeiro.?w=200&h=150

New Pope will attend World Youth Day, Rio archbishop confirms

Amid news of Pope Benedict XVI’s resignation, the archbishop of Rio de Janeiro said the new Pope elected in the... Read more

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Bishops of Latin America united in prayer for Pope Benedict

The bishops of Latin America have voiced admiration for Pope Benedict XVI, calling his decision to resign from the papacy... Read more

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