Archive for June 23, 2015

Pope Francis at the Basilica of St. Mary Help of Christians at the tomb of Don Bosco in Turin, Italy on June 21, 2015. ?w=200&h=150

By Andrea Gagliarducci

What Pope Francis owes the Salesians

Pope Francis is a Jesuit, but he has Salesian roots.  Read more

Opening session of the Synod of Bishops, Oct. 6, 2014. ?w=200&h=150

By Elise Harris

Synod guiding document: families need the Church's message of mercy

The document set to guide this year’s synod discussions on the family touches on hot-button issues such as homosexuality and... Read more

Missionaries of Charity participate in prayer vigil at St. Peter's Square, June 19, 2015. ?w=200&h=150

Sister Nirmala, former head of Missionaries of Charity, dies in India

Catholics around the world are mourning the death of Sister Nirmala Joshi, who passed away Tuesday. Sr. Nirmala had succeeded... Read more

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By Adelaide Mena,Matt Hadro

Have a family, grow a garden, be holy – conclusions from Laudato Si

The vision behind Pope Francis’ newest encyclical is one that offers a holistic proposal of stewardship rooted in faith, offering... Read more

The "Defend our Children" demonstration against a civil unions bill, at the St. John Piazza in Rome, June 20, 2015. ?w=200&h=150

Thousands gather in Rome to support the family, oppose gender theory

A pro-family demonstration drew hundreds of thousands of participants to Rome on Saturday, where the rally gathered those opposed to... Read more

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By Kevin J. Jones

Father Flanagan founded Boys Town. Will he be recognized as a saint?

The case for the sainthood of Servant of God Edward Flanagan, the priest who founded Nebraska’s famous Boys Town community... Read more