Otranto Martyrs: Witnesses of Sanctity for the Laity

Historical Perspectives on Canonization of Antonio Primaldo and Companions

Rome, May 14, 2013 (Zenit.org) Ann Schneible | 544 hits

It was during a consistory called to declare the canonization of saints that Benedict XVI chose to announce his resignation. Last Sunday, these saints were canonized, among them 800 martyrs: …

40,000 March for Life in Rome

Italy's Capital Draws Pro-Life Activists From International Community

Rome, May 13, 2013 (Zenit.org) Ann Schneible | 788 hits

Some 40,000 people are estimated to have gathered in Rome on Sunday to participate in the March for Life, including some notable figures from the United States pro-life movement. The March …

Rome March for Life Marks 35 Years of Legal Abortion in Italy

When We Lose Right to Life, We Lose All Rights, Says March Spokesperson

Rome, May 10, 2013 (Zenit.org) Ann Schneible | 1196 hits

"We have to stand up for our next generation," said Rome's March for Life spokesperson, Virginia Nunziante, in an interview with ZENIT. Thirty-five years after the legalization of abortion in …

Bringing the Word of God to Twitter

World Day of Communications: English, Wales Bishops Share Scripture Through Social Media

Rome, May 09, 2013 (Zenit.org) Ann Schneible | 801 hits

During this Year of Faith, leaders of the Catholic Church of England and Wales are encouraging the faithful to use Twitter to spread the Word of God. For each day of the Holy Year, beginning …