Archive for November 24, 2014

President Obama delivers remarks on the health insurance reform bill, March 23, 2010. ?w=200&h=150

Website shines light on which health plans cover abortion

A new website informing Americans whether or not their health plans cover abortion is up and running, with advocates saying... Read more

Cardinal Robert Sarah, president of the Pontifical Council Cor Unum, in St. Peter's Square, March 24, 2013. ?w=200&h=150

Cardinal Sarah appointment paves the way for new Curia

Cardinal Robert Sarah has been appointed as Prefect of the Congregation for Divine Worship and the Discipline of the Sacraments... Read more

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Human dignity at risk in Europe, advocates warn before Pope's speech

Ahead of Pope Francis’ Nov. 25 address to the European Parliament in Strasbourg, France, pro-life leaders are emphasizing the danger... Read more

Pope Francis greets the Indian community at a Thanksgiving Mass for the new Indian Saints on Nov. 24, 2014. ?w=200&h=150

By Ann Schneible

Pope greets Indian community at Mass for newest saints

God's love is the “source” and “destination” of all holiness, said Pope Francis on Nov. 24, speaking of India's newly... Read more

Bishop Donald J Hying. Photo courtesy of the Archdiocese of Milwaukee.?w=200&h=150

New Gary, Indiana bishop praised for focus on evangelization

Pope Francis has named the next bishop of Gary, Indiana: Milwaukee’s Auxiliary Bishop Donald J. Hying, who drew praise for... Read more

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Will Pope Francis' words foster a new pact for Europe?

With elections for European Parliament having taken place in May, an auxiliary bishop of Brussels hopes that Pope Francis' Nov.... Read more

Archbishop Paul Coakley of Oklahoma City expects the World Meeting of Families in Philadelphia to be 'a tremendous catechetical moment'.?w=200&h=150

By Matt Hadro

Pope's Philly visit will be 'powerful' witness to marriage, bishop says

Next year’s World Meeting of Families – which Pope Francis has confirmed he will attend – will be a “tremendous... Read more