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Nearly 500 British priests sign statement in support of ‘Humanae Vitae’
They said the prophetic warnings contained within "Humane Vitae," (Of Human Life) published by Blessed Pope Paul VI July 25 1968, have proved to be accurate.
Dictatorships begin with taking over media to spread lies, pope says
"All dictatorships, all of them, began like this, by adulterating communication, by putting communications in the hands of people without scruples, of governments without scruples," he added.
Pope asks people to value contributions refugees can make
Pope Francis called on nations working to develop a global compact on refugees to make sure they help ensure migration is safe, legal and humane.
Pope met with brother of Chilean priest found guilty of abuse
Recalling his conversation with the pope, Oscar Karadima said his family members "were also victims of abuse of power and of conscience" by his brother. Their family name, he added, was tarnished due to the scandals.
Pope: Aborting children with birth defects is like Nazi eugenics program
Children are God's greatest gift and should be welcomed "as they come, as God sends them, as God allows, even if at times they are sick," the pope said.
Philippine authorities arrest suspect in priest’s murder
MANILA, Philippines (CNS) — Philippine authorities announced June 15 that they had arrested their “prime suspect” in the killing of Father Richmond Villaflor Nilo, reported ucanews.com. The suspect, identified as Adell Roll Milan, was arrested in San Isidro June 14, the same day Father Nilo was buried. A witness reportedly identified Milan, an alleged former […]
Franciscan official says peaceful areas of Syria offer window of hope
"I have met people full of hope, full of activity. I can feel it, they want to live, they want to continue with their lives. They want peace."
Argentina moves closer to legal abortion
The country's lower house of congress approved a bill 129-123 that would decriminalize abortion up to 14 weeks of pregnancy. While expressing disappointment, Argentina's bishops pledged to better attend to youth and women.
Humanitarian crisis in Yemen worsens, Catholic aid agency says
The Saudi-led coalition's assault on Hodeida, Yemen's main port city, will have a "catastrophic impact" on the ability of relief groups to get food, medicine and other aid to vulnerable Yemeni families in urgent need of assistance.
Pilgrim’s progress: Papal trip to Geneva marks ‘new spring’ in ecumenism
The trip's major focus is highlighting the Catholic Church's commitment to seeking Christian unity and recognizing the unique contribution of the World Council of Churches.