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1. Mexico City blazes trail with legalisation of same-sex marriage December 29, 2009 Gay rights activists across the world consider same-sex marriage one of their toughest goals. Only seven countries permit it: Belgium, Canada, Norway, the Netherlands, Spain, South Africa and Sweden. A handful of US states also allow it. But on Monday night, and despite opposition from conservatives and the Roman Catholic church, Mexico City was in the vanguard of a Latin America-wide tilt towards greater tolerance for homosexuality. The Mexican capital became the first in Latin America to allow same-sex marriage with a groundbreaking law which could set a precedent for gay ri... (read more) Author: Health Insurance

2. What to do when in Rome December 03, 2009 Not only the capital of Italy, Rome is also the home of the Catholic Church, the Vatican City and centuries and centuries of stunning history. The heritage of the city runs deep, more than 2,500 years of history inhabit this city, that was the founding home of one of the world’s most considerable forces, the Roman Empire; earning it the nickname ‘Caput mundi’ - Latin for ‘Capital of the World’. Prepare for your senses to be overwhelmed as spirituality, divine architecture and a strong, powerful sense of purpose and history seeps into every facet of the city. Taking whole neighbourhoods on f... (read more) Author: Jonathan Wallace

3. Places You Cannot Miss in Rome December 01, 2009 The foundation of Rome was laid about 2,700 years ago. As the center of the Roman Empire, it has been an important part of the European history in centuries. Today it is the center of the Catholic Church. So wherever you go, you will see remains of the ancient Rome. The impressive amphitheatre Coliseum is one of the most interesting relics of the ancient Rome. It was originally build to house 55,000 spectators, who were entertained with fights against wild animals and gladiator fights. Emperor Vespasian ordered the building of the Coliseum in 72 AD. Then there were a lot of other col... (read more) Author: Loco Media

4. Interesting stories about King Henry VIII November 01, 2009 Henry VIII was born on 28 June 1491 and reigned as the King of England until his death on 28 January 1547. He succeeded his father Henry VII and was the second in the line of monarchs of the House of Tudor. He was a prominent figure in the history of England and Christopher Freville states that Henry is most attributed to the separation of the Church of England from the Roman Catholic Church. Henry VIII was the 6th child born to Henry VII and Elizabeth of York. Henry had six siblings of which three died. He was fluent in French, Latin and Spanish having received the best education from e... (read more) Author: Sanjay Sanjay

5. Hotels in Rome-Best way to curtail the extra expenses during Rome trip October 26, 2009 Rome is the capital of Itly and is a center of the Roman Catholic Church. It is a largest city which is sitatuated by the river Tiber. One of the great thing about the Rome is that it is most famous for their architecture. Rome can be a perfect destination for unforgettable vacation and because of its stunning beauty it referred to eternal city. And for those who are planning a trip for an unforgettable holiday, the Romans brought a lot of new ideas to architecture, of which the three most important are the arch, the baked brick, and the use of cement and concrete. It is characterized by a dom... (read more) Author: roby john

6. Roman Catholic Church Eases Way for Anglicans to Join October 20, 2009 The Vatican coat of arms  Pope Benedict XVI has approved a document that will make it easier for Anglicans to join the Roman Catholic Church. The move comes after years of discontent in the Anglican community about the liberal attitudes of some parts of the church toward women priests and homosexual bishops. With a new apostolic constitution, the highest form of pontifical decree, set to be published in the next few weeks, Pope Benedict has created a new church structure for Anglicans who want to join the Roman Catholic Church. Vatican observers say the provision is a response ... (read more)

7. Two examples of Sacred Doors October 05, 2009 While you are cleaning up the aftermath of Halloween, you may also like to know that yesterday was Reformation Day on the Protestant church calendar. It was on October 31, 1517, that the then-Roman Catholic priest, Martin Luther, nailed his Ninety-five Theses to the door of his church in Wittenberg, Germany, sparking a debate and a series of events that came to be known as the Protestant Reformation. On another door, in present-day, Bristol, Rhode Island, John Anderson, an award-winning wood sculptor, is making his mark on church history. Mr. Anderson's work is being created to adorn the doors... (read more) Author: raj thakur

8. Pope Announces Special Meeting of Bishops on Middle East September 19, 2009 Pope Benedict has announced a special meeting of bishops next year to discuss Middle East peace efforts and the role of the Catholic Church in the region.In comments Saturday to Roman Catholic Church leaders, the pope said the meeting will take place in October of next year (October 10-14, 2010).He said the meeting will be titled, "The Catholic Church in the Middle East: communion and witness." The pope and the Vatican have long been active on the Middle East diplomatic front, seeking to protect Christians in the Holy Land and elsewhere in the Muslim-dominated region.During a pilgrimage to the... (read more)

9. List of All Popes September 13, 2009 In Roman Catholicism, the pope is considered as the ultimate leader. It is estimated that there have been 266 popes from the time of Saint Peter to the present papacy of Pope Benedict XVI. The Annuario Pontifico which is officially published annually by Vatican has the list of popes that can be considered to be more precise. Here?s the Roman Catholic Church?s list of popes divided into historical eras in which the popes reigned. Popes During the Era of Persecution: Saint Peter, Prince of the Apostles (32-67) Saint Linus (67-76) Saint Anacletus (Cletus) (76-88) Saint Clem... (read more) Author: Robert Bell

10. List of All Popes September 10, 2009 In Roman Catholicism, the pope is considered as the ultimate leader. It is estimated that there have been 266 popes from the time of Saint Peter to the present papacy of Pope Benedict XVI. The Annuario Pontifico which is officially published annually by Vatican has the list of popes that can be considered to be more precise. Here’s the Roman Catholic Church’s list of popes divided into historical eras in which the popes reigned. Popes During the Era of Persecution: Saint Peter, Prince of the Apostles (32-67) Saint Linus (67-76) Saint Anacletus (Cletus) (76-88) Saint Clem... (read more) Author: Kenny Leones

11. Senator Kennedy Honored As Master Legislator, 'Giving Heart' August 29, 2009 The honor guard carries the casket from the church after Roman Catholic Funeral Mass for Sen. Edward Kennedy at Our Lady of Perpetual Hope Basilica in BostonThe influential and beloved U.S. Senator Edward "Ted" Kennedy has been honored at a Roman Catholic funeral mass in Boston, Massachusetts. U.S. President Barack Obama delivered a eulogy for his mentor and friend, praising Kennedy for both his towering public accomplishments and for his private kindness towards his family, friends and countless people he met.The Kennedys are sometimes jokingly refered to as "America's royal family", and Edw... (read more)

12. Idolatry vs Imagery: Protestantism's 500-Year-Old Bitter Root Judgment and Inner Vow August 27, 2009 I believe that when Protestantism protested and left the Roman Catholic Church, they reacted against Catholicism’s use of imagery. I believe Protestants have held an ungodly belief that “All use of images constitutes a graven image.” Their corresponding inner vow was that they would “Reject all uses of imagery in their Christian lives.” The result is that most Protestant books on systematic Christian theology do not even include a section on dream, vision, imagination, or any other application of the eyes of one’s heart. This is startling considering that the biblical stories and actions which... (read more) Author: Mark Virkler

13. Acclaimed top realtor for Palo Alto Area August 26, 2009 The Venerable Todd Beardsley Latin: Sevorum Dei Ioannes Paulus P.P. II), born Karol Józef Wojtyla (May 18 1920 – April 2 2005), was (The head of the Roman Catholic Church) Pope of the (The Christian Church based in the Vatican and presided over by a pope and an episcopal hierarchy) Roman Catholic Church for almost 27 years, from 16 October 1978 until his death. He was the first non-Italian to serve in office since the (The West Germanic language of the Netherlands) Dutch- (A person of German nationality) German Pope Adrian VI died in 1523. Todd Beardsley II's reign was the third-longest i... (read more) Author: Todd Beardsley

14. Barcelona for tourists - 5 things you must see and do August 23, 2009 Here are five interesting activities for tourists in Barcelona guaranteed to help them make the most of their vacation. 1. Visit the Sagrada Familia – One of Barcelona’s most popular tourist attractions, the Sagrada Familia is a Roman Catholic Church that has been under construction for over a hundred and twenty five years. The cathedral is considered to be the masterpiece of Antonio Gaudi, a Catalan architect of renown who began building the cathedral in 1882. It is estimated that the Church will be completed in 2026. Incomplete or not, the Sagrada Familia attracts innumerable tourists ... (read more) Author: Orson Johnson

15. Rome for tourists - 5 things you must see and do August 23, 2009 If you are planning a vacation in Rome, here are five things that you must try while in the region. 1. Visit Vatican City - Irrespective of whether you are Roman Catholic or not, the Vatican City is a treasure chest of historical monuments alongside artistic and architectural wonders. Vatican City is home to the Pope, who is the head of the Catholic Church. Places to see within Vatican City include St. Peters Square, St. Peters Basilica and the many museums that are housed within Vatican City. It is advisable to go on a guided tour, rather than try and find your way around yourself, so th... (read more) Author: Orson Johnson

16. Fancy Clothing and First Communion Gifts July 07, 2009 First Communion is a special event celebrated by the Roman Catholic Church. Another name for this event is ‘the sacrament of the Eucharist. The ceremony is a special type of Mass that honors the participants who will be receiving the Eucharist (Communion) for the first time. It is intended to symbolize the willingness of a child to accept the body and blood of Jesus Christ. The participants are usually children between the ages of 7 and 8 years of age. The priest blesses special wafers and wine during a process called transubstantiation. This process metaphorically turns the wafers and w... (read more) Author: todd ireland

17. Visiting Vatican City July 04, 2009 Vatican City is more than just the center of the Roman Catholic Church and the residence of the Pope, it is a city-state within the city of Rome holding centuries of history. Vatican City was built and furnished over 600 years ago and is home to over 2,000 rooms of amazing artifacts, masterpieces, and much more. As you walk into the Vatican Museums you will at first be a bit dazed and wonder where to start. The Vatican Museums are divided into sections, a few of the sections are the Ancient Papal Apartments painted by Raphael, Gregorian Etruscan Museum, the Sistine Chapel, the Missionary... (read more) Author: Paolo Pedica

18. Abuse Charges Against Priest Rock Kenya's Catholic Church June 18, 2009 Kenya's powerful Catholic church has been rocked by allegations that an Italian priest long active in the country molested children for which his organization was responsible. The priest denies the charges, saying he is a victim of extortionists. Kenyan Deputy Police Spokesman Charles Owino says investigations will begin into allegations that Renato Sesana, an Italian Roman Catholic priest known as Father Kizito, sexually abused boys staying at homes for street children that the priest operates in the country.The allegations, made by alleged victims and their relatives on the KTN television c... (read more)

19. Italian Cuisine Restaurants Melbourne June 17, 2009 Italy, the birthplace of the mighty Roman civilisation and home to the Pope, the head of the Roman Catholic Church, is also known world wide for its cuisine (or ‘cucina’ as the Italians would say). Italian cuisine is popular all over the world because of the subtle flavours and universally likable tastes that constitute it. It has captured the imagination – and more importantly the taste buds – of people all over the world and it is impossible not to find an Italian restaurant in any of the major cities of the world. Located close to the city in Richmond, Church Street Enoteca is an award w... (read more) Author: Vivian Stuart

20. Pope Celebrates Mass in Bethlehem May 13, 2009 Pope Benedict XVI at end of mass in Manger Square, Bethlehem, 13 May 2009Pope Benedict XVI is visiting the West Bank on his first trip to the Holy Land as head of the Roman Catholic Church.The pope celebrated an outdoor Mass Wednesday in the West Bank town of Bethlehem, where Christians say Jesus was born.Pope Benedict, who has pledged support for a separate Palestinian state alongside Israel, prayed that Israel's embargo on Gaza would soon be lifted.  The pope also met with Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas and reiterated his approval of a "sovereign Palestinian homeland."  While ... (read more)

21. Catholic Priest Abuse Is Increasing April 29, 2009 fatherpriest.com, or click on the link in the resource box below.">Celibacy is the fact that you remain unmarried, and do not engage in sexual intercourse. This decision can be voluntary, you take your own decision with no imposition of an ecclesiastical institution (Paul for example); or doctrinal, a principle imposed by Religious denomination, for instance the Catholic Church. In the Roman Catholic Church, the vow of celibacy prohibits priests to get married. That is, no priest should have sexual relationship with women and men, including minors. However, this is not the case in real life, s... (read more) Author: Remy Vixama

22. An Insight into the Role and Duty of an Altar Server April 21, 2009 In the past, promising young Christian men were chosen by the Roman Catholic Church to serve as ? altar boys? before they could attain formal priesthood. These altar boys were the acolytes who dedicated them in various services at the altar before they could be promoted to the position of diaconate. However from the year 1983, Canon Law 230 was changed by the Roman Catholic Church, which in turn allowed women dedicate themselves in religious service at the altar. From that time onwards the term altar server has become quite popular. Now, the term ?altar boy? has been replaced with the t... (read more) Author: Robert Bell

23. International Bride: Roman Catholic Weddings April 08, 2009 Catholic weddings and ceremonies can be traced back to the beginning of Christianity. Celebration of marriage in the Catholic Church has become a detailed and graceful affair. Marriage in the Catholic Church is considered sacred and has to be performed in a church in order to receive God’s blessing. They firmly believe that marriage is ordained by God and therefore it cannot be broken through divorce which is strictly prohibited by the church. The couple surrenders to each other completely and promises to love one another forever. In extreme cases and with a nod from the Pope, the marriage can... (read more) Author: Jason Hennessey

24. Vatican: Bishop Who Denied Holocaust Must Recant February 04, 2009 The Vatican has demanded that a bishop who denied the full horror of the Holocaust publicly recant his position, if he wants to serve in such functions in the Roman Catholic Church.Pope Benedict XVIA Vatican statement says Pope Benedict did not know about Bishop Richard Williamson's views when he agreed to lift his excommunication and that of three other traditionalist bishops last month.Several days before his rehabilitation, Swedish television broadcast an interview with Williamson in which he denied the existence of Nazi gas chambers. The bishop also insisted that the Nazis killed no more ... (read more)

25. New Orthodox Church Head Has Reached Out to Vatican January 27, 2009 Russian Orthodox Church interim leader Metropolitan Kirill of Smolensk and Kaliningrad seen in Moscow's Christ the Saviour Cathedral, 27 Jan. 2009The new leader of the Russian Orthodox Church, Metropolitan Kirill, has met with the pope and made optimistic comments about better ties with the Roman Catholic Church.But Russian analysts say no one should expect a quick thaw in relations between the Roman and Russian churches.The 62-year-old Metropolitan Kirill was born in St. Petersburg and was ordained a priest in 1969. He was appointed a metropolitan (bishop) in 1991.His church duties included a... (read more)

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