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November 2016

November 1

Vatican cardinal explains limits of eucharistic sharing

November 1, 2016

MALMO, Sweden – The Catholic Church continues to insist that sharing the sacrament of Communion will be a sign that Christian churches have reconciled fully with one another, although in some pastoral situations, guests may be invited to the Eucharist, said Cardinal Kurt Koch.

Pope offers new Beatitudes for saints of a new age at Mass in Sweden

November 1, 2016

MALMO, Sweden – The saints are blessed because they were faithful and meek and cared for others, Pope Francis said.

Maronite patriarch hopes election of Lebanese president speeds unity

November 1, 2016

BEIRUT – Cardinal Bechara Rai, patriarch of Maronite Catholics, welcomed the election of a new Lebanese president, ending a two-and-a-half-year power vacuum that had crippled the country's government institutions.

Catholic Church never likely to ordain women, Pope says

November 1, 2016

ABOARD THE PAPAL FLIGHT FROM SWEDEN – The Catholic Church insistence that it cannot ordain women to the priesthood and episcopacy is a teaching likely to last forever, Pope Francis said.

Pope signals importance of diplomacy with red hat for nuncio in Syria

November 1, 2016

VATICAN CITY – As nuncio to Syria, Cardinal-designate Mario Zenari resides in Damascus. Even though the city does not come under attack as much as Aleppo, there are constant mortar attacks, and it makes him think of the nation's children.

November 2

Women’s summit aims to close the gender gap in politics

November 2, 2016

King’s University College is hoping to lead the way in encouraging young women to get more involved in the political system.

‘Freedom of conscience’ a must, says doctor

November 2, 2016

TORONTO – It’s rare for an hour-long, academic lecture to get a standing ovation, but Dr. Ewan Goligher earned thunderous applause from about 100 people who turned up on a cold, rainy night to hear his defence of medical conscience.

Catholics voters lean heavily toward Clinton

November 2, 2016

WASHINGTON – Catholics, often important swing voters in U.S. elections, are throwing their weight behind Democrat Hillary Clinton.

In a ‘dispiriting’ political climate Americans urged to vote carefully

November 2, 2016

American voters are being encouraged by their bishops to weigh the issues and candidates carefully as the United States goes to the polls Nov. 8 following a bitter and divisive presidential election campaign.

Most organ trafficking in Mozambique due to witchcraft, nun says

November 2, 2016

VATICAN CITY – Mozambique is plagued by trafficking in human organs and witchcraft is to blame, said a religious sister working in the country.

Iowa bishop says diocese stands 'in solidarity' with local police after shooting

November 2, 2016

DES MOINES, Iowa – In response to the fatal shootings Nov. 2 of two police officers, Bishop Richard E. Pates of Des Moines said the diocese stands in solidarity with members of the local police force.

Crypt plans for St. Michael's Cathedral are put on hold

November 2, 2016

TORONTO – A plan to start interring cremated remains in the crypts beneath the renovated St. Michael’s Cathedral is on hold as the Archdiocese of Toronto sorts through a host of issues.

Cross-country trek behind a shopping cart raises awareness for homeless youth

November 2, 2016

HAMILTON, ONT. – Joe Roberts knows what it’s like to be young and homeless in Canada, which is why is he pushing for change. Literally.

Cubs chaplain cares for ‘spiritual needs’ of players

November 2, 2016

CHICAGO – When Fr. Burke Masters accepted God’s call to become a priest, he thought he was giving up baseball forever.

Alberta shows more environmental leadership in the spirit of 'Laudato Si’

November 2, 2016

ST. ALBERT, Alta. – Until a year and a half ago, Alberta was “ground zero” for lack of trust in protecting the environment, says Andrew Read of the environmentalist Pembina Institute.

November 3

Cardus selects cabinet to mark Canada’s 150th

November 3, 2016

OTTAWA – The role of faith will not be left behind as Canada marks its 150th birthday in 2017.

‘Great surprise’ funds much-needed renovations in convent chapel

November 3, 2016

Inside the sealed envelope, the instructions from the mystery donor were clear.

Cue the ‘War on Christmas’: Starbucks has a new cup

November 3, 2016

Yes, Virginia, there are people brandishing pitchforks because the new Starbucks cup is green and doesn’t have a snowflake.

Canada’s assisted suicide law moving swiftly, symposium told

November 3, 2016

WINDSOR, Ont. – Opponents of assisted suicide face “significant challenges” following the Canadian government’s official endorsement of medically-aided death in legislation enacted last June, a symposium was told.

Weigel warns against the forces fighting faith

November 3, 2016

George Weigel might just be the most important lay Catholic at work today. The American writer’s books, essays, newspaper columns and lectures address the importance of defending the Catholic faith, and religion in general, from the assault of radical secularism.