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'We have just begun' renewal

Irish bishop believes Pope John Paul II's 'new society' is on its way

Vatican-Israeli relations complex, but seen as improving

By Judith Sudilovsky. Pope Benedict could encounter Israelis who are not as warm toward him as they were to his predecessor

Unpacking the legacy of Cardinal Avery Dulles

By Marcellino D'Ambrosio. Former student sheds light on a prominent American theologian

Tuning in the faithful

By Teresa Tomeo. Study affirms radio's power in reaching people, which is great news for Catholic media outlets

Trip a 'journey of faith' for Pope Benedict XVI

Trip a 'journey of faith' for Pope Benedict XVI The pontiff visited sites important to life of Pope John Paul II, including infamous Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camp

The Purpose of Pain

Trials and strife test us mightily, but suffering can unite us to the saving work of Christ

The Pastor: Reconciling the Faithful

More profoundly than being just an arm of Church administration, the parish is supposed to ensure the reality of Christian living in a concrete way.

Snail's pace creeping through Vatican, some say

This article is free for all visitors. New changes to the conclave procedure reflect Pope Benedict XVI's thoughtful and careful manner. By Russell Shaw.

Seniors could use a dose of theology of the body

This article has free access for all visitors. As more elderly become susceptible to diseases, Pope John Paul II's teaching offers more hope than condom programs

Saints' surge prompts Vatican

Thorough documentation, impartiality required

Real or not, Shroud of Turin does bring people to Christ

This column has free access for all visitors. By John Norton. The question of the shroud's authenticity may be foremost for scientists working on it, but for Christians it is really secondary

Readers have no excuses to avoid papal writings

By Russell Shaw. Two titles make the teachings of Pope John Paul II and Pope Benedict XVI more accessible to the average Catholic.

Popes visiting continent have found African Church 'well and truly planted'

By Thomas J. Craughwell. Popes have come from Africa, but until July 31, 1969, no pope had ever visited the continent.

Pope John Paul II on

Mary's Assumption is the mysterious sign of our new creation.

Polish Church struggles with leadership vacuum

After communist era, integration into EU brings mini-crises

Poles push for Pope John Paul II to be beatified

By Jonathan Luxmoore. But Church leaders insist on meticulous adherence to beatification procedures.

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Land of Pope John Paul II faces unclear future

By Jonathan Luxmoore. While the Church in Poland seems to be thriving, new government leaders and a retiring pirimate cause for concern.

Journalists compare Pope Benedict with predecessor

By Delia Gallagher, David Gibson and John Thavis

Jimmy Carter welcomes pontiff to White House

By Thomas J. Craughwell. Pope John Paul II's 1979 visit to the United States raised his status to that of 'superstar'

In Focus: The Church Speaks

Four new major documents open up the Catechism of the Catholic Church's treasury of spiritual and theological riches for the faithful

In Focus: Regaining friendship with God

By OSV Staff. The core of Catholicism is closeness to Christ. That means a lifetime of repeated conversions and repentance. Here’s what you need to know about the Sacrament of Penance

In Focus: Pope to mend fences in capital city

He will meet with officials who had negative reactions to his Germany address.

In Focus: Pope John Paul II and the toppling of the Berlin Wall

By Russell Shaw. How the pontiff's confrontational stance against communism served as a catalyst to the remarkable events of 1989.

How fasting fuels spiritual growth, charity

This article has free access for all visitors. By Mary DeTurris Poust. The ancient practice has fallen out of fashion among Catholics, but it helps us detach from the material world and creates an empty space for God to fill

How ‘taking the discipline’ can get us into better spiritual shape

By Father Robert Barron. Ancient practice of corporal mortification can help curtail our earthly desires

Holy See gets U.S. ambassador

By Thomas J. Craughwell. After Truman's failed attempt in 1950s, Reagan got the job done

Heeding the universal call to evangelization

By Emily Stimpson. How Catholics can better understand our baptismal obligation to participate in the mission of Our Lord

Global conference addresses challenges of women

Catholics reflect on Pope John Paul II's document on 'feminine genius'

Financial woes force papal center to restructure

Pope John Paul II legacy project slims down, shifts emphasis to the work of its think tank

Facts about Israeli visit

By Msgr. Owen F. Campion. Pope Benedict XVI's journey to the Holy Land will follow the example of previous pontiffs

Evangelization: Ways of witnessing

By Emily Stimpson. How Catholics can regain their footing when it comes to spreading the faith

Down with the divas

By Teresa Tomeo. Pope John Paul II's teachings on dignity is a perfect antidote to current beauty obsession

Doors to faith open wider as Castro steps down

Shadow of Pope John Paul II's 1998 visit still looms large for Caribbean island's residents

Document reclaimed mission of Catholic schools

By Gerald Korson. In 1990, Pope John Paul II issued an apostolic constitution on Catholic identity on campuses; see how his guidance is applied today

Different approaches, same message

This issue has free access for all visitors. By Delia Gallagher. The pontiff may not possess his predecessor's charisma, but he, too, will serve as a witness to hope during his visit

Column: Shroud of Turin's message

By Teresa Tomeo. Cloth’s authenticity may be uncertain, but it makes sense that God would try to reach us using an image

Are morals result of nature or God's hand in life?

By E. Ron Watson. A Harvard professor tries to explain away an age-old question.

A man ahead of his time

Pope John Paul II, in his apostolic letter on women, offered keen insights into our culture