Although Israeli officials have publicly criticized the June arson attack that seriously damaged the Benedictine Church of the Multiplication in Tabgha, anti-Christian violence is not new, said a representative of the religious order.
International News
Trip Offers Insights on How to Greet the Pope
People make special preparations for welcoming a special guest, and watching what worked and did not work in Ecuador, Bolivia and Paraguay may help people preparing for Pope Francis’ visit to the U.S. in September.
Jesus’ Baptismal Site Is Declared Historic
UNESCO declared Bethany Beyond the Jordan, on the eastern side of the Jordan River, as a World Heritage site and the location of Jesus’ baptism.
Pope Urges Mayors to Fight Climate Change
After decades of world leaders trying to set global goals to address climate change and extreme poverty, city mayors gathered at the Vatican to pledge they will take real action.
Vatican Welcomes Nuclear Deal with Iran
VATICAN CITY (CNS) – The Holy See welcomed Iran’s historic nuclear deal and expressed hopes that more future breakthroughs be on the horizon on other issues.
Pope to Study Economy Before Coming to US
Before arriving in the U.S. in September, Pope Francis said, he will study American criticisms of his critiques of the global economy and finance.
Papal Visits Emphasize Poor, Forgotten
Pope Francis did not call for an end to capitalism, but for an end to selfishness, exclusion and an attitude that sees the “unproductive” – whether they are unemployed, elderly or the unborn – as disposable.
Freed Ukrainian Priest Enjoys New Freedom
Ukrainian priest wins battle over hate, anger after kidnapping. The priest recalled his 12 days in captivity and said it was worse emotionally than physically.
Document Will Guide Talks at Family Synod
A working document, intended to guide discussions at the Synod of Bishops in October, included wide array of issues affecting the family.
Support for Encyclical
Some 1,500 people marched to the Vatican in support of Pope Francis’ recent encyclical on the environment.