Archive for February 12, 2015
Pope prays for migrants killed in Mediterranean boat tragedy
During his weekly general audience, Pope Francis said he was following “with concern” the news of hundreds of immigrants who... Read more
Jail, not death: appropriate punishment according to Australia's bishops
With two of their nationals on Indonesia's death row over drug trafficking offenses, the Australian bishops are appealing to the... Read more
As church-goers wane, Germany's controversial tax prompts unease
While church attendees dwindle in Germany, questions have arisen once again over the controversial state-imposed church tax – and whether... Read more
US pushing Cuba to improve record on human trafficking, State Dept. says
As the U.S. aims to re-establish full relations with Cuba, it is also pushing the country to redeem its poor... Read more
Latino leadership in the spotlight at intersection of Church and culture
Social justice, politics and Latino culture are three areas that are fields for evangelization, a Hispanic ministry leader told young... Read more
'A reform to promote harmony' – Pope Francis opens a much-debated consistory
A reform to promote a greater harmony in the work of the Roman Curia, in Pope Francis’ words, was the... Read more
Enough talk about talking – Iraqi priest calls for action on ISIS
An Iraqi priest currently living in Rome said that those living the nightmare of ISIS are tired of hearing talk... Read more
Ukrainian Catholic bishops urge prayer, fasting ahead of Sunday's ceasefire
The Ukrainian Catholic bishops in the US issued a letter on Wednesday asking their faithful to pray and fast for... Read more
Catholic Benefits Association appoints first-ever CEO
When hospitals are struggling financially, they bring in Douglas G. Wilson, Jr. to turn around their fortunes. Read more
