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Miraculous Healings, Apparitions of Popes John Paul II and John XXIII Described by First-Hand Witnesses Days Before Canonization
The miraculous healings and apparitions of Popes John Paul II and John XXIII were recently described at a news conference by first-hand witnesses, three days before their joint canonization.
Popes John Paul II, John XXIII to Be Declared Saints in April
The Vatican has announced that Blessed Pope John XXIII and Blessed Pope John Paul II are to be canonized, or declared as saints of the Roman Catholic Church on April 27, 2014.
Arm Cut Off Reagan Statue in Poland, Police Searching for Vandals
The arm was cut off a Reagan statue in Gdasnk, Poland Tuesday and police are now searching for the vandals who committed the crime. The bronze work depicts the president alongside Pope John Paul II and honors their fight against communism in the country.
This week in Christian history: Pope born, ‘shall the fundamentalists win?’
Events that happened this week in Christian history include the birth of Pope John Paul II, the death of Jacob Albright, and the preaching of a famous sermon.
Pope Benedict Mexico Visit Ready Despite Gang Violence
Pope Benedict XVI will make his first visit to Mexico on Friday, causing many to question whether he can capture the hearts of the people as well as his predecessor Pope John Paul did.
Popes John Paul II, John XXIII Canonization Set for Mass Celebrations Across Catholic World; Vatican Explains Sainthoods
The Roman Catholic Church is set for major celebrations around the world to mark the canonization of popes John Paul II and John XXIII on Sunday.
Mike Huckabee to Host International Tour for Evangelical Pastors From Early Primary States
Former Arkansas Gov. Mike Huckabee is inviting pastors from early Republican primary states to join him on a 10-day tour through Europe to explore the places where former political and historical leaders thrived.
This week in Christian history: Iconoclastic fury, Australia’s first saint
Events that occurred this week in Christian history include the beginning of the “Iconoclastic Fury” in the Netherlands, the death of Australia’s first saint, and the consecration of Pope John I.
Pope Benedict Wheeled Into Mass on Sunday
Pope Benedict was wheeled into mass on Sunday to spare him from fatigue from walking.
Mother Teresa canonization, one day before the 19th anniversary of her death
When Pope Francis recognized a second miracle attributed to the "saint of the gutter," Mother Teresa became eligible for sainthood in the Catholic Church. In 2003, she had been beatified by Pope John Paul II based on a first miracle attributed to her, that of answering prayers to her by an Indian woman with a brain tumor. On Tuesday, Pope Francis declared Sept. 4 as the day Mother Teresa will be sainted
This week in Christian history: English king converts; pope visits Poland; Far East Broadcasting Company launches
Here are just a few things that happened this week, May 31 to June 6, in Church history. They include the conversion of an English king to Christianity, Pope John Paul visiting Communist Poland, and the on-air premiere of The Far East Broadcasting Company.
John Paul II Canonization Shrine Already in the Works
Pope John Paul II is moving closer to sainthood and the Knights of Columbus have already began to create a shrine to honor the former Pope from Poland.