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The Polish Shrine of Divine Mercy: St John Paul II to Francis

Jul 26, 2016

The devotion to 'Divine Mercy' has now spread right across the world. But it began as a very Polish one and at the end of July when Pope Francis trave
Msgr. Henry D'Souza: The Church and the world need the young

Jul 26, 2016

The talents of young people, their energy, their creativity and their leadership are needed. The "challenges" to be "joyful proclaimers" of the love of God and the Gospel, defenders of human life, promoting sustainable development, future leaders of ecclesial and social life and bearers of ethical values, capable of transforming the world.
My mother was advised to abort me, says Cardinal Burke in new book

Jul 26, 2016

The cardinal said the devil tries to sow doubt in Catholics' minds about defending human life publicly
Restoration on Church of the Nativity in Bethlehem reveals new findings and splendid mosaics

Jul 26, 2016

Work on transepts reveals mosaics hidden for centuries: Ascension of Christ with Mary, the apostles and angels, the incredulity of Saint Thomas, Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem, and fragments of the transfiguration scene. Artist’s name appears on a 12th century mosaic.
A patriarch on the borders

Jul 26, 2016

Patriarch al-Rahi’s visit to Qaa shows the sense of joint responsibility of Christian Churches in the Middle East. Careerism remains a temptation. The laity involved in politics is incoherent.
US prepares for World Youth Day

Jul 25, 2016

Young people across the US are preparing for the trip of a lifetime when they travel to World Youth Day in Krakow. Over 30,000 pilgrims from the United States alone have fully registered to travel to the event which will be presided over by Pope Francis.
Seven things you need to know about World Youth Day 2016

Jul 25, 2016

While the official opening of World Youth Day is still hours away, hundreds of thousands of pilgrims from around the world are already heating up their engines to take part in this huge youth encounter often referred to as the “Catholic Woodstock.”
Final preparations for WYD in Krakow

Jul 25, 2016

The final preparations are underway in Krakow for World Youth Day which begins on the 26th of July.
Film festival to mark Mother Teresa Canonization

Jul 25, 2016

Most films in the festival are documentaries.
Krakow, young people from all over the world and high alert for WYD

Jul 25, 2016

Young people from around the world, but also Poland’s security services are expectantly waiting for Pope Francis’ arrival in Krakow.