Tag: Catholic News Agency
Amid political uncertainty, Haitian bishops announce year of prayer
PORT-AU-PRINCE, HAITI: The Catholic bishops of Haiti have announced a year of prayer and adoration for the country in the presence of tension. Read More
Prostitution is an ‘inherently violent’ practice, say critics of decriminalisation
NEW YORK, NEW YORK: Decriminalisation as a legal tactic for handling previously (or currently) illicit activities is a growing trend. Read More
Where do Ash Wednesday ashes come from?
WASHINGTON, DC: On Ash Wednesday, millions of Catholics throughout the world will have ashes applied to their foreheads in the sign of the cross. Read More
NY abortion law ends protection for pregnant women, Catholic Democrat says
NEW YORK CITY, USA: A prominent Catholic theologian and Democrat has said that new pro-abortion legislation in New York diminishes legal protections for pregnant women ... Read More
Number of Americans who say they are witches on the rise
WASHINGTON, DC: While some religions struggle to grow, Wicca isn't one of them. The number of Americans who claim to be witches has increased dramatically. Read More
Scottish mall refuses nativity scene in Christmas display
EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND: Catholics and Protestants in Scotland are united in their disappointment at a shopping center that blocked a nativity scene. Read More