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Two more stations drop offensive program

Jan 8, 2006

Two more NBC affiliates have decided not to air a new network drama called "The Book of Daniel," which features... Read more

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Irish Church celebrates contribution of immigrants

Jan 8, 2006

Immigrants make a vital contribution to Ireland’s economy and culture, Archbishop Diarmuid Martin said Thursday as he celebrated a vigil... Read more

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Pope to international Protestant group: no ecumenical dialogue possible without interior conversion

Jan 8, 2006

On Saturday, Pope Benedict met with a delegation from the World Alliance of Reformed Churches, with whom he stressed the... Read more

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Baptism means saying ‘yes’ to Christ’s life, ‘no’ to culture dominated by death, says Pope

Jan 8, 2006

As the Church celebrated the Feast of the Baptism of the Lord on Sunday, Pope Benedict XVI personally baptized ten... Read more

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Pope says Baptism should renew holiness in thought and action

Jan 8, 2006

In his weekly Angelus reflection, given Sunday on the Feast of the Baptism of Jesus, Pope Benedict XVI encouraged a... Read more

Commitment to truth, human dignity, is at heart of peace Pope tells world diplomats

Jan 8, 2006

This morning, Pope Benedict encouraged world diplomats and the nations they represent to recognize truth, forgiveness and authentic human dignity... Read more

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Holy See defers to courts on possible release of would-be Papal assassin

Jan 8, 2006

Vatican spokesman Joaquin Navarro-Valls announced yesterday that the Holy See would accept the decision of the courts regarding the possible... Read more

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New Book studies dramatic consequences of divorce among children and damage in children’s religious identity.

Jan 5, 2006

Between two Worlds: The Inner Lives of Children of Divorce, a new publishing tackling the eminent question of divorce and... Read more

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Cleveland bishop asks pope for permission to retire

Jan 5, 2006

Cleveland  Bishop Anthony M. Pilla, 73, has asked Pope Benedict XVI for permission to retire as head of the Cleveland... Read more

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Catholic Priest Advises: “Democrats…must abandon their Catholic bashing strategy.”

Jan 5, 2006

Catholic Priest and president of Human Life International,Rev. Thomas J. Euteneuer, advised Democrats to refrain from “Catholic bashing” of Supreme... Read more

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United States Bishops launch New Media Campaign Focusing on Solutions to Poverty

Jan 5, 2006

The Catholic Campaign for Human Development (CCHD) this month launched a new national awareness campaign that calls attention to the... Read more

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Archbishop, church offices return to New Orleans

Jan 5, 2006

Four months after Hurricane Katrina ravaged the U.S. Gulf Coast, forcing residents and businesses out of the city of New... Read more

Church must shine the light of Christ to the World says Pope Benedict XVI

Jan 5, 2006

Presiding  today over the Eucharistic celebration for the celebration of the Solemnity of the Epiphany, Pope Benedict  remarked that the... Read more

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Bishop calls for respect for dignity of immigrants

Jan 5, 2006

Bishop Antonio Ceballos of Cadiz and Ceuta, Spain, has issued a pastoral letter marking the World Day of Immigrants and... Read more

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Hockey star’s mom says unborn son saved her from suicide

Jan 5, 2006

Nineteen years ago Annet Pogge was about to throw herself over a bridge to commit suicide but was detained at... Read more

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Poll reveals German Catholics want more active presentation of the faith

Jan 5, 2006

The great majority of German Catholics believe it is important that children and young people be given a more active... Read more

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New report provides periscope into Planned Parenthood business practices

Jan 5, 2006

A new report released by the American Life League’s STOPP organization, strongly criticizes Planned Parenthood’s nationwide business practices and accuses... Read more

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Catholic News Agency Director launches own Blog today.

Jan 4, 2006

Catholic News Agency director Alejandro Bermudez launches personal Blog, Catholic Outsider.   Read more

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NBC affiliate drops ‘anti-Christian’ show due to viewer response

Jan 4, 2006

An NBC affiliate in Indiana has dropped a new drama, which has Jesus appearing as a recurring character and features... Read more

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Pro-life worship service to be held on Capitol Hill this month

Jan 4, 2006

Hundreds of pro-life clergy, advocates and abortion survivors will convene for the 12th pro-life Christian worship service on Capitol Hill... Read more