VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Pope Francis has decided that six dioceses in Canada, previously considered mission territories under the jurisdiction of the Congregation for the Evangelization […]
Pope: Six mission dioceses in Canada will transition to normal status
Cardinal Dolan: Newborn in manger a positive sign of a culture of life
WASHINGTON (CNS) — A baby in a manger is proof enough for Cardinal Timothy M. Dolan of New York that Americans can express a culture of […]
March for Life marks 43rd anniversary of Roe decision legalizing abortion
WASHINGTON (CNS) — Catholic admonitions about inclusion mixed with strong political language before the March of Life got underway Jan. 22 in Washington. At a Jesuit-sponsored […]
Blizzard won’t stop march, but safety concerns cancel some trips to D.C.
WASHINGTON (CNS) — Sometimes being pro-life means making difficult decisions. Because of a predicted snowstorm in Washington, the St. Louis archdiocesan Catholic Youth Apostolate canceled its […]
Foot-washing ritual not limited to men, Vatican says in new decree
VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Following a request by Pope Francis, the Vatican issued a decree specifying that the Holy Thursday foot-washing ritual can include “all members […]
Don’t be afraid to show concern, fight poverty, pope tells global leaders
VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Don’t be afraid of acting fairly and compassionately toward the poor, Pope Francis said in a written message to global business leaders […]
Chicago’s bitter cold doesn’t stop march against ‘culture of death’
CHICAGO (CNS) — Dana Mentgen donned six layers of clothing and made the trek downtown to Chicago’s Federal Plaza Jan. 17 because he felt it was […]
Dialogue, remembrance, peace highlighted as pope visits synagogue
ROME (CNS) — While the Catholic Church affirms that salvation comes through Jesus, it also recognizes that God is faithful and has not revoked his covenant […]