U.S. Bishops Affirm Advancement of the Cause of Beatification and Canonization of the Servant of God Dr. Gertrude Barber

Nov 13, 2024 18:59

ZENIT Staff

Dr. Barber passed away on April 29, 2000, but her legacy continues through the Barber National Institute

The Pope appeared in a white coat, reflecting the change in weather in Rome

The RSVP program also encourages local councils to provide non-financial support

At their Fall Plenary Assembly in Baltimore, the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops

Liturgy and Divine Worship

Questions about liturgy: Deciding on Which Songs Are OK for Mass

Answered by Legionary of Christ Father Edward McNamara, professor of liturgy and sacramental theology and director of the Sacerdos Institute at the Pontifical Regina Apostolorum university.

Nov 12, 2024 16:35

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Local Church

India’s Supreme Court Ends Tax Exemptions for Catholic Clergy in Government-Funded Schools

This ruling, delivered on November 7, mandates that clergy working in schools and colleges funded by the government must now pay taxes on their earnings, a decision that closes a legal chapter stretching back almost 80 years.

Nov 12, 2024 16:33

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Dicasteries•Liturgy and Divine Worship•Local Church

Vatican Limits Traditional Latin Mass in Texas Diocese Following Bishop’s Removal

The new regulations come one year after Pope Francis dismissed Bishop Joseph Strickland from his leadership role in the Diocese of Tyler, appointing Bishop Vásquez of Austin as Apostolic Administrator.

Nov 12, 2024 16:31

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Rome•Vatican City

Pope sends part of Vatican Secret Archive Library to major seminary in Rome

Pope Francis has authorized the transfer of selected documents and artifacts to new spaces at the Pontifical Roman Seminary

Nov 12, 2024 15:51

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Justice and Peace•Religious Freedom

Switzerland’s Burqa Ban to Begin January 1, Sparking Mixed Reactions

This ban places Switzerland among a handful of European countries with similar legislation, reigniting debates around religious freedom and national identity. Proponents argue that the ban promotes transparency, citing public security and societal values.

Nov 12, 2024 15:49

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Amid the polarization between Trump and Leo XIV, U.S. police respond to a bomb threat at the home of the Pope’s brother

Police in New Lenox, a suburban community outside Chicago, responded on the evening of April 15 at approximately 6:30 p.m. to reports of a bomb threat at the home of John Prevost, one of the Pope’s two older brothers

Leo XIV on TIME magazine’s list of the 100 most influential people

Pope Benedict XVI appeared three times, while Francis was featured on six occasions, reflecting different phases in the Church’s engagement with global issues

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U.S. Bishops Affirm Advancement of the Cause of Beatification and Canonization of the Servant of God Dr. Gertrude Barber

Muslim Kingdom of Bahrain to sponsor digitization of Arabic documents from Vatican Library

Marian piety explained briefly, simply and beautifully by the Pope

USA: Federal Judge Strikes Down Louisiana’s Ten Commandments School Display Law

Knights of Columbus Surpass $100 Million in Support for Religious Vocations

A Colombian priest’s fight against violence: “Our neighbourhood has two or three murders every week”

U.S. Bishops Vote for USCCB Treasurer-elect and Committee Chairmen-elect at Fall Plenary Assembly

Questions about liturgy: Deciding on Which Songs Are OK for Mass

India’s Supreme Court Ends Tax Exemptions for Catholic Clergy in Government-Funded Schools

Vatican Limits Traditional Latin Mass in Texas Diocese Following Bishop’s Removal

Pope sends part of Vatican Secret Archive Library to major seminary in Rome

Switzerland’s Burqa Ban to Begin January 1, Sparking Mixed Reactions