Archive for June 30, 2015
These nuns are making the Pope's vestments for Ecuador
Within the walls of the convent in Santo Domingo de los Tsáchilas, Ecuador, the Carmelite nuns are busy making liturgical... Read more
What does it look like to be gay – and a practicing Catholic?
More than 10 years ago, Steve Gershom found himself scouring the internet for anything that might help him: he was... Read more
Supreme Court protects Pennsylvania charities from HHS mandate
The U.S. Supreme Court has issued an order protecting a group of Pennsylvania religious institutions from being required by the... Read more
Cuba, US set to be a busy trip for Pope Francis
Pope Francis’ itinerary while in Cuba and the United States confirms several highly anticipated events including a special U.N. Summit... Read more
Supreme Court puts hold on Texas law regulating abortion clinics
On Monday afternoon the Supreme Court of the United States temporarily halted Texas' regulations on abortion clinics, which were upheld... Read more
Francis wishes Benedict XVI a good summer in Castel Gandolfo
Before heading out for his two-week stay at the papal residence in Castel Gandolfo this summer, retired pontiff Benedict XVI... Read more
Meet Father Salvatore, the young priest whose life moved the Pope
The life of Father Salvatore Mellone, who died on Monday, was moving to thousands of people. He was to have... Read more
Bishops expect Pope Francis' visit to have profound impact on US
Looking forward to Pope Francis' September visit to the U.S., the nation's bishops were exuberant on Tuesday, as the itinerary... Read more
Chewed or brewed: A brief history of Popes and coca leaves
Pope Francis might chew coca leaves – or maybe sip coca tea – during his visit to Bolivia next week,... Read more
