Tag: Pope Francis
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Pope Leo XIV Is Not Francis II
Pope Leo XIV eludes simplistic labels as either a reformer like Pope Francis or a traditionalist. While he aligns with… READ MORE
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Marko Rupnik Confronted at Rome Airport Baggage Claim by Italian Journalist Roberta Rei
Video: Italian Journalist Roberta Rei corners Marko Rupnik at the airport. READ MORE
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The Pope vs. Trump? | FORWARD BOLDLY
Pope Francis criticized President Trump’s immigration policy in a letter to U.S. bishops, calling it a “major crisis.” His remarks… READ MORE
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Vatican’s Border Policy Shines Light on Hypocrisy in Criticism of Trump’s Immigration Stance
Recent border policy changes by the Vatican, which impose strict sanctions on illegal entry, raise questions of hypocrisy, especially given… READ MORE
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The Rebirth of the Catholic Church in Estonia
On September 26, 2024, Pope Francis established Estonia’s first diocese for its small but growing Catholic community, which now numbers… READ MORE
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Why an Abortion-Minded America Cannot Be Great Again!
In her article, Judie Brown emphasizes Pope Francis’ message on equality and the inherent dignity of all individuals. She critiques… READ MORE
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Pope’s Idea of Poor Migrants is Flawed
Pope Francis criticized President Trump for his stance on deporting illegal aliens, labeling them as “poor wretches.” However, Bill Donohue… READ MORE
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USCCB Statement on the Executive Orders Expected to be Signed by the New President
The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops expresses intent to review President Trump’s executive orders, emphasizing the Church’s commitment to protecting… READ MORE
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Things Pope Francis Should Consider Commending Donald Trump For
The relationship between Donald Trump and Pope Francis features discord over immigration and climate change, yet Trump’s administration has actions… READ MORE
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Interpreting Church in Italy’s Seminary Document as Accepting Homosexual Priests “not a correct reading”: Italian Bishop
A clarification from Bishop Stefano Manetti disputes media interpretations of a new document by Italy’s Catholic Bishops regarding the ordination… READ MORE
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Catholic Theologians on the Concept of Hell
The Catholic concept of Hell encompasses interpretations from scripture and theological evolution. Key figures like Augustine and Aquinas contributed foundational… READ MORE
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Cardinal McElroy? Oh My!
Judie Brown critiques Pope Francis’s promotion of Cardinal Robert McElroy, known for his pro-LGBTQ stance, contrasting it with Saint Paul’s… READ MORE
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A Departure from Tradition: A Critique of the Vatican’s New Stance on Gay Priests / UPDATE: Vatican Denies Claim
The Vatican’s decision to admit men with homosexual tendencies into the priesthood, despite celibacy requirements, raises concerns about doctrinal integrity,… READ MORE
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13 Catholic Missionaries and Pastoral Workers Reportedly Killed Worldwide in 2024
In 2024, thirteen missionaries and pastoral workers were killed globally, including eight priests and five lay people, due to increasing… READ MORE
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One Year Later, Vatican Document on Same-sex Blessings Not Causing Much of a Stir
A year after a Vatican document permitted non-liturgical blessings for same-sex couples, U.S. bishops report minimal impact, with few blessings… READ MORE
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Today, October 11, We Celebrate Pope Saint John XXIII
Pope John XXIII, born Angelo Giuseppe Roncalli in 1881, became Pope in 1958, known for his pastoral care, social encyclicals,… READ MORE
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This World’s Foolishness
Judie Brown reflects on contemporary societal folly, emphasizing contradictions such as prioritizing rat welfare over unborn children and a judge… READ MORE
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Pope Francis Steers Delicate Course on Women, the Church, and the Synod on Synodality 2024
The Synod on Synodality, opening on October 2, 2024, will not focus on women’s roles, including female deacons, but discussions… READ MORE
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Cardinal Sarah’s Appeal to Africa’s Delegates to October Synod to Defend “unity of faith” in Order: SECAM President
Cardinal Ambongo supports Cardinal Sarah’s call for African unity in faith over cultural emphasis at the Synod on Synodality, stressing… READ MORE
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The Catholic Church by the Numbers: More Catholics but Fewer Vocations
Catholic Church Sees Growth in Africa and Asia, Decline in Europe and Americas. Increase in Catholics, Decrease in Priests, Surge… READ MORE
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Vatican Document on Human Dignity Condemns Gender Transition, Surrogacy, Abortion
The Vatican issued a declaration on human dignity, addressing concerns such as gender theory, surrogacy, euthanasia, and abortion, emphasizing the… READ MORE
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Pope Francis implores public broadcasters to serve the common good and combat ‘fake news’
Pope Francis emphasized public broadcasters’ role in serving truth and combating “fake news.” He urged quality content that uplifts, fosters… READ MORE
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In Africa, Fiducia Supplicans Perceived as “cultural colonization, Western imperialism”: SECAM President
Cardinal Ambongo, President of SECAM, criticized Vatican’s blessing of same-sex unions as cultural imperialism, lacking synodality. African bishops rejected the… READ MORE
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Pope Francis: God’s glory does not correspond to human success
Pope Francis emphasized that true glory and happiness come from loving and forgiving others, rather than from worldly success. He… READ MORE
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Pope Francis: “Of all vices, pride is the great queen”
Pope Francis, addressing his audience through an aide due to a cold, emphasized the dangers of pride and the virtue… READ MORE
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Meet the New Advisors to the Synod
The Catholic League criticizes Vatican advisors who openly oppose Church teachings, questioning why dissenters are sought for advice when they… READ MORE
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MOZAMBIQUE – Resumption of jihadist attacks in the north, but with a new “modus operandi”
Attacks by ISIS-linked jihadists have surged in northern Mozambique’s Pemba province, with a new strategy of taxing civilians for protection.… READ MORE
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Catholic Bishops in Nigeria Maintain Opposition to Fiducia Supplicans’ Recommendations
Catholic Bishops in Nigeria uphold the ban on same-sex blessings, rejecting Vatican’s Fiducia Supplicans, citing concerns of unity and catholicity. READ MORE
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SECAM President Explains How Rejection of Fiducia Supplicans in Africa was Handled
Cardinal Ambongo of SECAM recounted his opposition to blessing same-sex unions and collaboration with Pope Francis to address the issue. READ MORE
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Cheering for Same-Sex Blessings
The Vatican’s decision to bless same-sex couples has sparked widespread protest, with many clergy members openly defying the directive, causing… READ MORE
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“Culture does not accept it”: Pope Francis on Africa’s Opposition to Fiducia Supplicans
Pope Francis clarified that the Vatican’s blessing for same-sex couples won’t be implemented in Africa due to cultural opposition and… READ MORE
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Synod Delegate: If Synod Proposal at odds with Gospel, ‘that’s not of the Holy Spirit’
Archbishop Anthony Fisher of Sydney cautioned against attributing every decision to the Holy Spirit, during the Synod on Synodality. He… READ MORE
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Pope Welcomes Catholic Dissidents
Pope Francis recently welcomed Catholic dissidents, criticized by U.S. cardinals and bishops, including Sr. Jeannine Gramick, who once supported a… READ MORE
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The Dubia Were Not Meant as an Attack on the Pope, Cardinal Burke Says
Cardinal Raymond Burke defended the “dubia” he and four other cardinals submitted to Pope Francis, stating it was about safeguarding… READ MORE
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Pope Francis Accepts Resignation of Bishop Richard Stika of Knoxville and Appoints the Archbishop of Louisville as Apostolic Administrator
Pope Francis has accepted the resignation of the Most Reverend Richard F. Stika. READ MORE
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DRC bishops: “May the government accept its responsibilities”
The bishops say that the DRC is a sovereign state and cannot be pillaged with impunity. READ MORE
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Mozambique Church pursues interreligious dialogue to stem terrorism
The insurgency has spread fear and death in Mozambique. READ MORE
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Vatican: Pope Francis Out of Surgery, Recovering in Hospital
Pope Francis has been hospitalized three times in the past two years. READ MORE
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Pope Francis Explains Why Catholics Make the Sign of the Cross
The Apostles “taught us to mark with the sign of the cross those who put their hope in the Lord.” READ MORE
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“Hands off Africa”: Pope Francis Revisits Key Moments of Recent Trip to Africa in New Book
“It is a valuable book.” READ MORE
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Pope Francis believes witnessing in times of persecution “can bear much fruit for the faith”.
The Christian “is by nature one who preaches and bears witness to Jesus. READ MORE
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Dr. Jennifer Roback Morse: I will not share a virtual stage with E. Michael Jones
Morse considers E. Michael Jones’ recent work as “poisonous.” READ MORE
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Pope Francis: Jesus is Found in the Community of the Catholic Church
Despite its failures and imperfection, within the community of the Church is where one finds Jesus. READ MORE
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Pope Francis: Gender Ideology is ‘One of the Most Dangerous Ideological Colonizations’ Today
‘The question of gender is diluting the differences and making the world the same, all dull, all alike, and that… READ MORE
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A Memo to the German Bishops
Strong words from Pope Francis were met not with filial obedience, but with criticism from the president of the German… READ MORE
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Pelosi’s Communion Stunt At The Vatican
Pelosi waiting in line to receive Communion is akin to a murderer waiting in line to pay his respects to… READ MORE
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Cardinal Zen’s Arrest Will Test the Vatican’s Agreement With Communist China
The bishop emeritus of Hong Kong was arrested with four others Wednesday for ‘collusion with foreign forces’ and has since… READ MORE
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Christian Convert Assassinated in Iraq Following TikTok Video
20-year-old Convert was the Daughter of Muslim Clergy READ MORE
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The Kirill Question
How should Pope Francis and the Holy See deal with the head of the Russian Orthodox Church? READ MORE
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