Good News•Local Church

Bell used in Paris Olympics to be part of Notre Dame Cathedral

The bell, which once marked the finish line for Olympic champions in the Stade de France, will soon find a new home within the hallowed walls of Notre Dame.

Aug 30, 2024 15:48

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Good News

This is what the face of Jesus would look like (according to Artificial Intelligence based on the Shroud of Turin)

This advanced AI-generated image adds a new layer to the ongoing quest to unravel the mysteries of the revered cloth that is believed to have wrapped Jesus’ body after the Crucifixion.

Aug 28, 2024 18:32

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Protection of vulnerable people

Emmaus Movement discloses allegations of sexual abuse against its late founder

During his later years, Abbé Pierre admitted in an interview to having committed «sins of the flesh,» though he did not explicitly acknowledge the abuses now being reported. This admission, coupled with his controversial views on celibacy and same-sex unions, adds layers of complexity to his legacy.

Jul 18, 2024 18:46

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Local Church•Persecuted Christians•Religious Freedom

Traditional Congregation Accused of “Brain Washing”: Superior Faces Prison

The MFND’s lawyer questioned the Constitutionality of the anti-sect laws and the dispositions against the “abuse of weakness.” The MFND has rejected the accusations, pointing out that the complainants have questionable antecedents and their testimonies are inconsistent.

Jul 18, 2024 06:38

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Cardinals and Bishops•Local Church•Vatican Diplomacy

Who is the person appointed bishop by the Pope who also becomes prince of a country?

The Bishop of Urgell is one of the two heads of state of the Principality of Andorra. This peculiarity dates back to the 11th century, when a feudatory distribution was established between two vassals of the Count of Urgell: the Bishop of Urgell and the Count of Caboet.

Jul 13, 2024 16:15

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Local Church

Fire in the French cathedral of Rouen: what happened?

he cathedral, currently undergoing restoration, saw its 151-meter spire catch fire, reportedly due to a welding spark igniting plastic sheeting covering the work area.

Jul 11, 2024 07:06

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Local Church

French sanctuary of Lourdes: new pronouncement by the bishop on Rupnik’s work

Bishop Advocates for Removal of Marko Rupnik’s Art in Lourdes Amid Abuse Allegations

Jul 02, 2024 17:19

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Local Church

Second Catholic bishop to be digitally impersonated for scams

Identity Fraud Scandal Involving Bishop of Urgell Reported to Catalonian Police

May 31, 2024 16:25

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Cardinals and Bishops•Local Church

Cardinal Marc Ouellet and Women’s Congregation Are Convicted in France for “Unjustified Dismissal” of a Nun

The Religious Community was sentenced to pay 182,400 euros for material damages and 10,000 euros for moral damage to the dismissed nun, in solidarity with Canadian Cardinal Marc Ouellet and the Apostolic Visitors of the Vatican, Jean-Charles Nault and Maylis Desjobert.

Apr 04, 2024 12:38

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Local Church

French police arrested Islamist who was going to attack Notre Dame cathedral

Paris’s focus as the host city for the Summer Olympics makes it attractive for potential attacks. Notre Dame Cathedral is an emblem of the city and of the Catholic religion, where Islamist radicals may attack, as they did in October 2020 at Nice Cathedral

Apr 04, 2024 02:02

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Bioethics•Local Church

France: after abortion in the Constitution, Macron now goes for active euthanasia in the country

The president explained that the law will allow the administration of the lethal substance to be carried out by the person themselves, a volunteer designated by them, or a medical professional in case the person cannot do it physically

Mar 24, 2024 13:27

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Good News•Woman

Vatican nun among the 50 most influential women according to Forbes

The Forbes «50 over 50: Europe, Middle East, and Africa 2024» list includes names of women whose work contributes to the development of science, the protection of human rights, the world of finance, fashion, and religion.

Jan 16, 2024 23:10

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