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U.S. architect recalls events that led him to design chapel at Vatican
Since he was elected in 2013 and decided to live in the Domus Sanctae Marthae instead of the apostolic apartments, Pope Francis has said daily Mass in the Chapel of the Holy Spirit located just next to the modest hotel.
Easter Rising: Insurrection marked beginning of modern Irish Republic
The six-day insurrection by Irish rebels against British rule has divided Ireland for a century; some see the rebels as martyrs, others as leaders of a treacherous revolt.
Centenary of Easter Rising will cause traffic restrictions in Dublin
In the Catholic Archdiocese of Dublin, all Easter liturgies will proceed as normal, but Dublin Archbishop Diarmuid Martin said he is disappointed that churchgoers will face disruption.
Church reconstruction in Haiti continues after election violence lull
The confrontations forced construction managers to suspend the work at several sites around the capital of Port-au-Prince as Haitian officials dealt with a vacant presidency and settled on April 24 as a new date for the twice-delayed national election.
Pennsylvania bishop pledges transparency in dealing with abuse reports
Bishop Mark Bartchak of Altoona-Johnstown apologized to abuse victims and people of the diocese two days after a grand jury reported on the sexual abuse of hundreds of children and a pattern of concealment.
Talk explains Year of Mercy in parishes and daily lives
Father Philip Forlano will present his talk, with an overview of Pope Francis' view of mercy and ways to encounter God's mercy today, at St. Stanislaus Parish on March 8 at 7 p.m.
Lectures consider deadly sins, and virtues combating them
The Adult Faith Formation Academy of St. Mary Magdalen Parish, Media, continues its Lenten Lecture Series on upcoming Monday evenings at the Delaware County church.
Seminary hosts Lenten program of music and Scripture
The seminarians of St. Charles Seminary will present a free concert including musical selections and prayers this Sunday afternoon. Free will donations will benefit the Sisters of St. Joseph.
Australian cardinal promises help for abuse victims
Admitting that church leadership "made enormous mistakes" in confronting suspected and known sexual abuse against minors, Cardinal George Pell met with victims after testifying in an abuse case.
More local Catholic churches join 24 Hours for the Lord this weekend
In the Archdiocese of Philadelphia to date, 59 parishes will participate, more than double the number from a week ago. Catholic churches worldwide are opening their doors for prayers this Friday night and Saturday.