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Missionary Pope Calls Catholics to Preach the Gospel and Bring all Nations to Jesus Watch

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"The mission ad gentes (to the gentiles, or unbelievers) should be, also today, the constant horizon and paradigm of every ecclesial ... continue reading


Portugal's black market goes mainstream

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It's tough times for businesses in Portugal. As the government struggles to keep its economy afloat, it has raised taxes and imposed ... continue reading



The recovery of Iceland -- slow going

Image of Icelanders are struggling to stay in their homes, but they also report they are happier, because they have more time with their families.

In 2009, thousands of Icelanders protested before that country's parliament building, calling upon the government to resign. The ... continue reading


Pope: Policies Which Undermine the Family Threaten The Future of Humanity Watch

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There is a movement in the West which I have labeled the homosexual equivalency movement. Their strongest opponent is now the Catholic ... continue reading


Pope Benedict: Young People Key to Overcoming the Global Crisis Watch

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The Pope said that openness to others, solidarity and the rule of law must be the fundamental values from which to approach the New Year ... continue reading


Church 'Sees Through the Fog': Abp Dolan Among 22 New Cardinals to Help Steer the Barque of Peter

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"Western civilization seems to have lost its way, it is sailing blind. But the Church, through the Word of God, sees through this fog" said ... continue reading



Lord, Come to Save Us! Pope Benedict XVI's Message to the Church and the World Watch

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On this Christmas 2011, let us then turn to the Child of Bethlehem, to the Son of the Virgin Mary, and say: "Come to save us!" Let us ... continue reading


Patriarch Kirill On Protests: 'We must live together, wearing the armor of God's truth' Watch

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Patriarch Kirill prays for social peace, "Let the Lord enlighten those who have different views, particularly on political issues in the ... continue reading


Pope's Last General Audience for 2011: Christmas Points Beyond Itself - Transcends Time Watch

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Christmas, and how we should celebrate the festive season, was at the heart of the Holy Father's catechesis this week as he appealed ... continue reading


Pope Asks: How Do we Proclaim the Gospel today? How Can Faith Become a Reality? Watch

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'The key theme of this year, and of the years ahead, is this: how do we proclaim the Gospel today? How can faith as a living force become a ... continue reading


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