Reliable sources say Pope Francis may make his first visit to the United States in 2015 when he joins the World Meeting of Families which will be held in Philadelphia in September of that year.
Category Archives: Church news
Vatican Confronts Gay Lobby Accusations
In response to repeated claims by Swiss guards that a “gay lobby” exists in the Vatican, deputy Secretary of State Archbishop Angelo Becciu went on the record to request that the accusers provide the names of those who are involved in the lobby.
Author Penny Lord Has Passed Away
Well-known Catholic author and EWTN star Penny Lord passed away on January 21 after a long illness.
Cardinal-Elect Speaks Bluntly About Homosexuality
Archbishop Fernando Sebastian Aguilar, who is one of 19 prelates chosen by Pope Francis to become a cardinal next month, believes homosexuality is a defect that can be corrected with the right treatment.
Medjugorje Commission Submits Findings to Vatican
The commission charged with the investigation of the alleged apparitions occurring in Medjugorje has completed its work and has submitted their findings to the Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith.
Christian Persecution to Increase in 2014
An organization devoted to helping embattled Christians around the world says persecution is expected to continue to rise in 2014 unless world governments do more to stop it.
Priest Murdered in California Rectory
Police in Eureka, California have arrested a suspect in the murder of the beloved pastor of St. Bernard’s Church who was found murdered in the parish rectory on New Year’s morning.
Bishops Ask Obama for Mandate Reprieve
Saudis Buy Bottles of Christian Blood for $100K
A courageous German nun recently gave a riveting presentation in which she revealed the grisly details of the independent investigation she did of the treatment of Christians in Syria, including the bottling of their blood for sale.
37 Christians Killed on Christmas Day
The sad tradition of holiday attacks on Christians around the world continued again this year as 37 Christians lost their lives in Iraq in three separate bombings on Christmas day, while Pope Francis implored the world to pray for those who are being persecuted for their faith.
