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Don’t fear what is new, Cardinal Hummes says, introducing synod topics
Speaking at the synod's opening session Oct. 7, Brazilian Cardinal Claudio Hummes identified key issues for the synod based on consultations held in church jurisdictions in the nine Amazonian countries over the past year and a half.
Catholics more motivated to donate if ethical investing is assured
The survey for Boston-based Catholic Investment Services found that about 87% of respondents would be more likely to donate to Catholic institutions if they knew the money would be invested in ways consistent with church teaching and values.
Pope names new apostolic nuncio to Chile
Archbishop Alberto Ortega Martin's appointment comes at a time when the Catholic Church in Chile is under continuous scrutiny over its handling of cases involving the abuse of minors and vulnerable adults.
Our Lady of Guadalupe Church Hosts Famous Sculptor, Joe DeVito
The Pro-Life Committee of Our Lady of Guadalupe Church in Buckingham, PA extends an invitation to you as they host world-renowned sculptor Joe Devito.
Rosary Rally/Life Chain
Please join us for a Rosary Rally to honor Our Lady and in reparation for the many offenses committed in our city and our country against Our Lord and Savior and His Blessed Mother.
Baptized & Sent – Extraordinary Mission Month ~ Why be Catholic?
Why do adults ask for Baptism? A convert from Judaism, a man raised as a Christian but never baptized, and a young Catholic who returned to the practice of the faith after dropping out (a "revert") will all share their stories.
Cardinal Baldisseri explains who’s at Amazon synod, how it works
The members of the synod for the Amazon are mainly the bishops of the Amazon region of nine South American countries, and the discussions will focus on evangelization and safeguarding creation in that region.
Synod is a time to listen, discern, not despise, pope says
The pope said he was saddened to hear a "sarcastic" remark from a synod participant about an indigenous man wearing a feathered headdress who presented the offertory gifts at the synod's opening Mass Oct. 6.
Fear, status quo smother fire of God’s love, pope says at synod Mass
Celebrating the opening Mass of the Synod of Bishops for the Amazon Oct. 6, the pope said, "Jesus did not come to bring a gentle evening breeze, but to light a fire on the earth."
Pope to cardinals: Loving, loyal service requires feeling God’s love
In a ceremony to create 13 new cardinals, Pope Francis reminded new and old members of the College of Cardinals how much their ministry and service depends on their realizing how much God loves them and has been compassionate with them.