Archive for February 26, 2013

A pro-life supporter holds a Defund Planned Parenthood sign at the March for Life, Jan. 25, 2012. ?w=200&h=150

Lawmakers demand account of Planned Parenthood funds

Members of the U.S. House of Representatives have requested a report from the government on the use federal funds given... Read more

Patriarch Louis Raphael I Sako of Baghdad of the Chaldeans. ?w=200&h=150

Patriarch urges protection for Iraq's fleeing Christians

Patriarch Louis Raphael I Sako, head of the Chaldean Catholic Church, says greater security is needed for Christians in Iraq... Read more

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By Kevin J. Jones

Korean War chaplain slated to receive Medal of Honor

A former Kansas Congressman has indicated that Servant of God Father Emil Kapaun will be awarded the Congressional Medal of... Read more

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Pope Benedict's new name revealed

The Holy See press office revealed today that Pope Benedict XVI will retain his papal name but will be called... Read more

Pope Benedict XVI gives the final blessing at the Nov. 14, 2012 general audience. ?w=200&h=150

Pope Benedict chooses his new wardrobe

Pope Benedict has decided what he will wear once he is no longer Pope – a simple white cassock, and... Read more

Father Michael P. Gallagher discusses Pope Benedict's decision in a Feb. 25 interview with CNA. ?w=200&h=150

Vatileaks not at center of Pope's decision, priest states

An Irish theologian who is familiar with the life and thought of Pope Benedict XVI says his decision to resign... Read more

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Next Pope can still be 'Pontifex' on Twitter

The Vatican has dispelled claims that Pope Benedict XVI's “Pontifex” Twitter account will be shut down permanently, clarifying that it... Read more

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Young people across globe thank Pope in video

A group of young people from Madrid have posted a two-minute video online with international messages thanking  Pope Benedict XVI... Read more