Archive for September 30, 2013
John Paul II, John XXIII to be canonized Divine Mercy Sunday
The Vatican has announced that former Popes John Paul II and John XXIII are slated to be canonized this coming... Read more
Pope Francis, cardinals begin first set of reform meetings
The council of eight cardinals chosen by Pope Francis to advise him on church governance and curia reform will begin... Read more
Peace requires tenacious, intelligent dialogue, Pope says
During his morning homily, the Pope Francis spoke to religious leaders of various faith traditions, saying that fostering peace is... Read more
Bishops push for conscience protections in government funding
Leaders of the U.S. bishops have written to lawmakers insisting on the importance of including religious liberty protections and the... Read more
Prayer vigils recognize American pastor imprisoned in Iran
Human rights advocates gathered in front of the White House last week to pray and raise awareness for Christian pastor... Read more
US bishops join call to end American embargo of Cuba
In solidarity with a recent pastoral letter by the Cuban bishops, Des Moines Bishop Richard E. Pates has voiced support... Read more
New Jersey to appeal ruling on 'gay marriage' recognition
Political leaders in New Jersey have vowed to appeal a judge’s ruling that “gay marriage” must be recognized in the... Read more
