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Peruvian bishop recalls 25th anniversary of John Paul II's visit

Fri, 17 May 2013 05:00:00 -0500

Lima, Peru, May 17, 2013 / 05:00 pm (EWTN News/CNA).- Archbishop Jose Antonio Eguren of Piura recounted the Eucharistic love and call to holiness of Blessed Pope John Paul II on his second visit to Peru, 25 years ago.

Chile declares a 'Day of the Unborn'

Thu, 16 May 2013 05:08:00 -0500

Santiago, Chile, May 16, 2013 / 05:08 pm (EWTN News).- By a 54-36 vote, the Chilean Congress approved a measure on May 14 that establishes March 25 as the "Day of the Unborn and of Adoption."

Venezuelan food shortage threatens supply of wine for Mass

Thu, 16 May 2013 01:16:00 -0500

Caracas, Venezuela, May 16, 2013 / 01:16 pm (EWTN News/CNA).- Reporter Macky Arenas of the Catholic Lay Report said the serious food shortage in Venezuela could lead to a lack of wine and hosts for the celebration of Mass.

Pope offers support for peace process in Colombia

Tue, 14 May 2013 05:08:00 -0500

Vatican City, May 14, 2013 / 05:08 pm (EWTN News).- Pope Francis has encouraged the parties involved in Colombia's peace process to move forward with negotiations in a "sincere search for the common good and reconciliation."

Canada's pro-life march shows growing movement

Sat, 11 May 2013 05:02:00 -0500

Ontario, Canada, May 11, 2013 / 05:02 pm (EWTN News/CNA).- The 16th National March for Life drew to Ottawa thousands of pro-life Canadians who advocated legal protections for all unborn people, with a special focus this year on sex-selective abortion.

Video of 3-year-old 'celebrating' Mass becomes online hit

Thu, 09 May 2013 01:00:00 -0500

Bogot�, Colombia, May 9, 2013 / 01:00 pm (EWTN News/CNA).- A three-year-old Colombian boy has garnered attention across the internet for a video in which he dons priestly garments and "celebrates" Mass, reciting the liturgy from memory.

Christian homes should reflect God's presence, monk teaches

Wed, 08 May 2013 05:04:00 -0500

Lima, Peru, May 8, 2013 / 05:04 pm (EWTN News).- According to Benedictine Father Eduardo Lopez Tello, an expert in architecture and liturgical art, a few small details are enough to make any home a place to encounter God.

Conscience objections urged in face of Colombian gay unions

Tue, 07 May 2013 05:02:00 -0500

Bogot�, Colombia, May 7, 2013 / 05:02 pm (EWTN News/CNA).- Officials from the Bishops' Conference of Colombia have urged Catholics to adhere to Church teaching in the face of potential same-sex unions and a movement towards a secular nation.

Costa Rica campaign highlights dignity of babies with birth defects

Tue, 07 May 2013 01:07:00 -0500

San Jos�, Costa Rica, May 7, 2013 / 01:07 pm (EWTN News/CNA).- A pro-life association in Costa Rica has launched a campaign to raise awareness about the plight of babies with anencephaly, who are often used to justify calls for the legalization of abortion in Latin America.

Mexican Supreme Court ruling upholds laws protecting unborn

Mon, 06 May 2013 05:12:00 -0500

Mexico City, Mexico, May 6, 2013 / 05:12 pm (EWTN News).- A ruling by the Supreme Court of Mexico to uphold two state amendments protecting life from conception is being hailed for setting a pro-life precedent nationwide.

Priests should bring love of Mary to youth, says Brazilian bishop

Fri, 03 May 2013 01:04:00 -0500

Brasilia, Brazil, May 3, 2013 / 01:04 pm (EWTN News).- The president of the Brazilian bishops' Youth Ministry Committee is exhorting priests to bring the experience of Mary's maternal love to young people.

Survival of hot air balloon crash attributed to God's help

Wed, 01 May 2013 05:10:00 -0500

Lima, Peru, May 1, 2013 / 05:10 pm (EWTN News/CNA).- Family members and rescue workers are crediting God for what they described as the miraculous rescue of five women who survived a recent hot air balloon crash in Peru.

Bishops of El Salvador reject attempts to change abortion law

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 02:12:00 -0500

San Salvador, El Salvador, Apr 30, 2013 / 02:12 pm (EWTN News).- The Catholic bishops of El Salvador are joining pro-life groups throughout the nation in denouncing efforts to legalize abortion in the country.

Dates, theme revealed for 2016 Eucharistic Congress

Fri, 26 Apr 2013 05:03:00 -0500

Cebu City, Philippines, Apr 26, 2013 / 05:03 pm (EWTN News/CNA).- The Archdiocese of Cebu in the Philippines has announced that the next International Eucharistic Congress will be held in Cebu City on May 23-29, 2016.

Letter from Pope to Jesuit brother highlights gratitude

Fri, 26 Apr 2013 01:09:00 -0500

Buenos Aires, Argentina, Apr 26, 2013 / 01:09 pm (EWTN News/CNA).- Mario Rafael Rausch, a Jesuit brother from Argentina who lives at the San Miguel School in Buenos Aires, said that Pope Francis taught him an important lesson on gratitude back in 1979.