Global Church News

Bishops find hope for religious dialogue at Palestinian university

Sep 29, 2014

Reflecting on their recent pilgrimage to the Holy Land, U.S. bishops have cited relationships there between Christian and Muslim students as a sign of hope for peace in the region.
Bishop, canonist: Gay unions among sins barring Communion

Sep 26, 2014

The denial of Holy Communion to a same-sex couple who obtained a marriage license is in line with broader Church teaching on public grave sin and the Eucharist, explained a prominent canon lawyer.
Pope removes Paraguayan bishop from governance of diocese

Sep 26, 2014

Pope Francis on Thursday removed Bishop Rogelio Livieres Plano from governance of the Diocese of of Ciudad del Este, in eastern Paraguay, following an apostolic visitation of the diocese which took place in July.
Indian migrants in Holy Land unite to celebrate Marian feast

Sep 25, 2014

Thousands of Indian migrants and other pilgrims in the Holy Land celebrated a special Marian feast day with displays of prayer, devotion and unity.
US bishops invite faithful to pray for family synod

Sep 25, 2014

The U.S. bishops have asked Catholics to take part in a worldwide day of prayer on Sept. 28 for the upcoming Synod of Bishops on the Family.
'You are not alone': Social media campaign supports persecuted Christians

Sep 24, 2014

Thousands of believers have come together to offer support for persecuted Christians in the Middle East, inspired by the words of Cardinal Fernando Filoni, the personal envoy of Pope Francis to Iraq.
Pope praises brotherhood forged among Albania's religions

Sep 23, 2014

Pope Francis on the return flight from Albania praised the country for its youth and its “higher culture” that is “capable of building brotherhood” among Christians and Muslims.
Pope's Albania visit prompts long-awaited facelift for Tirana square

Sep 21, 2014

Pope Francis has worked a small miracle in Albania even before his arrival here on Sunday -- spurring bitter political foes to join forces to spruce up the rundown square where he will celebrate Mass.
World Youth Day organizer named as next Sydney archbishop

Sep 19, 2014

Pope Francis has named the next Archbishop of Sydney: Parramatta Bishop Anthony Fisher, O.P., a Sydney native and a lead organizer for the 2008 World Youth Day in Australia.
Catholic women's conference refreshes moms, forges friendships

Sep 19, 2014

A pair of Catholic authors has found a new way to give mothers some time off while helping break the social isolation that can sometimes come with modern parenting: throw a weekend-long party just for moms.