Commitment Isn´t Just at Earthly Level, Pope Says

Christians Reminded of Transcendent Dimension

May 27, 2001 | 35 hits

A Christians commitment is not exhausted at the social, cultural and political levels -- it also has a transcendent dimension, John Paul II said today. Appearing at the window of his study, …

Pope to Take a Cue From Consistory

Largest-Ever Meeting of Cardinals Ends

May 24, 2001 | 50 hits

John Paul II promised to draw "opportune operative indications" from the proposals offered by the cardinals consistory, to address the Churchs great challenges. The Pontiff made his promise at …

John Paul II to Spend Vacation in Alps for 9th Time

April 29, 2001 | 554 hits

For the ninth time, John Paul II will spend his summer holidays in Val dAosta, from July 9 to July 20. For the third consecutive year, the Holy Father has accepted the invitation of the …

Pope Skips Full Holiday After Easter

April 15, 2001 | 322 hits

Despite the marathon of celebrations John Paul II presided over during Holy Week, he has decided not to go on holiday this Easter. Next week he will return to his ordinary schedule in Rome, …

Papal Address at the Midday Angelus

"Annunciation Refers Us to Source of Spiritual Joy"

March 25, 2001 | 118 hits

Here is a translation of John Paul IIs address before the noon Angelus. 1. Today, March 25, is the feast of the Annunciation of the Lord. However, as it coincides with the Fourth Sunday in …

Cardinal Pushes for "Day of the Unborn"

February 20, 2001 | 45 hits

Cardinal Nicolas de Jesús López Rodríguez, archbishop of Santo Domingo, says he will head a campaign every year in defense of the unborn. Likewise, he has requested the executive powers here …