(OSV News) – Bishop Robert Barron said he is in “frank disagreement” with a section of a report from the Synod on Synodality indicating that scientific advances could prompt “rethinking” of the Church’s teaching on sexual morality. In an essay titled “My Experience of the Synod” published on November 21 on the website of Word on Fire, a … Read More about Bishop Barron criticises synod report’s suggestion scientific advances could shift Church morality teaching
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Christians from many denominations in colossal Signature Choir performance at Spark Arena
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The real bishop behind Les Misérables is on the path to sainthood
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Carvings of the wounded hands of Jesus shown in booklet
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VATICAN CITY (CNS) – Warning against a humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza and ongoing conflicts elsewhere, Pope Francis has called for a day of fasting, penance and prayer for peace in the world on October 27. “War does not solve any problems, it only sows death and destruction. It increases hatred, … Read More about Pope calls for world day of prayer for peace as catastrophe looms in Gaza
VATICAN CITY (CNS) – Pope Francis said a trip to his native Argentina remains on his schedule, and that he has been encouraged to travel through Oceania. Asked by an Argentine reporter what important trips remain pending in his pontificate, the Pope said “I would like to go” to Argentina … Read More about Pope Francis hints at Oceania tour
VATICAN CITY (CNS) – The Catholic Church’s highest ranking prelate in the Holy Land has offered his “absolute availability” to be exchanged for Israeli children taken hostage by Hamas. Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa, the Latin patriarch of Jerusalem, told reporters during an online meeting on October 16 that he is willing … Read More about Jerusalem cardinal offers himself in exchange for Israeli hostages
A dignified, poignant and beautiful liturgy was celebrated at St Michael’s church in Remuera on September 2 for those who had experienced the loss of a child. Those at the Mass were invited to place a white rose or other item like a sprig of rosemary before an icon of … Read More about Care and consolation Mass for Loss of a Child
VATICAN CITY (CNS) – St Thérèse of Lisieux, long one of Pope Francis’ favourite saints, teaches Christians “the little way” of love, self-giving, concern for others and complete trust in the mercy of God, the Pope said in a new document. “At a time when human beings are obsessed with … Read More about St Thérèse of Lisieux teaches simplicity, love, trust, Pope says in new document
VATICAN CITY (CNS) – Pope Francis condemned Hamas’ terrorist attacks on Israel and pleaded with the militants to free their hostages unharmed, but he also expressed concern about Israel’s tightening siege on Gaza and its impact on innocent civilians. “I continue to follow with sorrow and apprehension what is happening … Read More about Pope condemns terrorism, but expresses concern for Gaza civilians
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