Archive for June 8, 2018
Millions travel to basilica shrine for Uganda Martyrs' Day
They came by plane, by bus, and even on foot: pilgrims traveled thousands of miles to Uganda's Catholic shrine for... Read more
Washington, Rockville Centre dioceses get new auxiliary bishops
The Vatican Friday announced that Pope Francis has appointed two new auxiliary bishops for the United States, one of whom... Read more
Pan-Amazonian synod doc leaves door open to married priests proposal
A preparatory document for next year's Pan-Amazonian synod was released Friday, indicating that key themes for the meeting will be... Read more
Chilean diocese opens investigation of priest accused of sexual abuse
The Diocese of Linares confirmed Wednesday the receipt of a complaint of alleged sexual abuse by Fr. Germán Cáceres Fuentes. Read more
Government officials destroy Way of the Cross in China's Henan province
The sanctuary of Our Lady of Mount Carmel in China's Henan province is a popular pilgrimage site for many Catholics,... Read more
German bishops react to Vatican decision on Communion for Protestants
Several German bishops have reacted with surprise, consternation and criticism to the Vatican’s rejection of a proposal to allow Protestants married... Read more
Denver celebrates Mass on 100th anniversary of Julia Greeley's death
The Archdiocese of Denver hosted a special Mass on Thursday in celebration of the 100th anniversary of the death of... Read more
