Archive for March 6, 2014
Reject pornography to protect families, encourages Virginia bishop
Bishop Paul Loverde of Arlington, Va., has urged fathers to protect themselves and their children from pornography’s “relentless assault,” stressing... Read more
Editor shares life-changing Lenten challenge in new book
A New York-based Catholic editor says her experience with the corporal works of mercy two Lenten seasons ago transformed her... Read more
Cardinal Ricardo Ezzati, a Salesian with a red biretta
Cardinal Ricardo Ezzati Andrello, who is a Salesian and the Archbishop of Santiago de Chile, was elevated to the college... Read more
In interview Pope talks marriage, family, scandals and life
As part of a recent interview given to an Italian news agency, Pope Francis discussed hot-button issues in the Church... Read more
Spanish bishop issues letter on abortion
Bishop Jose Ignacio Munilla of San Sebastian in Spain has released a new pastoral letter on abortion that answers questions... Read more
Research finds link between oral contraception, multiple sclerosis
In a new study, researchers analyzed the data found in women's health records over four years, discovering a connection between... Read more
Frontline episode on Church scandals one-sided, critic says
The PBS Frontline documentary series’ recent episode “Secrets of the Vatican” largely covered old scandals in a one-sided way, said... Read more
Churches critical to development of South Sudan, author says
With unique knowledge and solidarity with the people, churches play an essential role in helping cultural development in South Sudan,... Read more
Vatican panel approves Archbishop Fulton Sheen miracle
The Bishop of Peoria has rejoiced at a Vatican medical panel’s unanimous approval of a reported miracle attributed to the... Read more
Pope Francis to Roman priests: cry for your people
Pope Francis met with the priests of Rome, emphasizing the importance of mercy in pastoral ministry and explaining that to... Read more
Path of self-denial brings joy, fruitfulness, Pope reflects
In his daily homily Pope Francis spoke of the Christian “style,” explaining that in order to be authentic, it must... Read more
Vatican appointments may signal new role for state secretariat
Recent appointments are beginning to show a pattern of how Pope Francis’ reform of the Roman Curia will be carried... Read more
