Catholicism
Pentecost Sunday Holds Both Traditional and Modern Significance
Christians celebrate the gift of the Holy Spirit 50 days after Easter on the Pentecost. “They saw what seemed to be tongues of fire that separated…
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Pope Francis Breaks Tradition During Trip to Middle East
Pope Francis greets followers during a 2013 trip to Brazil. This past weekend, Pope Francis visited the Middle East to promote peace among Muslims, Jews and…
Christianity
Antonio Banderas Rumored to Play Pope Francis in Film ‘Call Me Francisco’
Antonio Banderas, one of Spain’s most famous actors, is in talks to star as Pope Francis in a new movie. Pope Francis has managed to capture…
Catholicism
Pope Francis to Visit the Middle East
Pope Francis is soon going to be visiting a variety of locations within the Middle East from May 24th until May 26th. His visit is not…
Catholicism
The Day of Four Popes: Popes John XXIII and John Paul II Become Newest Saints
Image by Luciano Castro and Giuseppe Rava via Rádio Vaticano – Programa Brasileiro An historic event occurred in Rome yesterday, April 27th, 2014, and we will…
Catholicism
Pope Francis Calls for Peace During Easter Address
In his latest speech, commemorating the Easter celebrations, Pope Francis took the opportunity to highlight some of the conflict that is happening around the world.
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Pope Francis Supports Vatican Bank
In an announcement last week, the papal office revealed Pope Francis will not close the troubled Vatican Bank. Also known as the Institute for Religious Works,…
Catholicism
Atlanta Archbishop to sell $2.2 million mansion after parishioners cry out
Archbishop Wilton Gregory, the Roman Catholic archbishop of Atlanta, Georgia stated Saturday that he will sell his $2.2 million mansion. This is in response to angry…
Catholicism
President Obama Meets Pope Francis for the First Time
President Obama met with Pope Francis at the Vatican last Thursday, March 27th. Obama considers himself a "great admirer" of the religious leader and finally got the…
Catholicism
One Year In: A look at Pope Francis’ First Year of Papacy [Interactive Timeline]
Pope Francis was involved with significant events during his first year of papacy and these events provided a powerful foundation for his future works in addition…
Catholicism
Pope Francis’ 2014 Schedule Will Keep Him Busy
As he starts his second papal year, Pope Francis has a full schedule that contains many highlights and important events for the Catholic Church.
Catholicism
Could the Catholic Church Support Civil Unions?
In a recent interview with Corriere della Sera, an Italian magazine, Pope Francis has indicated that one day the Catholic Church could support civil unions. The interview –…