Archive for March 19, 2013

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Protest highlights treatment of Coptic Christians in Libya

Christians gathered in front of the Libyan Embassy in Washington, D.C., on March 14 to peacefully protest the recent detainment... Read more

A view of the transept of Our Lady of the Most Holy Trinity Chapel at Thomas Aquinas College in Santa Paula, CA, courtesy of Duncan Stroik. ?w=200&h=150

By Carl Bunderson

Architect says Churches must be beautiful to reflect faith

Because they help impart the Catholic faith to the world, Church buildings have a responsibility to reflect God's beauty, says... Read more

The faithful listen as Pope Francis delivers the homily at his March 19, 2013 inauguration. ?w=200&h=150

Everyone must be 'protector' like St. Joseph, Pope says

Pope Francis called on all people to be “protectors,” like Saint Joseph, by watching over and caring for the poor,... Read more

Argentinian pilgrims lead the rush into Saint Peter's Square on the morning of Pope Francis' March 19, 2013 inauguration. ?w=200&h=150

Pilgrim at Pope's Mass: 'Today everyone feels Argentinian'

Everyone felt a little Argentinian and extremely happy today, according to members of diverse religious orders who attended the Pope’s... Read more

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Pope sends love to Argentina before inauguration

After asking Argentinians not to come to Rome and give to the poor instead, Pope Francis called a large gathering... Read more

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Pope Francis will attend World Youth Day, officials confirm

The president of the Brazilian Bishops’ Conference, Cardinal Raymundo Damasceno Assis, has confirmed that Pope Francis will travel to Brazil... Read more

Pope Francis wears the red and white pallium around his neck during his Installation Mass in St. Peter's Square, March 19, 2013. ?w=200&h=150

Francis' papal symbols linked to past Popes

When Pope Francis was installed as Bishop of Rome today, the two major symbols of the authority he received were... Read more

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Pope Francis honored in special Buenos Aires Mass

Archbishop Emil Paul Tscherrig, apostolic nuncio to Argentina, celebrated a special Mass of Thanksgiving to offer gratitude and prayers for... Read more

A shell lays in the middle of the street in Homs, Syria, a remnant of the heavy attack leveled on the city 11 June 2012. ?w=200&h=150

By Carl Bunderson

Papal agency working to help displaced Syrians

Catholic Near East Welfare Association is working with local Churches in and around Syria to help refugees and those who... Read more

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By Carl Bunderson

Protestant seminary to keep positive ties with Church

Fuller Theological Seminary, a leading center for the formation of evangelical Protestant pastors, will continue to promote positive relations with... Read more