Archive for June 17, 2013
Economy, politics must serve man, Pope tells G8
In a message to Britain’s Prime Minister David Cameron, Pope Francis underscored that the “material and spiritual welfare” of every... Read more
Interim bank appointment means Pope wants cardinals' advice
The temporary selection of a prelate for the so-called Vatican Bank shows Pope Francis is waiting for the advice of... Read more
Jesus makes slaps, insults 'nothing,' Pope declares
Jesus makes it possible for Christians to “turn the other cheek” because they have received “all” from him, making slights,... Read more
Catholic, Orthodox groups unite to promote online safety
A new website launched by the U.S. bishops’ communication department and the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America is striving to... Read more
Quebec euthanasia bill blasted for enshrining 'power to kill'
A Quebec bill to allow lethal drug prescriptions for patients in pain would give doctors “the power to kill” and... Read more
Cardinal pushes for law to protect pain-capable unborn
The U.S. bishops’ point man on pro-life issues is calling on federal legislators to support a bill that would ban... Read more
Vatican lawyer not surprised by court's refusal to hear abuse case
A dismissed request that the International Criminal Court investigate U.S. clergy sex abuse as a crime against humanity misunderstands the... Read more
