Papal Trip Off to A Triumphant Start
By Susan Brinkmann, OCDS
Staff Journalist
In spite of months of papal-bashing preceding the Pope's historic visit to the UK, his arrival in Scotland was greeted by thousands of cheering Catholics.
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Pope's Detractors Have No Room to Talk
Pope's Detractors Have No Room to Talk
Commentary by Susan Brinkmann, OCDS
Staff Journalist
Pope Benedict XVI will land in the controversy-torn UK today for a four day state visit to a nation that has been bitterly divided over his trip, thanks to a hostile secular press and a variety of protest groups.
Pope Says Church Must Reject "Alternative" Models of Married Life
By Susan Brinkmann, OCDS
Staff Journalist
In an address to the new German ambassador to the Holy See, Pope Benedict XVI said the Church cannot approve alternative models of married life, such as same-sex marriage and civil unions, and expressed his concern about increasing attempts to eliminate the Christian concept of marriage and family from society.
Pope Asks for Prayer for UK Trip
By Susan Brinkmann, OCDS
Staff Journalist
Pope Benedict XVI is calling upon the faithful to pray for his upcoming trip to the UK.
A Look Inside the Pope's "Time of Rest" at Castel Gandolfo
By Susan Brinkmann, OCDS
Staff Journalist
A new video from the Vatican Television Center reveals an intimate glimpse into the Holy Father's summer "rest" in Castel Gandolfo.
Muslim Extremists Threaten to Confront Pope During Upcoming UK Trip
By Susan Brinkmann, OCDS
Staff Journalist
Threats by Muslim extremists in the UK to infiltrate the Pope's open air Mass scheduled to take place in Birmingham during his upcoming visit have officials concerned for his safety.
Pope: Sin, Satan and Heresy at Root of Abuse Scandal
By Susan Brinkmann, OCDS
Staff Journalist
Speaking to nearly 15,000 priests at the closing Mass of the Vatican’s Year for Priests in Rome on Friday, Pope Benedict XVI said that sin, satanic influence and the toleration of heresy are at the root of the sex abuse scandal.
Papal Physician: Pope John Paul II Refused All Pain Medication
By Susan Brinkmann, OCDS
Staff Journalist
The physician who treated Pope John Paul II throughout his life said the dying pontiff refused all pain medication and, at the end of his life, abandoned himself completely to Mary.
Police Foil Plot to Kill Pope
By Susan Brinkmann, OCDS
Staff Journalist
Italian authorities have deported two Moroccan students who were plotting to kill Pope Benedict XVI during his recent visit to Turin.
Pope Consecrates Priests to Immaculate Heart of Mary
By Susan Brinkmann, OCDS
Staff Journalist
Amidst thousands chanting “Viva o Papa” as he arrived for an historic visit to Fatima yesterday, Pope Benedict XVI used the occasion to consecrate the world’s priests to the Immaculate Heart of Mary.
