he Vatican has put to rest rumors that Blessed Teresa of Calcutta will be canonized at some time during the Holy Year of Mercy, saying only that the Pope still needs to approve a miracle attributed to her intercession.
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Bishops Release New Pastoral Response to Pornography
Bishop Richard J. Malone of Buffalo, chairman of the USCCB’s Committee on Laity, Marriage, Family and Youth
One of the many fruits of the Fall General Assembly of the U.S. bishops in Baltimore is a newly approved statement on pornography that examines its effects on men, women, marriages and families and provides catechesis as well as words of hope and encouragement to those who are struggling with pornography use or are trying to help loved ones escape the grips of this modern-day scourge.
Bishop Shuts Down Confusing Church Sign
SS. Columba-Bridgid Parish
A Catholic church in Buffalo has been ordered by the bishop to remove a sign posted on its marquee saying that “Jesus had 2 dads and he turned out just fine” after receiving complaints from parishioners.
Pope Calls Leaking of Documents a Crime
Pope Francis said the recent stealing and leaking of confidential documents from the Holy See was not only a “sad event” – it was also a crime.
Two Arrested for Vatican Leaks
Two former members of a Vatican commission were taken into custody this past weekend for leaking confidential information about Pope Francis’ pontificate which will be published in two soon-to-be released books.
Another Episode of “What Did the Pope Really Say?”
Eugenio Scalfari
Commentary by Susan Brinkmann, OCDS
Get ready for another episode of “What did the Pope really say?” after the media once again (mis)quotes Pope Francis and claims that he told an Italian journalist that “all the divorced who ask will be admitted” to Communion.
Synod Affirms Church Teaching on Family
The Synod of Bishops on the Family closed yesterday after delegates reached a two-thirds majority vote on a final document that affirms Church teaching on all aspects of the family, including the denial of communion for the divorced and remarried and opposition to same-sex marriage.
Synod Moves Into Most Difficult Phase
Some of the thorniest issues relating to the human family have been discussed by the small working groups of the Synod over the past two weeks – now the time has come to find a consensus with which to move forward.
Powerful Testimonies Heard in Synod
Interventions voiced by auditors of the Synod on the Family – delegates who participate in discussions but do not vote – gave a powerful glimpse into the families of the world – their hopes, their dreams, their failings and their triumphs.
Pope Connected with Mainstream Americans during US Visit
A new poll has found that Americans are embracing Pope Francis, not only in terms of their opinion of him, but because they agree with him on a host of issues, even those deemed “controversial” by the liberal media.
