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University of Notre Dame to cover historic Columbus murals described as ‘demeaning’

February 11, 2019

SOUTH BEND, Ind. – The University of Notre Dame has decided to keep famed explorer Christopher Columbus under wraps.

Agencies in urgent need of aid dollars for Venezuelan refugees

February 11, 2019

The $53 million Ottawa plans to spend on migrants, refugees and ordinary people suffering through economic breakdown in Venezuela could help cover an open wound of human suffering in neighbouring Brazilian towns that are hosting thousands of refugees.

French order clarifies Pope's remarks over its founder's abuse

February 11, 2019

VATICAN – The leaders of three branches of the French religious Community of St. John insist their order has enacted strong protections against clerical sexual abuse, including the abuse of its nuns by its priests and brothers.

Cardinal Müller is following the path of Martin Luther with new manifesto, Cardinal Kasper says

February 11, 2019

MUNICH, Germany – Cardinal Walter Kasper has released a criticism of Cardinal Gerhard Müller’s “Manifesto of Faith,” accusing it of containing half-truths and blanket statements that could lead to division and confusion in the Church.

Women religious organization in U.S. issues statement on abuse of sisters

February 11, 2019

WASHINGTON – Days after the Pope acknowledged abuse of nuns and sisters by priests and bishops, the largest U.S. organization of women religious thanked the pontiff for shedding "light on a reality that has been largely hidden from the public," but the group also called for measures to address the issue.

Maduro's call for Vatican mediation rejected by Venezuelan cardinal

February 8, 2019

MERIDA, Venezuela – The Archbishop of Merida has ruled out Vatican mediation of the Venezuelan crisis after president Nicolas Maduro made public a letter to Pope Francis requesting intervention.

Cardinal Müller warns against being silent, in error about Catholic faith in new manifesto

February 8, 2019

VATICAN – To keep silent about the truths of the Catholic faith or to teach the contrary is a form of religious deception that comes from the anti-Christ, said Cardinal Gerhard Muller.

Anti-natalist in India wants to sue parents for giving birth to him

February 8, 2019

MUMBAI, India – An Indian businessman has expressed his intention to sue his parents for giving him life without his permission.

Journalist highlights plight of Christian converts in Iran

February 8, 2019

OTTAWA – An increase in Muslims converting to Christianity has prompted a crackdown by Iran’s theocratic government, says Kiaa Aalipour a representative of Article18, a London-based NGO supporting persecuted Christians in Iran.

Nigerian bishops urge voters to pray, fast ahead of country's elections

February 8, 2019

LAGOS, Nigeria – Nigeria's Catholic bishops called on voters to prepare to cast their ballots in upcoming elections by reflecting, fasting and praying on how best the country's future can be served.