Pope’s Harsh and Scathing Words: “The German Experience Doesn’t Help. It’s Not a Synod or a Serious Synodal Path

Jan 28, 2023 19:41

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Slogans in the Synod: Reform Now! We are the Church and Women Fight for Their Rights. Photo: Synodal Weg

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Joe Biden Goes to the Vatican’s Nunciature in the US to Express Condolences on Benedict XVI’s Death

Biden claimed that Benedict XVI had “a more conservative view” on Catholicism.

Jan 08, 2023 17:10

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Dutch Bishops Remove Title “Catholic” from a University. Vatican Gives It Back

Founded in 1923 in Holland’s oldest city, the University was created by Catholics who wanted a University with that identity.

Dec 23, 2022 20:26

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Local Church•Protection of vulnerable people

Timeline of Investigations into Allegations Against Father Marko Rupnik

Two questions are involved: the absolution of an accomplice in a sin against the 6th Commandment (which implies excommunication for the confessor and the invalidity of the confession) and abuses against adult persons.

Dec 21, 2022 15:39

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Local Church•Protection of vulnerable people

Rupnik Case: Jesuits Invite to Denounce and Make Known Their Structure to Handle Complaints

“A few months ago, we established a team of people, women and men, from various disciplines and with a variety of expertise in dealing with these situations. They are available, and indeed have been, to listen, support and to help,” says Jesuit Johan Verschueren.

Dec 21, 2022 15:37

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Local Church•Protection of vulnerable people

In Regard to the Rupnik Case, Jesuits Explain How Their Survivor Response System Works

Statement of the Delegate of the Superior General of the Society of Jesus for the International Houses in Rome.

Dec 21, 2022 15:32

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Pope Francis Clarifies Comments on Homosexuality to Jesuit LGBT+ Activist Father James Martin

Just two days after the interview with AP, the Holy Father answered a letter in which activist James Martin poses three questions about homosexuality.

German Bishops’ Leader Answers Pope: It’s Questionable to Lead the Church Through Interviews

President of German Bishops Criticizes the Pope’s Statements on the German Synodal Path.

Pope’s Harsh and Scathing Words: “The German Experience Doesn’t Help. It’s Not a Synod or a Serious Synodal Path

Pope Francis Says That as a Child He Served A Ukrainian Priest Before Religious Leaders of That Country

Germany: Judicial Process Against Benedict XVI Is Suspended

Saint Thérèse of the Child Jesus ‘ 150th Birthday. Will Pope Francis Visit Lisieux?

Americans Rate the Clergy Positively: Seventh Among the Most Ethical and Honest Professions

Lawyer Says She Will Continue to Take Forward Lawsuit against Cardinal Pell

20% of the Congressmen of the New U .S. Congress Are Catholics

Joe Biden Goes to the Vatican’s Nunciature in the US to Express Condolences on Benedict XVI’s Death

Dutch Bishops Remove Title “Catholic” from a University. Vatican Gives It Back

Timeline of Investigations into Allegations Against Father Marko Rupnik

Rupnik Case: Jesuits Invite to Denounce and Make Known Their Structure to Handle Complaints

In Regard to the Rupnik Case, Jesuits Explain How Their Survivor Response System Works