Catholic Church

PICTURES: 'Stunning' frescos revealed in Roman catacombs

Some of the frescos are more than 1,600 years old
Catholic News Service

Pope Francis: A good shepherd knows when to step down

'A shepherd must be ready to step down completely from his church, rather than leave in a partial manner,' the Pope said
Staff Reporter

Coptic Orthodox bishop tells terrorists: 'You are loved'

Bishop Angaelos said even terrorists are created in God's image, and He placed them on earth for much greater things
Staff Reporter

Filipino authorities vow to save hostages as battle with Islamists rages

A Catholic priest is among those being held by the extremists in the southern city of Marawi
Associated Press

Historic chapel built by artist Ted DeGrazia damaged in fire

DeGrazia built the chapel in 1952 in honour of Southwest missionary Jesuit Father Eusebio Kino and dedicated it to Our Lady of Guadalupe
Catholic News Service

Filipino bishops offer cautious support for 'temporary' martial law

President Duterte declared martial law across the southern part of the country after Islamist militants stormed the city of Marawi
Catholic News Service

Pope Francis's South Sudan trip postponed after security fears

The Pope reportedly made the decision reluctantly 'after the information coming to his desk left him with few alternatives'
Staff Reporter

The Catacombs remind us of the courage and steadfastness of the early Christians

A visit to Rome is incomplete without a pilgrimage to these holy places, sacred to the memory of Christians who were prepared to die for their faith
Francis Phillips

Northern Ireland bishops warn of 'potentially destabilising' Brexit

In their election advice, the bishops said Westminster politicians should be sensitive to the impact of Brexit on Northern Ireland
Staff Reporter

Kidnapped priest pleads for help in new video

Fr Chito was kidnapped by Islamist militants last Tuesday along with at least a dozen worshippers and church workers
Staff Reporter