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Fr. Augustine and associates distribute relieft supplies following the April 25 Nepali earthquake.

Local bishop describes 'a very, very frightening scene' in Nepal

Apr 28, 2015

Nepal’s bishop has given a graphic account of the country’s catastrophic April 25 earthquake, describing how he was lucky to... Read more

Pope Francis prays with journalists on the papal flight en route to South Korea, August 14, 2014.

Pope Francis assures Nepal earthquake survivors of his closeness and prayers

Apr 26, 2015

By Ann Schneible

Pope Francis led the crowds gathered in Saint Peter’s Square for the weekly Regina Caeli address in praying for the... Read more

The pediatric ward of St. Francois de Sales Hospital collapsed onto the maternity ward during the earthquake. Today there is a new two-story outpatient building.

Haiti's hope is in its people five years after quake

Jan 12, 2015

Five years ago today, a 7.0 magnitude earthquake decimated St. Francois de Sales Hospital in the heart of Port-au-Prince. ... Read more

Amputee soccer players from Haiti known as Team Zaryen take part in a match in 2011.

Haitian amputees lace-up soccer cleats on Roman sports field

Jan 9, 2015

By Elise Harris

Five years after the island of Haiti was devastated by a massive earthquake, three young amputees will have the opportunity... Read more

The city of Napa, Calif. recovers from a 6.0 magnitude earthquake in August 2014.

Catholic Charities helps with relief after Calif. quake

Aug 26, 2014

The Church in northern California is helping respond to a major earthquake, which shook Napa Valley early Sunday morning, the... Read more

Pope Francis bows his head in prayer during a Wednesday general audience Oct. 2, 2013.

Pope sends message of condolence after earthquake rocks Chile

Apr 3, 2014

Pope Francis sent a letter to Cardinal Ricardo Ezzati of Santiago, Chile, after the country was hit by an 8.2... Read more

Fr. José Gabriel del Rosario Brochero.

Haiti children's home to open in honor of Argentine priest

Sep 14, 2013

A rehabilitation clinic for the handicapped in Port-au-Prince will soon be opened in honor of Father Jose Gabriel del Rosario... Read more

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Our Lady of Czestochowa icon touring Spain

Jan 30, 2013

A replica image of Our Lady of Czestochowa is currently traveling throughout Spain on a pro-life and pro-family pilgrimage that... Read more

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