Mauricio Funes (left), a journalist and proponent of liberation theology, was elected president of El Salvador on March 15.
Signs Of the Times
Activists Press for War Crimes Investigation
While thirteen Israelis died during the conflict, at least 1,400 Palestinians, mostly civilians, perished.
Mexican Church Officials React to U.S. Border Plans
Homeland Security plans to deploy federal agents to the southern border region are receiving mixed reviews from Mexican Catholic officials.
Burke Apologizes to Fellow Bishops
The archbishop said Randall Terry told him the videotaped interview would be used to encourage pro-life workers in their cause.
Progress and Challenges as Africa Prepares for Synod
Africans preparing for the October 2009 Special Assembly are emphasizing the need to find ways to address poverty, justice and reconciliation.
Gold Mining Loses Its Luster
Bishops in Central America have criticized mining operations for their environmental and social damage.
Calls for New Colombian Policy
Community leaders urged President Barack Obama to help end the destructive trade in illegal drugs and more than 40 years of civil war.
Coalition Addresses Climate Change
The “Catholic Climate Covenant” asks Catholics to pray and reflect on the duty to care for Gods creation.
Settlement on West Bank Endangered
Israeli officials have reportedly issued a demolition order for buildings built on property owned by the Greek Orthodox Church.
News Briefs
Peter Bray, F.S.C. (left), assumed his position in March as the eighth vice chancellor of Bethlehem University.
