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Papal Address to Catholic-Orthodox Commission

January 30, 2009 | Leave a Comment

Here is the address Benedict XVI gave today upon receiving in audience members of the Joint International Commission for Theological Dialogue between the Catholic Church and the Oriental Orthodox Churches.
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Dear brothers in Christ,
I extend a warm welcome to you, the members of the Joint International Commission for Theological Dialogue between [...]

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UK Not Saying “I Do” as Much Anymore

January 30, 2009 | Leave a Comment

The cost of living for married couples and the hefty price tag for weddings are just two possible reasons why the number of people who live as husband and wife in England and Wales could fall to less than half of the population, reports the Iona Institute of Dublin.
The institute, which works [...]

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Bishop Hermann: ‘I thought you should know’

January 30, 2009 | 1 Comment

By Bishop Robert J. Hermann, Archdiocesan Administrator
I was very edified this past Saturday to see the Cathedral almost filled for the Pro-Life Mass. Then to see such a large contingent, on a very cold day, make a pilgrimage to the abortion clinic, praying the Rosary for Life, was truly heartwarming.
At the very moment I am [...]

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Initiatives for Eightieth Anniversary of Vatican City State

January 30, 2009 | 1 Comment

A conference was held this morning in the Holy See Press Office, to present the initiatives planned to celebrate the 80th anniversary of the signing of the Lateran Pacts (11 February 1929) and the foundation of Vatican City State.
Participating in today’s press conference were Cardinal Giovanni Lajolo and Bishop Renato Boccardo, respectively president and [...]

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Benedict XVI’s Prayer Intentions for February

January 30, 2009 | Leave a Comment

Pope Benedict’s general prayer intention for February is: “That the pastors of the Church may always be docile to the action of the Holy Spirit in their teaching and in their service to God’s people”.
His mission intention is: “That the Church in Africa may find adequate ways and means to promote reconciliation, justice and [...]

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