Until the 1930s, the Catholic Church was not alone in its opposition to contraceptives. In the Christian tradition, birth control had long been associated with promiscuity and adultery ...

The Roman Catholic Church has consistently condemned abortion — the direct and purposeful taking of the life of the unborn child. In principle, Catholic Christians believe that all life is ...

A Catholic bishop on Tuesday called on both ... Cruz said in his homily during Mass at St. Benedict Parish Church in Silang, Cavite. “We, clergymen and Christ’s faithful, might realize that ...

The Catholic Church is truly universal since it unites so many diverse rites, whose members share a common faith. Latest news Maryland bishops say abuse payout bill ‘unfairly targets ...

A font is usually located near the entrance of a church, as this is where the first sacrament of baptism takes place before members are welcomed into the Catholic Church A votive candle is a small ...

Taking holy orders is a commitment for life both to God and to the Catholic Church, as the man is given certain powers, including passing on God’s forgiveness of sins. The following is a prayer ...

A new book has told the history of the Catholic Church through the last seven popes. AP What it did not find time to do was to stop the abuse of children by Catholic priests. A church founded by ...