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Consistory may be on the horizon, Vatican experts predict

Jan 26, 2010

Citing the high number of cardinals reaching 80 years of age, Vatican experts say the possibility of a consistory taking... Read more

Pope asks for constant prayers for Christian unity

Jan 26, 2010

The Holy Father closed the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity with Vespers at the Roman Basilica of St. Paul's... Read more

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Vatican to raise funds for Haiti with new stamp

Jan 26, 2010

The Holy See's Philatelic and Numismatic Office, otherwise known as the Stamp and Coin Office, announced on Tuesday that it... Read more

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Vatican newspaper amused but disappointed with 'Sherlock Holmes'

Jan 25, 2010

Despite its good showing at the box office, Guy Ritchie’s “Sherlock Holmes” has failed to impress the Vatican newspaper L'Osservatore... Read more

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English and Welsh bishops discuss local issues with Pope Benedict

Jan 25, 2010

Nine bishops from England and Wales met with the Holy Father on Monday morning. The “ad limina” visit between the... Read more

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Special Council for Africa prepares suggestions for Pope Benedict

Jan 25, 2010

The Vatican Press Office has released the details of the latest meeting of African bishops since the closing of their... Read more

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Pope Benedict's 'Travels' released

Jan 24, 2010

The book, “The Travels of Benedict XVI in Italy,” was released on Thursday evening in a reception at the Italian... Read more

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Church is ‘rich and vital organism’ in its unity, remarks Pope at Angelus

Jan 24, 2010

Citing the reading in Sunday's liturgy from First Corinthians, Pope Benedict XVI used St. Paul's comparison of the Church to... Read more

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Benedict XVI remembers life of St. Francis de Sales

Jan 24, 2010

Speaking before today’s Angelus, Pope Benedict recalled the life of St. Francis de Sales.  "He dedicated himself with great yield... Read more

Holy Father encourages online priestly ministry

Jan 23, 2010

In his message for the 44th World Day for Social Communications, Pope Benedict calls for priests to "make astute use"... Read more

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Vatican sees improved outlook for 2010 finances

Jan 22, 2010

The Council of Cardinals met in the Vatican from Jan. 20 - 21 to discuss the organizational and economic issues... Read more

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Benedict XVI reconfirms Cardinal Bertone as Vatican Secretary of State

Jan 21, 2010

In a letter published today by L’Osservatore Romano, Pope Benedict XVI confirmed that Cardinal Tarcisio Bertone will remain Vatican Secretary... Read more

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Benedict XVI appoints first woman under-secretary for Justice and Peace Council

Jan 21, 2010

The Vatican announced on Thursday the appointment of Ms. Flaminia Giovanelli, “the first woman to hold the position of under... Read more

Pope blesses lambs on feast of St. Agnes

Jan 21, 2010

Today Pope Benedict celebrated the feast of the martyr St. Agnes by blessing a group of lambs in the Urban... Read more

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Pope's second book on Jesus of Nazareth is finished

Jan 20, 2010

After meeting with Pope Benedict XVI in a private audience, American Rabbi Jacob Neusner, prolific writer, professor and expert in... Read more

Pope asks for prayer to achieve visible unity of all Christians

Jan 20, 2010

Pope Benedict developed his catechesis at the general audience on Wednesday around the theme of the Week of Prayer for... Read more

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Pope calls special meeting with Irish bishops at the Vatican

Jan 20, 2010

Pope Benedict XVI will meet with the Catholic bishops of Ireland in a private audience at the Holy See in... Read more

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Jewish-Catholic dialogue continues after papal synagogue visit

Jan 19, 2010

Since Pope Benedict's visit to the Synagogue of Rome on Sunday, media outlets have produced countless stories on the state... Read more

Vatican prepares for Middle East Synod by outlining regional issues

Jan 19, 2010

The Vatican Press Office presented on Tuesday the "Lineamenta" document in preparation for the convocation of the Special Assembly of... Read more

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Details of possible Pius XII miracle emerge

Jan 19, 2010

Some details of the case under investigation regarding a possible miracle attributed to Venerable Pope Pius XII have been made... Read more