Archive for April 9, 2014
Solomon Islands bishops seek prayer, support after flooding
After heavy rains led to flooding on the island of Guadalcanal which has caused 23 confirmed deaths, the bishops of... Read more
Pro-life congressman, wife honored with Notre Dame award
In an April 5 ceremony, Notre Dame University honored prominent pro-life congressman Chris Smith (R-N.J.), and his wife, Marie, who... Read more
Our lives should have the flavor of the Gospel, Pope observes
During his general audience Pope Francis began a new catechesis on the gifts of the Holy Spirit, drawing specific attention... Read more
Lawyers warn of global push for 'gender identity' language
Attorneys working for human rights at the United Nations and other global organizations note a growing trend to introduce “sexual... Read more
Pope mourns 'brutal killing' of priest, urges end to violence
In comments made following his general audience address, Pope Francis lamented the killing of a Jesuit priest in Syria, and... Read more
Sri Lankans welcome new apostolic nuncio
Sri Lankan Catholics accorded a traditional welcome to their newly appointed apostolic nuncio, who arrived in Colombo to begin his... Read more
Migrants in Holy Land look forward to papal visit
Migrant workers in the Holy Land are eagerly awaiting Pope Francis' pilgrimage to Palestine, Israel and Jordan next month, and... Read more
Philippines cardinal worked for peace with Muslims
Cardinal Orlando Beltran Quevedo, O.M.I., the newest cardinal from the Philippines, is a dedicated servant of the poor who has... Read more
Fighting poverty requires 'culture of encounter,' expert says
Challenging a modern culture which supports isolation and an indifference to poverty requires a personal connection with others, particularly the... Read more
