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Commission reportedly thought first seven Medjugorje visions were real
However, according to a report published by the website Vatican Insider, the commission was much more doubtful about the thousands of alleged visions that have occurred since July 4, 1981, and supposedly continue to this day.
God dreams big, wants to transform world, defeat evil, pope says
God is right by the side of each person on earth, seeing each individual's pain and wanting to bring hope and joy, Pope Francis said.
Vatican official urges Canadians to work to reverse euthanasia decisions
For most Canadians, the assisted suicide debate is last year's news story. But Cardinal Gerhard Muller, head of the Catholic Church's theological watchdog-agency, begs to differ.
Priest stabbed while celebrating Mass in Mexico City
Father Machorro was rushed to the hospital and underwent emergency surgery. His condition was listed as "delicate, but stable," according to media reports.
Vatican official tells Hong Kong youths: Get involved in synod prep
Cardinal Baldisseri explained how the church is preparing the October 2018 synod, which has the theme, "Young people, faith and vocational discernment."
Pope wants synod dedicated to people in Amazon, archbishop says
Although the church has continued to assist the native populations in the Amazon, which occupies 63 percent of Peru, efforts must continue "to revitalize" the church and its work in the region, said Archbishop Salvador Pineiro Garcia-Calderon of Ayacucho.
Vatican finance watchdog intensifies outreach to foreign authorities
The Vatican's financial watchdog agency has beefed up its investigations with increased outreach to foreign authorities in a continued effort to prevent suspected money laundering and the financing of terrorism.
Bishops put U.K.’s future at top of list of election issues
In a two-page letter published May 15, the bishops reminded Catholics of their duty to vote and advised voters to question politicians seeking their support on a range of 10 key issues.
World Youth Day logo shows symbols for Mary, Panama
The design by Amber Calvo, 20, a Panamanian student studying architecture, was chosen from 103 entries submitted for the event that will take place Jan. 22-27, 2019.
Mary’s message at Fatima still timely, urgent 100 years later, says panel
Before an audience of more than 600 people, speakers explored the peacemaking roles of women, children and religious leaders at the event organized by the Holy See Mission to the United Nations.