Culture and the Cross

Interpretations of the Crucifixion reflect the spirit of the age. Mel Gibson’s vision, argues one theologian and expert in film, reveals our own obsession with violence Tim Williams of Australia draws attention to the followwing piece in the London Tablet… The...

Easter Triduum Is Time of Conversion, Says Pope

VATICAN CITY, APRIL 7, 2004 (Zenit.org).- The Easter triduum that begins on Holy Thursday is above all a time of conversion to Christ, says John Paul II. The Pope dedicated his meditation during today’s general audience to reflect on the liturgical celebrations...

John Paul II’s Holy Thursday Letter to Priests

VATICAN CITY, APRIL 6, 2004 (Zenit.org).- Here is the Letter John Paul II has addressed to priests for Holy Thursday, 2004. The Vatican press office published the text today. Dear Priests! 1. It is with great joy and affection that I write you this Holy Thursday...

Ratzinger Mourns Cardinal Koenig; Regrets Instances of Centralism

Ratzinger regrets church centralism at König funeral There have been times when the Vatican has intervened too often in the affairs of a local church, Cardinal Joseph Ratzinger, Prefect of the Vatican’s Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith, has admitted. He made...

Church of England Creates Virtual Parish

The Church of England on Friday announced the creation of its first “virtual parish” and invited applicants for the position of “Web pastor.” (LINK CORRECTED!) The purpose of the Internet church, or “i-church,” according to the Web...

John Paul II’s Homily for Ash Wednesday

VATICAN CITY, FEB. 25, 2004 (Zenit.org).- Here is a translation of the homily John Paul II delivered during the Celebration of the Word at which he presided today, Ash Wednesday, in St. Peter’s Basilica. 1. “Your Father who sees in secret will reward...
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