IMAGE: CNS photo/Debbie Hill By Judith Sudilovsky BEIT JALLA, West Bank (CNS) — Nicola Sansour’s voice had a tinge of sadness as he recounted how his family planned to celebrate Easter this year. They planned to attend Holy Week services … Continue reading
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Bishop says he believes Salesian priest kidnapped in Yemen is still alive
By Cindy Wooden VATICAN CITY (CNS) — The bishop who leads the apostolic vicariate that includes Yemen said he has “strong indications” that Salesian Father Tom Uzhunnalil “is still alive in the hands of his kidnappers.” Bishop Paul Hinder, head … Continue reading
Pope asks Pakistan government to ensure safety of Christians
IMAGE: CNS photo/Rahat Dar, EPA By Cindy Wooden VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Pope Francis appealed to the government of Pakistan to take steps to ensure the safety of the country’s Christians and other minorities the day after a terrorist bombing … Continue reading
Mother Angelica, founder of EWTN, dies after long illness
IMAGE: CNS photo/courtesy EWTN By BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (CNS) — Mother Angelica, who founded the Eternal Word Television Network and turned it into one of the world’s largest religious media operations, died March 27 at age 92. Feisty and outspoken, she … Continue reading
Reconcile with God, resurrect hope in others, pope urges at Easter
IMAGE: CNS/Paul Haring By Cindy Wooden and Junno Arocho Esteves VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Easter is a feast of hope, a celebration of God’s mercy and a call to pray for and assist all who suffer, Pope Francis said before … Continue reading
Franciscan sister says there was 'no limit' to Joe Garagiola's generosity
IMAGE: CNS photo/Rick Scuteri, Reuters By PHOENIX (CNS) — Baseball legend and popular sports broadcaster Joe Garagiola, who died March 23 at age 90, recounted in a Catholic News Service interview 20 years ago how St. Peter Mission School in … Continue reading
Vatican: Pope Benedict is frail, but his mind remains 'perfectly lucid'
IMAGE: CNS/EPA By Junno Arocho Esteves VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Although retired Pope Benedict XVI is growing more frail, there are no particular concerns or worries regarding his health, a Vatican spokesman said. Jesuit Father Federico Lombardi, the Vatican spokesman, … Continue reading
Pope to refugees: Despite differences, all people are God's children
By Junno Arocho Esteves ROME (CNS) — In a moving gesture of brotherhood and peace, Pope Francis washed the feet of several refugees, including Muslims, Hindus and Copts. Gestures, like Jesus washing the feet of his disciples, “speak louder than … Continue reading
Pope: Priests can be blinded by complex theology, 'bubbly' spirituality
IMAGE: CNS/Paul Haring By Junno Arocho Esteves VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Priests must identify with people who are excluded and not be blinded by complex theology, an excessively “bubbly” and watered-down spirituality, and worldliness that is more and more accessible … Continue reading
Amid prayer and fear, Muslim refugee family thanks pope for help
IMAGE: CNS/Paul Haring By Cindy Wooden ROME (CNS) — Walking in a crowded Rome neighborhood with his prayer beads wrapped around one hand, Hassan said, “You must write: Big thanks to the pope because he helps my kids — really.” … Continue reading
