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400 priests laicised by Benedict XVI for abuse

Figures show Vatican stepped up efforts to remove clerical abusers in recent years.

2014.01.18.

Delegation of bishops describe Gaza as “a shocking scandal”

"We pray that the visit of Pope Francis to the Holy Land will reinforce hope in the region."

2014.01.17.

Vatican called to account on abuse by UN committee

Sexual abuse can never be justified: Archbishop Tomasi.

2014.01.17.

Pope stands down four cardinals overseeing Vatican bank

Pontiff demands “spending review” to cap canonisation costs for would-be saints.

2014.01.16.

Nuncio to preach at CofI cathedrals for Christian Unity Week

Dean of St Anne's hopes service will be a springboard for future endeavours on faith and unity.

2014.01.16.

Two religious orders offer apologies to abuse victims

Second day of historical institutional abuse inquiry in Northern Ireland.

2014.01.15.

Pope’s Harley-Davidson to raise funds for charity

Motorbike signed on the tank by Pope Francis to raise funds for homeless.

2014.01.15.

Memorial Prayer Vigil for Tom O’Gorman

“The tragic death of our dear friend Tom O’Gorman over the weekend has come as a huge shock and a painful loss to everyone in the pro-life movement" - PLC.

2014.01.14.

Week of Prayer for Christian Unity: 18-25 January

This year's theme - ‘Is Christ Divided?’ - was chosen by the Churches of French Canada.

2014.01.14.

Tragic death of our colleague Tom O’Gorman

Rest safely now dear Tom, safe in the arms of Jesus.

2014.01.13.

Archbishop pleads for safety on the roads

NI facing a "road safety emergency" senior PSNI officer warns.

2014.01.13.

Pope Francis names 19 new cardinals

Sixteen of the nineteen are under the age of 80 and therefore eligible to vote in a conclave.

2014.01.13.

Review of missal on the cards according to liturgist

Fr Paddy Jones highlights scholarly and pastoral criticism of the new translation.

2014.01.12.

Pope Francis holds meeting with disability campaigner

Italian MP highlights lack of support for parents and siblings of the disabled.

2014.01.12.

Pope Francis grants indulgence for Holy Name Year

Jubilee year and plenary indulgence for those faithful who participate in IHS devotion.

2014.01.11.

Irish theologian publishes book on Ratzinger’s theology

"The female line idea offers a basis for dialogue with feminist theology.”

2014.01.10.

Calendar marks bicentenary of Jesuits’ restoration

12 portraits of 12 Jesuits active since the Restoration in 1814 featured over 12 months.

2014.01.10.

Church leaders encourage NI politicians to peace-build

Though the deadline for the Haass negotiations may have passed, the responsibility to work for the common good remains.

2014.01.09.

Church thought it was defending science in Galileo trial

Vatican spokesman discusses notorious trial of Pisan scientist.

2014.01.09.

Mary McAleese stirs up debate on Catholicism and gays

Former president draws comparisons between the Church's view of homosexuality and its past attitude towards the Jews.

2014.01.09.

New CEO announced for Church Safeguarding Board

Teresa Devlin will take up her new role on 1 February.

2014.01.08.

Jesuits expel popular US priest known for peace activism

Failure to obey provincial's command to live in Baltimore community results in expulsion after 32 years in the order.

2014.01.08.

Bishop thanks Pope for peace efforts on Syria

Vatican to hold study day on the plight of the Syrian people.

2014.01.07.

Pope reaches out to lapsed Catholics

Pope Francis prays that “all the Church” may be steeped in “the joy of evangelising”.

2014.01.07.

Pope Francis confirms visit to Holy Land

Three-day trip in May will include a meeting with the Ecumenical Patriarch.

2014.01.06.

Pontiff leaves voicemail for nuns busy at prayer

Pope urges Carmelites never to lose hope because sadness leads to a lack of spirituality.

2014.01.06.

Prince expresses concern for Christians in Middle East

Christians are part of the fabric of society, often acting as bridge-builders.

2014.01.06.

Disney asks Irish priest Fr Liam Lawton to pen song

'Beyond Belief' used in special retrospective of film classics such as Snow White and Cinderella.

2014.01.05.

Over 6.6m attend Vatican papal events

Figures show big increase on attendances in 2012.

2014.01.05.

Flaws in new abortion law revealing themselves – PLC

College of Psychiatrists advises against participation in the absence of clinical guidelines.

2014.01.04.
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