Archive for June 3, 2014

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By Kevin J. Jones

New book gives short take on Saint Thomas Aquinas

Recently released, “The One-Minute Aquinas” aims to share the wisdom of St. Thomas Aquinas in an accessible format to help... Read more

Pope Francis greets pilgrims in St. Peter's Square during the Wednesday general audience on May 28, 2014 ?w=200&h=150

By Elise Harris

Pope Francis: Jesus intercedes for us with his wounds

In his daily homily Pope Francis reflected on how Jesus advocates for us in heaven, emphasizing that he does this... Read more

British Ambassador to the Holy See Nigel Baker speaks with CNA on June 3, 2014. ?w=200&h=150

By Elise Harris

British ambassador decries 'brutal' crime of sexual violence

Ahead of an international summit resisting sexual violence in the midst of conflict, Britain’s ambassador to the Holy See stated... Read more

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UN may risk a 'deficit of democracy', nuncio says

The Holy See’s envoy to the United Nations in Geneva has no doubt that the body is useful in the... Read more

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Spanish bishops seek prayers for current, future kings

The Spanish bishops' conference has called for prayers for King Juan Carlos and his successor, after the king announced he... Read more

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Cycling champion receives jersey blessed by Pope Francis

The winner of the Giro d’Italia cycling race, Nairo Quintana of Colombia, has received the pink championship jersey that Pope... Read more

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Philadelphia archdiocese files suit against HHS mandate

The Archdiocese of Philadelphia and its affiliated entities filed a lawsuit June 2 challenging federal mandates that require employers to... Read more

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Egyptian election gives hope to Christians, bishop says

Egypt's Roman Catholic bishop has welcomed the election of Abdel Fattah El Sisi as the country’s new president, saying his... Read more

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LA archdiocese runs CNA news wire service exclusively

The nation's largest archdiocese, Los Angeles, has chosen Catholic News Agency to provide U.S. and global news for its archdiocesan... Read more