Asia Bibi became the first Christian woman ever condemned to death under Pakistan’s blasphemy laws.
Signs Of the Times
Archbishop Dolan Surprise Victor In U.S.C.C.B. Vote
The victory was the first time in decades that a sitting vice president on the ballot did not win the election for president.
Cathedral Attack Devastating, Says Ambassador
“It is an extremely painful experience not only for the Christians of Iraq, but for all Iraqis,” the ambassador said.
Bishops Join Baptism Accord
If the proposed document is approved, any baptisms performed in either Catholic or Presbyterian churches after that would be mutually recognized.
No Vocation Crisis for Melkite Archbishop
The archbishop said ordaining married men is the most naturally pastoral response to every Catholic’s need for regular access to the sacraments.
Supreme Court Hears Tuition Challenge
The justices discusses the constitutionality of Arizona’s school tuition tax credit program.
A Vatican Meeting Without Speeches
Reading speeches has been the main activity at Roman Curia assemblies for as long as anyone can remember.
News Briefs
Later this month a parish in western Poland will dedicate what it says is the world’s largest statue of Christ.
Mayhem in Baghdad; No Change in U.S. Policies
Baghdad residents were still trying to make sense out of an orgy of violence at the city’s Syriac Catholic cathedral on Oct. 31.
Cluster Ban Quickly Saves Lives
Millions of stockpiled cluster submunitions have been destroyed years ahead of deadlines mandated by an August 2010 treaty.
