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Saudi King and Pope Discuss Need to Aid Families

November 6, 2007 | Leave a Comment

Also Talk of Peace Among Israelis and Palestinians
For the first time in history, a Saudi Arabian king visited a Pope today; the two discussed the need for collaboration among Christians, Muslims and Jews, especially in supporting the value of the family.
King Abdallah bin Abdulaziz Al Saud met with Benedict XVI today for about 30 minutes […]

Nov

6

Lone Catholic Convent Finds Its Place in Romania

November 6, 2007 | Leave a Comment

Benedictine Religious Praying for Unity
A small bell, a gift from Pope John Paul II, marks the passing of time in the first Catholic convent in the territory of the Romanian Orthodox Church. Mater Unitatis houses cloistered women religious in the town of Piatra Neant.
The bell was given to the Polish Pontiff in 2000 by the […]

Nov

6

North Dakota Extends “40 Days for Life” Effort

November 6, 2007 | Leave a Comment

Participants Decide to Keep Going With Campaign
Though the 40 Days for Life campaign ended Sunday in Fargo, participants have decided to extend it at least 10 more days, hoping their state will be the first to stop abortion-on-demand.
The campaign is an ecumenical effort of prayer, fasting, community outreach and 24-hours-a-day prayer vigils outside abortion facilities […]

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6

Saint Theophane Venard

November 6, 2007 | Leave a Comment

Even as a youngster this holy French priest dreamed of being a martyr. He went to study for the priesthood. Then he entered a college for missionaries in Paris, France. His family, whom he dearly loved, was greatly saddened to think that after he became a priest, he would leave them. Travel was not what […]