On contraception, church must continue to defend life, cardinal says
Inaugurating a conference anticipating the 50th anniversary of Blessed Paul VI's encyclical "Humanae Vitae," German Cardinal Walter Brandmuller told participants that in ignoring traditional church teaching men and women today have seated themselves "on the throne of the Creator."
Actor Mark Wahlberg’s faith journey leaves impression on young adults
About 2,000 young adults attended the Chicago Archdiocese's (re)Encounter -- an evening of music, speakers, faith sharing and eucharistic adoration aimed at energizing the faith of young adult Catholics.
European church leaders: Populist fervor doesn’t present whole truth
Healthy patriotism is different from nationalist, populist fervor that manipulates people for political ends, said two top church leaders.
Concern rises over impact of expected tax cuts on programs for the poor
Some Catholic observers are concerned that large cuts in health care and other public services will follow as tax revenues fall under the tax reform plan expected to be unveiled Nov. 1 by Rep. Kevin Brady, R-Texas, chairman of the House Ways and Means Committee.
Auschwitz program offers participants chance to examine ethics questions
The program invites graduate students and young professionals to a 12-day seminar trip through Germany and Poland within respective departments of study: business, journalism, law, medical and seminary.
Utah bishop calls patriarch’s visit inspiring, blessing for all Catholics
Cardinal Rai's Oct. 20 visit to Utah was part of a U.S. trip that included various stops at Maronite parishes and his participation in the 2017 In Defense of Christians Summit in Washington Oct. 24-26.
Vatican Nativity scene to highlight works of mercy
A towering 92-foot spruce tree will be the centerpiece of the Vatican's Christmas holidays, according to a note released Oct. 25 by the governing office of Vatican City.
Vatican City PD: Gendarmes continue centuries-old military tradition
The Vatican police force was established 200 years ago, but its origins were in the fourth century.
Kenyan nuns work to educate voters before Oct. 26 election
When Kenyans go to the polls to elect a president Oct. 26, nuns from the Association of Sisterhoods of Kenya will be prominent as poll observers. The sisters already have spent hours in voter education for the repeat election.
In church or business, buzzwords can obscure the real work
Let’s come to terms with “missionary discipleship” as we “get granular,” grouses writer Gina Christian. Evangelization (not a buzzword) isn’t about theological eloquence but simple deeds to show the love of Christ.