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CNA Staff, Jun 15, 2020 / 11:40 am (CNA).- Cardinal George Pell told a group of Australian students that his Christian faith helped him persevere through his time in prison, and offered advice on how to overcome grief and stressful situations. Pell, in one of his first public appearances since his April release from prison,… Read More »

CNA Staff, Jun 15, 2020 / 10:30 am (CNA).- Bishops entrusted the Church in Poland to the Virgin Mary on Monday as they marked the centenary of the birth of St. John Paul II. The bishops made the act of entrustment June 15 at the Sanctuary of the Bernardine Fathers in Kalwaria Zebrzydowska, southern Poland. … Read More »

Rome Newsroom, Jun 15, 2020 / 10:00 am (CNA).- Cardinal Peter Turkson delivered face masks and care packages over the weekend to Romani families in need on the outskirts of Rome on behalf of Pope Francis. “We are here today to witness the support for all those who experience situations of suffering and vulnerability, and… Read More »

Vatican City, Jun 15, 2020 / 09:30 am (CNA).- The Vatican said Monday that officials had granted bail to the Italian businessman Gianluigi Torzi who was arrested as part of a financial investigation. Torzi played a central role in the controversial purchase of a London property development by the Secretariat of State.   “The Office… Read More »

Washington D.C., Jun 15, 2020 / 09:00 am (CNA).- The Supreme Court ruled on Monday that employers cannot fire workers because of their sexual orientation or self-determined gender identity, while dissenting justices opined the Court was legislating from the bench. Justice Neil Gorsuch wrote the majority opinion for the Court in a 6-3 decision, joined… Read More »

Minneapolis, Minn., Jun 14, 2020 / 12:00 pm (CNA).- When it’s time for camp this summer, Catholic youth around the country will listen to inspirational talks, make friends in small groups, and sing praise and worship music around a bonfire– all in their very own living room and backyard. In light of COVID-19 restrictions, many… Read More »

Vatican City, Jun 14, 2020 / 08:00 am (CNA).- Here is the full text of Pope Francis' Corpus Christi homily, delivered June 14 at the Basilica of St. Peter. “Remember all the way which the Lord your God has led you” (Deut 8:2). Today’s Scripture readings begin with this command of Moses: Remember! Shortly afterwards… Read More »

Vatican City, Jun 14, 2020 / 07:30 am (CNA).- Pope Francis expressed “great apprehension and sorrow” Sunday after eight mass graves were discovered in Libya amid the ongoing civil war. “I urge international bodies and those who have political and military responsibilities to recommence with conviction and resolve the search for a path towards an… Read More »

Santiago, Chile, Jun 14, 2020 / 04:06 am (CNA).- More than 30 organizations serving maternity and early childhood needs in Chile have come together to form an alliance to better meet the needs of women and children. Known as the Collaborative Network for Early Childhood Care, the non-profit network includes a total of 33 organizations,… Read More »

Vatican City, Jun 14, 2020 / 04:00 am (CNA).- Christ’s presence in the Eucharist heals wounds and transforms bitter negativity into the joy of Lord, Pope Francis said in his homily for the Solemnity of Corpus Christi Sunday. “The Eucharist brings us the Father’s faithful love, which heals our sense of being orphans. It gives… Read More »