Archive for October 13, 2020

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Archdiocese prepares beatification cause of anti-Nazi White Rose member

A German archdiocese said Monday that it is preparing to open the beatification cause of a member of the White... Read more

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Vatican to turn building offered by nuns into shelter for refugees

The Vatican said Monday that it would use a building offered to it by a religious order to house refugees.  Read more

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By Hannah Brockhaus

Vatican trial for priests accused of abuse and cover-up in Vatican City youth seminary

The Vatican’s criminal court is expected to begin this week the trial of two Italian priests, one accused of sexual... Read more

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By Hannah Brockhaus

As evaluation ends, Vatican says Moneyval inspection was ‘constructive’

Moneyval, the Council of Europe’s anti-money laundering watchdog, concluded its two-week on-site inspection of the Holy See and Vatican City... Read more

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Government throws England’s Catholic churches ‘lifeline’ grant for repairs

A Catholic archbishop thanked the government Monday for awarding a “lifeline” grant to Catholic churches in England.  Read more

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By Christine Rousselle

'I have no agenda' except public service, Barrett tells senators

Judge Amy Coney Barrett explained to senators on Tuesday that she has no personal agenda to overturn previous decisions if she... Read more

Daniel Ortega celebrates his re-inauguration as president of Nicaragua, Jan. 10, 2012. ?w=200&h=150

Managua archdiocese urges free elections in Nicaragua

The Archdiocese of Managua has expressed its concern over new threats to freedom and personal safety in Nicaragua, and urged... Read more

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By Matt Hadro

Religion central to Armenia-Azerbaijan conflict

Religion is a central factor in the conflict between Armenia and Azerbaijan, Christian advocates explained in a briefing on the conflict... Read more

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'Security consultant' linked to Vatican's Becciu scandal arrested

Cecilia Marogna was held by Italian financial authorities on Tuesday evening in Milan on an international warrant issued by the... Read more

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Pompeo calls for Belarus to allow Catholic bishop to return

Secretary of State Mike Pompeo on Tuesday called for the government of Belarus to allow the Catholic Archbishop of Minsk... Read more

Cardinal Kevin Farrell prepares to perform the Asperges before Mass at the World Meeting of Families in Dublin, Aug. 23, 2018. ?w=200&h=150

By JD Flynn

Analysis: What does Cardinal Farrell's promotion say about the McCarrick report?

Cardinal Farrell has insisted that he knew nothing about the numerous sex abuse allegations and payouts surrounding his former boss,... Read more

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Euthanasia no sign of progress, Spain's Bioethics Committee says

The Bioethics Committee of Spain has unanimously rejected the underlying principles behind the euthanasia and assisted suicide bill that is... Read more

A statue of St. Junipero Serra, which was defaced and torn down by protesters Oct. 12, at Mission San Rafael Arcangel in San Rafael, California. Courtesy photo.?w=200&h=150

By Jonah McKeown

St. Junipero Serra statue defaced, pulled down on California's Indigenous People’s Day

A group of activists near San Francisco on Monday defaced a statue of St. Junipero Serra on private property with... Read more

U.S. Secretary of Labor Eugene Scalia. Screen capture, Franciscan University of Steubenville.?w=200&h=150

US Labor Secretary: America still needs Columbus Day

Opponents of Columbus Day are misguided in their criticism and miss the important message about unity and inclusivity that the... Read more

Supreme Court nominee Judge Amy Coney Barrett testifies during her confirmation hearing before the Senate Judiciary Committee on Oct. 13, 2020. ?w=200&h=150

By Matt Hadro

Barrett hearings day 2: Barrett faces questions on abortion, Catholic faith, race, and religious freedom

Supreme Court nominee Amy Coney Barrett was pressed on Tuesday for her position on abortion, marriage, and health care, during... Read more