Articles on this issue "roman curia"

Code of Canon Law at 25: Vatican Plans Assessment

Congress to Consider Application of 1983 Revision

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The Code of Canon Law is similar to a painting that depicts the identity and mission of each of the faithful within the Church, said a Vatican official. Archbishop Francesco Coccopalmerio, …

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Cardinal Hummes: Priests Need Prayers

Prefect Explains Spiritual-Motherhood Initiative

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Priests aren't perfect, and they need help to live their vocation and mission in today's world, says the prefect of the Congregation for Clergy. Cardinal Cláudio Hummes said this in comments …

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Benedict XVI Says Brazil Was a Highlight of '07

Meets With Cardinals and Curia for Christmas Greetings

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2007 was a year to remember God's fidelity to his promise of remaining with us, Benedict XVI affirmed as he recalled with the Roman Curia some of the highlights of the past months. Today, the …

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Director Named for Vatican Museums

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Benedict XVI named professor Antonio Paolucci, former Italian culture minister and leading art expert, as director of the Vatican Museums. The Vatican press office announced today that …

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Irish Priest Named to Media Council

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Benedict XVI named Monsignor Paul Tighe, director of the Office for Public Affairs for the Archdiocese of Dublin, as secretary of the Pontifical Council for Social Communications. The Vatican …

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Holy See Insists That It Has Right to Speak

Says It Participates in International Community as Guardian of Man

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The human being has dignity and a transcendent dimension, and this is why an independent moral authority, such as the Holy See, has a role to play in international organizations, says an …

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Vatican to Study Care of Elderly

Conference to Gather Medical and Pastoral Experts

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The Vatican is asking how Catholics can offer better pastoral assistance to the world's 390 million people over the age 65, especially as that number continues to grow. The president of the …

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Pope Calls for a Culture Worthy of Humanity

Encourages Pontifical Academies to Promote Example of Martyrs

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A culture worthy of human life needs to be promoted, both in the Church and in the world, says Benedict XVI, who encouraged pontifical academies in their quest to accomplish this objective. …

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Philadelphia Rejoices for Native Son

Archbishop Foley to Get Red Hat

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The Archdiocese of Philadelphia is celebrating the announcement that its native son, Archbishop John P. Foley, is one of two U.S. prelates to be named as new cardinals. Archbishop Foley, 71, …

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Iraqi Christians: Heavy on Pope's Heart

Aide Comments on Benedict XVI's Remarks

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Benedict XVI has shown his deep concern for Iraqi Christians in his numerous pronouncements on their plight, notes a Vatican spokesman. In an editorial on the most recent broadcast of the show …

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Camillians Elect New Superior General

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The general chapter of the Ministers of the Sick, the Camillians, elected Father Renato Salvatore as the new superior general. After his election Tuesday, Father Salvatore expressed his …

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Technology the Next Power Trip, Warns Cardinal

Urges Europe to Uphold Values of Truth and Freedom

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Technology detached from truth will lead to unprecedented servitude of man over man, said the president of the Pontifical Council for Justice and Peace. Cardinal Renato Martino made this …

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2 Named to Historical-Sciences Panel

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Benedict XVI appointed two new members to the Pontifical Committee for Historical Sciences. The Vatican Press office reported Thursday the appointments of Nelson Minnich, professor of Church …

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4 Named to Justice Council

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Benedict XVI appointed a cardinal, two archbishops and a layman as members of the Pontifical Council for Justice and Peace. The Vatican press office announced the appointments Saturday of …

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Volume Compiles Doctrinal Congregation's Teachings

Documents Date From 1966-2005

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Documents published by the Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith since the Second Vatican Council to 2005 are now available in one volume. The majority of the documents of the 662-page …

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