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Teaching on all-male priesthood is definitive, cardinal-designate says
That only men can be validly ordained to the priesthood is a truth that is part of the Catholic faith and will not and cannot change, said Cardinal-designate Luis Ladaria.
Cardinal-designate Becciu named prefect of congregation for saints
Cardinal-designate Giovanni Angelo Becciu will take up his post at the congregation overseeing sainthood processes at the end of August.
Vatican releases summer schedule of major papal events
The pope's liturgical schedule covering the months of June, July and August.
Newly named Spanish cardinal vows to promote religious life
Spain's newest cardinal has said his appointment confirms the pope's determination to keep religious orders center stage in the church's life and mission.
Iftar feast a gathering of fraternity, affection for Melkite patriarch
Christians and Muslims gathered in Sidon, Lebanon, for an iftar, the fast-breaking meal after sunset during the Muslim holy month of Ramadan.
The church’s missionary work needs prayers, support, pope says
Pope Francis reminded Catholics to support evangelization efforts worldwide through the Pontifical Mission Societies.
Defend right to life, conscientious objection, pope tells doctors
Make medicine and health care more humane by protecting the life and dignity of all patients, particularly the weakest and the unborn, Pope Francis told Catholic doctors and medical specialists.
Irish bishop hopes papal visit can help bring healing after abortion vote
Bishop Brendan Leahy of Limerick told Massgoers May 26 that the result "is deeply regrettable and chilling for those of us who voted 'no.'"
Pope, patriarch call for ethical intervention in economy
Pope Francis and Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew of Constantinople called on Christians to work together to build a culture of solidarity in the face of growing economic inequality.
Voters in Ireland pave way for abortion on demand
Results from the nationwide referendum showed that 66.4 percent of citizens opted to remove the Eighth Amendment from the constitution, while 33.6 percent voted to retain it.