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Pope tells Bishops of Portugal to be “first evangelizers.”
At a meeting at Fatima’s “Casa Nossa Senhora do Carmo” today, Pope Benedict encouraged his brother bishops to be “first evangelizers.” This role calls on Bishops to: … understand the diverse social and...
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Quebec Bishops speak out against Euthanasia
The ‘Right to Die with Dignity’ issue regarding euthanasia and assisted suicide has created much debate and division in Canada. The province of Quebec began its public hearings earlier in September....
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Head of Vatican’s culture council to address Canadian Bishops
When the Canadian bishops gather for their annual plenary assembly, it’s fair to say that they’re not overwhelmed with requests for media accreditation. The discussion topics, be they administrative or...
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Synod: Final suggestions for the Holy Father
After two weeks of speeches, discussion, study and prayer, the Synod of Bishops on the Middle East came to a close. The last order of business was to had over to the Holy Father a list of...
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New Evangelization focus of next Synod of Bishops
On Sunday Pope Benedict XVI celebrated the closing Mass of the Synod of Bishops for the Middle East. During his homily he announced the theme of the next Synod of Bishops, in 2012. That Synod will be...
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Popular Piety in Canada
There has been a tremendous outpouring of love for Saint André of Montreal over the last few weeks. That shouldn’t be too much of a surprise — at least in light of a recently released document on...
View ArticleCNS Vatican Report: Wrapping up the Synod of Bishops
The Synod of Bishops for the Middle East came to a conclusion last Sunday. Catholic News Service’s, Cindy Wooden and John Thavis offer a wrap-up on some of the issues that were discussed. To download...
View ArticleCNS Video: New USCCB President explains break with tradition
There are few better stewards of tradition than the Catholic Church. Even in matters unrelated to faith, morals or liturgy, precedence isn’t taken lightly. One example has been the practice of electing...
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Recognizing Agnus Dei, Agna Dei and Martyrdom — A Biblical Reflection for the...
In today’s Gospel passage (John 1:29-34), the figure of John the Baptist appears once again almost as if to send us back to Advent…to look carefully at the evidence of the Baptizer and of Jesus, and to...
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Thinking About Chastity
Just the other night I was with friends and ended up having a conversation about… guess what? Chastity! Well, love, marriage, sex and relationships. One of my friends explained that he didn’t want to...
View ArticleBishops issue urgent appeal to save Afghan Christian
On New Year’s Day, Pope Benedict dedicated his message for the World Day of Peace to the cause of religious freedom. In his message, the Holy Father made headlines with his assertion that “Christians...
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Bishops appoint René Laprise as media relations director
Mr. René Laprise has been appointed Director of Media Relations for the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops. Mr. Laprise, who has acted as director of communications for the Archdiocese of Gatineau...
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On the event not approved by WYD Madrid
The business of being Church is not an easy one. I discovered this while working for the WYD2002 office. I have said on numerous occasions that this amazing experience was a great blessing for me and...
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WYD – Catechesis sessions in Madrid
You can now visit the Madrid11 website and look for all the locations for the catechesis sessions. The catechesis sessions traditionally take place from the Wednesday to Friday of WYD. In Madrid they...
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S+L Radio goes to the bishops’ plenary
Canadian Bishops gather every year for their annual Plenary Assembly. This week, on a special edition of S+L Radio, we travel to the bishops’ plenary in Cornwall, Ontario and learn what they’ve been...
View ArticlePerspectives Daily – Tuesday, Nov. 1
Tonight on Perspectives: Find out which Canadians are visiting the Vatican this month. Plus, there’s good news for Canadians living on the east coast.
View ArticleDaily Perspectives – Thursday, Nov. 3
Tonight on Perspectives: The Holy Father presides over a solemn liturgy for cardinals and bishops who have died in the course of the year and we introduce you to the world of creche.
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What would you ask the Pope?
In the course of history, Popes have not been known for hosting press conferences. But on special occasions, such as apostolic voyages, Pope Benedict takes the time and effort to answer some of the...
View ArticleBenedict in Benin: Day 2 Recap
Smiles, cheers, waves and speeches! That’s the kind of day it’s been for Pope Benedict XVI and Vatican officials as day 2 of his apostolic voyage to Benin comes to a close. The Holy Father made his...
View ArticlePerspectives Daily – Wednesday, Jan. 18
Tonight on Perspecitves: Pope Benedict explains exactly what the week for Christian Unity is all about, a Vatican official calls for the release of Chinese bishops and priests who have been detained...
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