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25 years ago, a Franciscan sister installed internet in the Vatican

Articles People and History Vatican

January 23, 2021

25 years ago, a Franciscan sister installed internet in the Vatican

The American nun was originally charged with "taking care of the computers." In the early 1990s, an American Franciscan, Sr. Judith Zoebelein, was entrusted by Pope John Paul II…

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Articles Prayers Prayers to Jesus Vatican

January 23, 2021

Pope Benedict XVI’s prayer for the protection of life in the womb

The pontiff prayed in 2010, "Reawaken in us respect for every unborn life." In 2010, Pope Benedict XVI inaugurated a special prayer vigil at the beginning of Advent for the…

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Pakistani Catholic family fights against forced conversion of their daughter

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January 21, 2021

Pakistani Catholic family fights against forced conversion of their daughter

Thirteen-year-old Arzoo Raja's father talks to Aid to the Church in Need about his family's struggle. One of the biggest stories in Pakistan in 2020 was that of Arzoo…

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What would make God's call easier to hear and follow? Pope explains

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January 19, 2021

What would make God’s call easier to hear and follow? Pope explains

There are 3 main calls that God makes to each of us, but he calls always, and behind every call is love, says Pope Francis. Pope Francis pointed out…

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John Paul II's "litany of peace" urges everyone to choose peace

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January 19, 2021

John Paul II’s “litany of peace” urges everyone to choose peace

At the very beginning on his pontificate, St. John Paul II explained how every group of people needs to be committed to peace. St. John Paul II lived through…

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Pope: MLK's dream ever timely in world facing increasing challenges of division

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January 19, 2021

Pope: MLK’s dream ever timely in world facing increasing challenges of division

Francis sent a letter to US event commemorating the life and legacy of civil rights leader. In a letter to a commemorative event observing the life and legacy of Martin Luther…

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Vatican: Imposition of ashes on Ash Wednesday without contact

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January 17, 2021

Vatican: Imposition of ashes on Ash Wednesday without contact

Liturgy dicastery says that the ashes should be sprinkled on the heads of the faithful, and in silence. For Ash Wednesday on February 17, priests or designated ministers should…

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Turn to Mary when Satan appears to have the upper hand

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January 17, 2021

Turn to Mary when Satan appears to have the upper hand

Pope Benedict XVI pointed out how the book of Genesis reminds us to turn to Mary in our times of need. When the world is in disarray and it…

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St. John Paul II's formula for defeating evil in the world

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January 15, 2021

St. John Paul II’s formula for defeating evil in the world

He firmly believed that evil and violence in the world could only be defeated with goodness. It is tempting to “fight fire with fire,” especially when dealing with violence…

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Entrust world peace to Mary, Queen of Peace

Articles Prayers Prayers to Mary Vatican

January 13, 2021

Entrust world peace to Mary, Queen of Peace

Pope Benedict XVI offered a beautiful prayer in 2007 that began the year by entrusting world peace to Mary. The Church starts off the year with a World Day of…

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Benedict XVI will be among first at Vatican to get Covid vaccine

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January 13, 2021

Benedict XVI will be among first at Vatican to get Covid vaccine

Archbishop Georg Gänswein and rest of Mater Ecclesiae community will also get it. According to CNA Deutsch, Catholic News Agency’s German-language news partner, Benedict XVI will be among the first…

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Saints who brought the faith to their parents

Articles Life of Saints Vatican

December 20, 2020

Saints who brought the faith to their parents

Yes, usually it's parents who pass the faith on to their children. But not always! As families gather around the world (virtually or physically) to celebrate the birth of…

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5-year-old walks 10 km with prostheses and raises $1 million

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December 17, 2020

5-year-old walks 10 km with prostheses and raises $1 million

This extraordinary little boy's courage and commitment is drawing international acclaim. As the year draws to a close, it’s good to look back on moments of triumph and hope…

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A Christmas miracle baby is born in Lebanon

Articles Middle East News

December 16, 2020

A Christmas miracle baby is born in Lebanon

“I say to our child again and again, ‘You are alive because Christ has saved you. Your mother and I were both injured, but you didn’t receive a scratch. Never…

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A beautiful prayer to St. Joseph in this his year: "To you, O blessed Joseph"

Articles Exhortations Prayers Prayers to Jesus Prayers to Saints Prayers to St Joseph Vatican

December 16, 2020

A beautiful prayer to St. Joseph in this his year: “To you, O blessed Joseph”

Pope Leo XIII in 1889 suggested that it be added to the end of the Rosary, especially in October. In this Year of St. Joseph called by Pope Francis,…

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Articles News Vatican

December 13, 2020

Pope’s Christmas Eve Mass will be early enough to make it home for curfew

The December 24 Vigil Mass hasn't been at midnight since Benedict XVI's days, but this year it will be at 7:30. The pope’s Christmas Night Mass has been moved…

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