Archive for May 21, 2014

Fr. Evarist Mushi, who was shot dead at the entrance of his church in Zanzibar in 2013. ?w=200&h=150

Under pressure to convert, Zanzibar Christians concerned for future

Members of the small Christian minority on the Tanzanian islands of Zanzibar are suffering intimidation and now fear that their... Read more

Archbishop Lorenzo Baldisseri, secretary general of the Synod of Bishops. ?w=200&h=150

By Andrea Gagliarducci,Carl Bunderson

Bishops' synod head: October meeting not solely about divorce

Cardinal Lorenzo Baldisseri, secretary general of the Synod of Bishops, has emphasized that the next synod will not be focused... Read more

Pope Francis greets pilgrims during the Wednesday General Audience on April 23, 2014 ?w=200&h=150

By Elise Harris

Gift of knowledge attunes us to vision of God, Pope says

During his general audience address Pope Francis spoke on the Holy Spirit’s gift of knowledge, explaining that it enlightens our... Read more

Israeli Ambassador to the Holy See Dr. Zion Evrony speaks with CNA on May 20, 2014 ?w=200&h=150

By Elise Harris

Ambassador: diversity of papal delegation speaks of dialogue

In comments made to CNA, the Israeli Ambassador to the Holy See noted that the presence of both a rabbi... Read more

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Children to receive First Communion at papal Mass in Jordan

Some 1400 boys and girls from Jordan will receive First Communion during the Mass Pope Francis will celebrate on the... Read more

   Br. Robert Schieler, FSC was elected Superior General of the Institute of the Brothers of the Christian Schools May 21, 2014. ?w=200&h=150

Lasallian Brothers elect American superior general

The French-founded Institute of the Brothers of the Christian Schools have elected Brother Robert Schieler, an American with extensive education... Read more

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Federal judges order 'gay marriage' in Pennsylvania, Oregon

Following judicial decisions ordering Pennsylvania and Oregon to recognize “gay marriage,” critics said that such decisions damage society and ignore... Read more

Displaced persons in the Central African Republic received aid from CRS in May 2014. ?w=200&h=150

By Michelle La Rosa

'Dire' situation continues in Central African Republic

An ongoing lack of security in the Central African Republic is among the challenges facing those who long for peace,... Read more

Archbishop Georg Gaenswein with Benedict XVI in St. Peter's Square. ?w=200&h=150

Archbishop: Europe’s governments ignore attacks on Christians

European governments and politicians have failed to properly address increasing attacks on Christians, Archbishop Georg Gaenswein said during a talk... Read more