Thursday, September 28, 2006

Catholic News & Current Events-9/28/2006



Canberra Calvary courts controversy over hospital purchase
The Little Company of Mary's Calvary Hospital take over is facing controversy over its plans to stop IVF procedures at the hospital. Read further by clicking here.
********************

Benedict stands firm despite calls to "retract or redress"
Representatives of Islamic states in New York have called upon the Pope to either retract or make redress for his controversial Regenburg remarks. Read further by clicking here.
********************

Moscow Patriarchate says Muslim reations are Political
The Russian Orthodox Church has come to the defence of Pope Benedict XVI. Believing that his remarks have not been correctly interpreted. Read further by clicking here.
********************

Catholic Church in Spain satisfied with new government

MADRID, Spain The Catholic Church in Spain said Thursday it was satisfied with a new finance deal that cuts it loose from direct government payments. Read further by clicking here.
********************

Wednesday, September 27, 2006

Catholic News & Current Events-9/27/2006



Al Qaida to comment on Pope?
An Islamic web site is promising a message from a top leader of Al Qaida. Read further by clicking here.
********************

Chinese bishop released from prison
Bishop Julius Jia Zhiguo of China's Zhengding diocese has been freed after more than 10 months in prison. Read further by clicking here.
********************

Women of little faith spell trouble: Pell
Sydney Cardinal George Pell will today warn educators about the lack of faith in young women of today. Read further by clicking here.
********************

Reports of torture before execution of Indonesian Catholics
Lawyers and family members claims that the bodies of the men have bruises, broken bones. Read further by clicking here.
********************