Mags GarganRedemptorists in Belfast and Limerick report large crowds
Month: June 2014
A fresh look at Benedict’s valuable gift
Caritas in Veritate remains a crucial document
Pope condemns mafia and says members are excommunicated
In the stronghold of an Italian crime syndicate believed to be richer and more powerful than the Sicilian Mafia, Pope Francis said, “Those who follow the path of evil, like the mafiosi do, are not in communion with God; they are excommunicated!” During a Mass June 21 in the southern region of Calabria, Pope Francis…
Mary McAleeses’ insult to the Church
Paul KeenanDear Editor, I write to express my disgust at the latest vicious and crass attack on the Church by the former president, Mary McAleese. By calling the Pope and the Synod of Bishops who will be discussing family issues in the autumn “bonkers” Mrs McAleese is insulting all Catholics. It’s clear that she doesn’t really…
Buddhist militants threaten Burma’s reform process
An emerging nationalism undermines religious freedom
Disputed Chinese cross finally demolished
Pre-dawn raid sees cross removed
Aleppo churches, mosques uncap wells amid siege
Citizens run risk of infection amid siege
Theologians accept Fulton Sheen miracle
Late archbishop a step closer to beatification
Quotes of the Week June 26
“It is time the Catholic bishops took a strong stand against clergy abuse within the Church, sent a clear message about the responsibility of all its religious to report such crimes to police and extended to victims and their families every possible support and redress.” Former New South Wales premier, Barry O’Farrell reacts to the…
Malaysia court outlaws Christian use of ‘Allah’
Legal battle ends with Appeals Court ruling