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Irish Soon to Publish New Report on Catholic Abuse

DUBLIN -- A judge cleared the way Friday for Ireland to publish a new report into decades of Catholic Church cover-ups of child abuse - and how a Cork bishop kept crimes in his diocese secret long after the Irish church issued orders to start telling police. Dublin High Court Justice Nicholas Kearns ruled that only one...

Friend the Pope? John Paul II Gets Facebook Page

VATICAN CITY -- The Vatican will unveil the latest installment in its social media transformation this week -- a Facebook page dedicated to the upcoming beatification of Pope John Paul II, officials said. The site, which will link to video highlights of John Paul's 27-year papacy, is designed to promote the May 1...

Philadelphia Cardinal's Apology Not Enough, Advocates Say

As Philadelphia-area parishioners began to learn the names of the 21 Catholic priests suspended in connection with alleged child sexual abuse, advocates for victims criticized the archbishop's plea for forgiveness and handling of the scandal. Cardinal Justin Rigali asked a capacity crowd at Philadelphia's Cathedral...

Philadelphia Archdiocese Accused of Covering Up Sex Abuse [VIDEO]

Lent 2011: Twitter Giving Up Twitter and Cupcakes

Cookies, McDonald's breakfast and non-weekend beers: These are just a sampling of the many indulgences that Twitter users will be abstaining from tomorrow through Easter when Ash Wednesday brings in the season of Lent. Since Catholics are encouraged to make a sacrifice for Lent, emulating the 40 days of prayer and fasting...

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Pope And Top Aide Display Unity Amid Scandal

Pope Benedict and his deputy, Cardinal Tarcisio Bertone, regarded as the chief target of a campaign of leaks, appeared side by side on Friday at the start of a visit to Milan that is unlikely to provide much respite from the scandal.

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The Vatican's Long History Of Intrigue And Controversy

VATICAN CITY, June 1 (Reuters) - Pope Benedict is fighting the worst crisis of his papacy, but his problems are only the latest in a long history of controversies and intrigue in the headquarters of the Roman Catholic Church.

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Italian Journalist Defends Vatican Leaks

ROME, May 30 (Reuters) - An Italian journalist behind a leaks scandal shaking the Roman Catholic Church denies Vatican accusations he is a criminal and says he was only doing his duty to uncover the truth.

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Catholic Bishops Differ On Religious Liberty Tactics

In comments made to Kevin Clarke at America magazine , Bishop Stephen Blaire of Stockton, with carefully selected words and a persuasive and important argument, explained his differences of opinion with some of his brother bishops regarding the best way to address the religious liberty concerns the bishops all share.

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Vatican Details Rules On What Constitutes An Authentic Virgin Mary Sighting

The Vatican has published rules to evaluate the authenticity of the dozens of apparitions of the Virgin Mary reported each year.

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06/01/12 Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish Fiesta is set for June... Source: NJ.com Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish, 1571 Martine Ave. in Scotch Plains, invites parishioners and the community to its annual Family Fiesta, on Saturday, June 16, (rain or shine) on the church grounds.
06/01/12 Pope plans trip to Rio de Janeiro for 2013 World Youth... Source: Catholic World News Pope Benedict XVI plans to travel to Brazil for World Youth Day in July 2013, a Church official in Rio de Janeiro has announced.
06/01/12 Vatican has long history of intrigue and controversy Source: The Oregon Herald - Portland OR Pope Benedict is fighting the worst crisis of his papacy, but his problems are only the latest in a long history of controversies and intrigue in the headquarters of the Roman Catholic Church.
06/01/12 Parish festivals raise community spirit, funds Source: Catholic New World - Chicago IL L anding at Our Lady of the Snows, 4810 S. Leamington Ave., two years ago as the South Side parish's new pastor, Father Stan Rataj flashed a smile as he looked upon the church's oversized parking lot.
06/01/12 Pope tells families to spread gifts of love,... Source: Catholic News Service As tens of thousands of families from all over the world gathered for the World Meeting of Families, Pope Benedict XVI urged them to use their Christian values and strengths to help bring peace, joy and solidarity to everyone in their lives.