Pandemic has revealed how often human dignity is ignored, pope says
The coronavirus pandemic has shed light on other, “more widespread social diseases,” particularly attacks on the God-given human dignity of every person, Pope Francis said.
COVID forces Knock shrine to close Aug. 15 to discourage crowds
The Marian shrine at Knock announced Aug. 10 that in addition to postponing the popular Knock Novena and pilgrimage because of the COVID-19 pandemic, the shrine and its church would be closed for the Aug. 15 feast of the Assumption of Mary to ensure pilgrims do not arrive anyway.
Pope Francis baptises conjoined twins separated in Rome
Pope Francis has baptized twins who were born conjoined at the head and were separated at the Vatican’s pediatric hospital.
Philippines Bishops explain opposition to death penalty
In a statement issued at the beginning of August, the Bishops of the Philippines reiterate their opposition to the reintroduction of the death penalty in their country.
Japan’s Bishops promote peace and the abolition of nuclear weapons
As Catholics in Japan commemorate the 75th anniversary of the destruction of Hiroshima and Nagasaki by an atomic bomb, their Bishops take steps to promote peace and abolish nuclear weapons.
Priest’s 100-mile bike ride raises COVID-19 aid for parish—and hope
Father Christopher Heanue started his morning July 27 by celebrating Mass at 5 a.m. and then took off on a 100-mile bike ride.