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Pope will make Hawaii's Damien a saint
Hawai'i Catholics rejoiced yesterday at news that the pope had cleared the way for Father Damien's sainthood and began planning for the big event.
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"There's excitement, but there's, 'Oh, what do we have to do next?'" said the Rev. Ed Popish, who served for years as a pastor in Kalaupapa, Moloka'i, where Damien volunteered to work with patients afflicted with Hansen's disease, then called leprosy. Damien contracted the disease himself and died in 1889 at age 49.
The Vatican reported yesterday that Pope Benedict XVI signed a decree accepting that the miraculous cure of Audrey Toguchi of 'Aiea from terminal cancer was attributable to her prayers to Damien for his intervention with God.
The pope has yet to set a date for the canonization ceremony, which will take place in Rome. Hawai'i Catholics rejoiced yesterday at news that the pope had cleared the way for Father Damien's sainthood and began planning for th... more -
The voice of God... or the silence of the weak?
Whoever causes "nuisance" during Pope Benedict XVI's Australian visit risks being charged up to £2800. Who is limiting who? Have these people a right to have their say? Listen to their reasons.
http://media.smh.com.au/?rid=38999 Whoever causes "nuisance" during Pope Benedict XVI's Australian visit risks being charged up to £2800. Who is limiting who? Have these... more -
Vatican: Excommunicate all female priests
The Vatican has decided to excommunicate all female priests and the male Bishops who ordained them. Analysts say it is meant to be a warning to all Catholics who want female priests.
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"The decree was written by the Vatican's Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith and published in the Vatican newspaper L'Osservatore Romano, giving it immediate effect."
"A Vatican spokesman said the decree made the church's existing ban on female priests more explicit by clarifying that excommunication would follow all such ordinations.'
"Rev. Tom Reese, a senior fellow at the Woodstock Theological Center at Georgetown University, said he thought the decree was meant to send a warning to the growing number of Catholics who favor admitting women to the priesthood."
"I think the reason they're doing this is that they've realized there is more and more support among Catholics for ordaining women, and they want to make clear that this is a no-no," Reese said
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Sources: MSNBC, Reuters The Vatican has decided to excommunicate all female priests and the male Bishops who ordained them. Analysts say it is meant to be ... more -
'Ahmadinejad wants one-on-one with Pope'
Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad has asked for a meeting with the Pope during a visit to Rome, a diplomatic source says.
The Iranian chief executive is among the heads of state expected to visit Italy's capital to attend the June 3-5 United Nations summit. Vatican sources said earlier this week that it was not yet clear whether Pope Benedict would meet individual heads of state attending the UN event on global food security.
If the meeting is arranged, it would be the first meeting between Pope Benedict and President Ahmadinejad. The Holy See enjoys diplomatic ties with Iran and the pontiff has met with Iran's Foreign Minister, Manouchehr Mottaki.
Vatican urges the West to engage Iran to resolve the country's nuclear standoff. Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad has asked for a meeting with the Pope during a visit to Rome, a diplomatic source says. ... more -
Ahmadinejad requests meeting with the Pope
Iran's President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad has asked for an audience next week with Pope Benedict which would be the first meeting between the two leaders, a diplomatic source said on Tuesday.
Ahmadinejad is among the heads of state expected to visit Rome to attend a June 3-5 United Nations summit on global food security, hosted by the U.N. Food and Agriculture Organization... Iran's President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad has asked for an audience next week with Pope Benedict which would be the first meeting between t... more -
Vatican: It's OK to believe in aliens
chief Vatican astronomer said Galileo's persecution 400 years ago "caused wounds." though, he didn't really say to who.
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The Pope goes digital
"Pope Benedict will text message thousands of young Catholics on their mobile phones during World Youth Day in Sydney in July, hoping going digital will help him connect better with a younger audience.
The Pope will text daily messages of inspiration and hope during the six-day Sydney event while digital prayer walls will be erected at event sites and the church will set up a Catholic social networking Web site akin to a Catholic Facebook.
The Catholic Church said it decided to use technology to connect to the estimated 225,000 young Catholics expected to attend the World Youth Day (WYD) celebrations that start on July 15.
"We wanted to make WYD08 a unique experience by using new ways to connect with today's tech-savvy youth," Bishop Anthony Fisher said in a statement on Wednesday.
Australian telecoms firm Telstra will provide voice, data, mobile, broadband and broadcast services for the event, as well as erect digital prayer walls at event sites. Telstra said it plans to connect 8,000 volunteers, 2,000 clergy, 3,000 media and an anticipated 225,000 pilgrims to more than 700 locations around Sydney." "Pope Benedict will text message thousands of young Catholics on their mobile phones during World Youth Day in Sydney in July, hoping ... more -
Pope to America- Peace Out
Pope Benedict XVI departed America Sunday and with one final address thanked America for its hospitality and called on the world to pursue, "justice and peaceful coexistence."
Pope Benedict XVI departed America Sunday and with one final address thanked America for its hospitality and called on the world to pu... more -
Pope Blesses Ground Zero
Pope Benedict XVI prayed at New York's Ground Zero on Sunday, asking God to bring healing and strength to grieving families, and direction for people "consumed with hatred."
He greeted dignitaries, including New York Gov. David Paterson, New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg and New Jersey Gov. Jon Corzine.
The pontiff was joined by 24 people he invited to the ceremony, including family members of people killed in the World Trade Center attacks and rescue workers who survived the attacks.
"We ask you, in your compassion, to bring healing to those who, because of their presence here that day, suffer from injuries and illness. Heal, too, the pain of still-grieving families and all who lost loved ones in this tragedy. Give them strength to continue their lives with courage and hope," he said.
The New York Times noted Sunday that the pope's service had "particular significance for many survivors of 9/11" because many of the victims had Roman Catholic backgrounds. Also, the CIA's World Factbook says approximately one in four Americans is Roman Catholic.
Pope Benedict XVI prayed at New York's Ground Zero on Sunday, asking God to bring healing and strength to grieving families, and direc... more -
Pope tells of youth under Nazis
Pope Benedict XVI has spoken out for the first time about growing up under the "monster" of Nazism.
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Pope returns to issue of sex abuse scandal during N.Y. mass
Popes should stop backing up ppl that sexually abuse ppl.
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infoMania 04.17.08
Chewing up the week's media so we can regurgitate it, half-digested, into your mouth.
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How To End War, Poverty and Diseases. A 2 Minute Plan to Save the World
This video is a simply stated plan to save the world. If implemented, it would take 10 world leaders 2 minutes to implement this. It would put an end to poverty, homelessness, disease, and war. It would also help the environment in the process. We all know that money is usually scarce and getting by can be hard, no matter what income bracket we're in. Except for about 2% of the population. This video is based on facts from many sources. This video is a simply stated plan to save the world. If implemented, it would take 10 world leaders 2 minutes to implement this. It... more
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Pope prays with victims of clergy sex abuse scandal
The Pope prayed with tearful victims of clergy sex abuse in a chapel Thursday, an extraordinary gesture from a pontiff who has made atoning for the great shame of the U.S. church the cornerstone of his first papal trip to America.
The Pope met with a group of five or six abuse victims for about 25 minutes, offering them encouragement and hope. The were all adults, men and women, who had been molested when they were minors. Each spoke privately with the pope and the whole group prayed together.
Well over 4,000 priests have been accused of molesting minors in the U.S. since 1950. The church has paid out more than $2 billion, much of it in just the last six years, after the case of a serial molester in Boston gained national attention and inspired many victims to step forward. Six dioceses have been forced into bankruptcy because of abuse costs.
The Pope prayed with tearful victims of clergy sex abuse in a chapel Thursday, an extraordinary gesture from a pontiff who has made at... more -
Pope's Red Shoes - Remindes me of Dorthea of Wizard and Oz
Pope Benedict XVI, sporting his handmade red loafers, steps onto U.S. soil at Andrews Air Force Base in Camp Springs, Md. Getty Images
All Things Considered, April 17, 2008 · Pope Benedict XVI's ruby red shoes are drawing plenty of attention as he visits Washington, D.C. The handmade loafers, crafted for Benedict by an Italian shoemaker, are seen as a statement of his desire to demonstrate continuity with the symbols and history of the church. Although Pope John Paul II often wore brown shoes, other pontiffs have also worn red shoes. Benedict's shoes also serve as a reminder of the many years he wore the red cloth of a cardinal.
Lawrence Cunningham, professor of theology at Notre Dame University, offers more insights on why the pontiff favors the color in a conversation with Michele Norris.
Pope Benedict XVI, sporting his handmade red loafers, steps onto U.S. soil at Andrews Air Force Base in Camp Springs, Md. Getty Images... more -
Gay Group Greets Pope
The gay Catholic group Dignity Washington greeted the Pope as his motorcade drove past.
The group claims the pope looked directly at them as they held a banner reading, "Dignity Washington — Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender Catholics, Our Families and Friends — A community of Faith in Action.” The gay Catholic group Dignity Washington greeted the Pope as his motorcade drove past. ... more -
The Pope is Here
Pope Benedict XVI arrived in the United States for his first visit as the head of the church. The First Family along with a crowd of guests and dignitaries welcomed the pope at Andrews Air Force Base. Benedict is scheduled to make several stops while in the States, including a stop in New York to give an address before the United Nations General Assembly and a mass at Yankee Stadium. Pope Benedict XVI arrived in the United States for his first visit as the head of the church. The First Family along with a crowd of g... more
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U.S. Muslim leaders split on meeting with pope
"Unease with Pope Benedict XVI's approach to Islam has led a U.S. Muslim group to decline joining in an interfaith event with him later this week.
Several other U.S. Muslim leaders expressed similar concerns about the pope, but pledged to participate in the Washington gathering, saying the two faiths should do everything possible to improve relations." "Unease with Pope Benedict XVI's approach to Islam has led a U.S. Muslim group to decline joining in an interfaith event with him late... more -
POPE Vs. HOPE
In honor of Pope Benedict XVI’s visit to New York City, the magazine ANIMAL commissioned Michael Ian Weinfeld to create “POPE”, a parody of Shepard’s wildly popular Obama “HOPE” poster. In honor of Pope Benedict XVI’s visit to New York City, the magazine ANIMAL commissioned Michael Ian Weinfeld to create “POPE”, a paro... more
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Pope told to stay off of Yankee Stadium grass in New York...
Yes, the grass at Yankee Stadium is holier than the Pope.
"The Yankees had only one request, and that is that we not touch their grass," said Mark Ackermann, who is running the Office of the Papal Visit for the New York archdiocese. "The All-Star game will be there this year and of course we're all confident that the World Series will be there as well. So the Yankees need to keep it in good shape and we've been most respectful of that." Yes, the grass at Yankee Stadium is holier than the Pope. ... more
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