Gabriel Rentaria was 7 years old when he started using a gun. Never to kill, he said, just to scare people. But he saw people – enemies and friends – fall dead “in my face,” he recalled.
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Council of Cardinals Expresses ‘Full Solidarity’ with Holy Father
Members of Pope Francis’ international Council of Cardinals expressed “full solidarity” with him in the midst of questions about his handling of the clerical sexual abuse scandal and said the Vatican is planning a response to allegations made against him by a former nuncio.
European Bishops Show Support for Pope Francis
Bishops in several European countries issued statements urging Catholics to support Pope Francis in response to a former papal nuncio’s demand for his resignation.
Path to Sainthood Begins for Roman Woman Who Died for Her Child
In a Sept. 9 statement, the diocese of Rome announced the start of the beatification and canonization process for an Italian woman who refused cancer treatment so as not to jeopardize her pregnancy.
Pope to Bishops: When Satan Attacks, Pray
Bishops must remember, particularly when under attack, that their role is to pray, be humble in knowing God chose them and remain close to the people, Pope Francis said in a morning homily Sept. 11.
Pope Advises Teachers They Need to Build Parents’ Trust
Without respectfully collaborating with teachers and schools, parents will risk being on their own when it comes to educating their children and be at a greater disadvantage for facing the challenges emerging from today’s culture, mass media and technology, Pope Francis said.
Companions on Camino Move From Brokenness to Brotherhood
Mark Peredo knew he had to do something drastic. His 27-day, 600-mile walking pilgrimage across the Camino in France and Spain in late 2016, left him with a lingering combination of anger and brokenness.
Pope Calls World Meeting of Bishops’ Leaders on Abuse Prevention
Pope Francis is calling the presidents of every Catholic bishops’ conference in the world to Rome Feb. 21-24 to discuss the prevention of the abuse of minors and vulnerable adults.
Church Has Key Role in Colombian Reconciliation
A year after Pope Francis urged Colombians to build unity and a nation for all after more than half a century of conflict, the country’s Catholic Church continues to play a key role in the quest for reconciliation.
Cloud of Sexual Abuse Could Overshadow Youth Synod
Amidst a growing clerical sexual abuse crisis, questions have arisen as to how it will impact an upcoming summit of bishops to be held in Rome in October.