Pope Benedict XVI’s message for World Communications Day calls upon the faithful to take a break from constant tweeting, Googling and Facebooking in order to listen to others and understand ourselves better.
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Pope Rebukes Obama’s Hostility Toward Religion
While addressing a group of U.S. bishops this week, Pope Benedict XVI noted that Obama administration policies have contributed to a national environment that has become “increasingly hostile to Christianity.”
Pope Speaks Out on Youth, Families, Christian Persecution and Faltering Economies
In his traditional New Year’s address to the Holy See diplomatic corps, Pope Benedict XVI presented an overview of the state of the world, pointing out both problems and encouraging signs in a variety of areas.
Pope Benedict XVI on the Origin and Meaning of Christmas
It was about this time last year when Pope Benedict XVI gave a brilliant reflection on the history and meaning of Christmas, saying that only those who welcome Jesus with a child’s heart can recognize “the Lord in the Child” who comes to us on Christmas Day.
Pope Enters Culture War by Supporting Suspended Teacher
An Italian primary school teacher who was suspended after her lesson good and evil left a class in tears has won the support of Pope Benedict XVI.
Pope Benedict’s Three Christmas Wishes
Just before lighting the largest Christmas tree in the world, Pope Benedict XVI expressed his three wishes for Christmas, all of which can only come true if we take our Holy Father’s advice!
The Immaculate Conception and Purity of Heart
During a general audience on the vigil of the Feast of the Immaculate Conception, Pope Benedict XVI e talked about the significance of the feast and why it is so important to be pure of heart.
Pope Exhorts Faithful to be “True Guardians of Life and Creation”
On the same day that representatives from over 190 countries met in South Africa to tackle the issue of climate change, Pope Benedict XVI addressed a group of Italian teenagers, urging them – and all of the faithful – to be “true guardians of life and creation”.
Vatican to Take Legal Action against Benetton
A communique released today from the Vatican Secretariat of State indicates that the Vatican is pursing legal action to stop the promulgation of an offensive portrayal of Pope Benedict XVI in a global advertising campaign launched by Italian clothing giant, Benetton.
Pope Suffering from Degenerative Joint Disease
Pope Benedict XVI, who has begun to use a mobile platform instead of walking down the central aisle of St. Peter’s Basilica, has been diagnosed with a degenerative joint disease.
