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Vatican II helped the world 'see Jesus,' says cardinal

Washington D.C., May 15, 2013 / 12:11 am (CNA).- Cardinal Justin F. Rigali, archbishop emeritus of Philadelphia, said that the five Popes involved in the Second Vatican Council shared a common vision of protecting and spreading the Catholic faith.  Popes John XXIII and Paul VI “emphasized the need for prayer, need for understanding” as they [...]

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Cardinal: 2011 document's call for �global authority' does not mean world government

Cardinal Peter Turkson, the president of the Pontifical Council for Justice and Peace, told Vatican Radio that the council’s controversial 2011 document, “Towards Reforming the …

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Background: World Communications Day

On May 12, the Church will commemorate the 47th World Communications Day. As has been customary since 1986, the papal message for the day (“Social Networks: portals of truth and faith; new …

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Schedule set for Pope’s July trip to Rio de Janeiro

The Vatican has released the schedule for a July trip by Pope Francis to Rio de Janeiro to participate in World Youth Day (WYD) observances. Contrary to the expectations of many …

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Relics of John Paul II in exhibit for World Youth Day

Organizers of the World Youth Day (WYD) have arranged for relics of Blessed John Paul II to be on display during the celebration in Rio de Janeiro in July. A vial of blood from the late …

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Brazil's security officials coordinate safety for World Youth Day
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