The DJ Priest Who Dropped Beats At The Feet Of Christ And Had His Headphones Blessed By The Pope [Watch]
So successful has Padre Guilherme Peixoto’s ‘outreach’ been, that the Pope even blessed his headphones.
Church Of England Archbishop Resigns After Backlash From Covering Up Sex Abuse Scandal In South Africa
The holy man had failed to report, without delay, the serial physical and sexual abuse inflicted by a trusted volunteer at Christian summer camps in Britain, Zimbabwe and South Africa over several decades.
The Vatican Debutes New Anime-Style Mascot For Children
The Vatican has unveiled a new anime-inspired mascot for children ahead of the Jubilee 2025 celebrations. “We have taken the Memesphere.”
Teenager To Become First Millennial Saint After Second Miracle Cure Recognised By The Pope
The Roman Catholic Church teaches that only God performs miracles, but that saints who are believed to be with God in heaven intercede on behalf of people who pray to them.
Vatican To Hold Press Conference On ‘Apparitions And Supernatural Phenomena’ Not Aliens
You might have noticed a wave of tabloid headlines spread this week claiming the Vatican would be making an announcement about “aliens”.
Monday Morning Spice
Catholic Church begins class action against mining firms, Michael Jackson’s abuse lawsuits revived, CoCT backs NFL experience, Earthquake rattles California, and Russia’s Luna spacecraft crashes into the moon.
Vatican Denied Links To The Annual Italian ‘Hot Priest Calendar’
The hot priest calendar, or the Calendario Romano, as it is formally known, has become a cult souvenir for anyone visiting Italy. But the Vatican has nothing to do with it.
Tuesday Morning Spice
Vatican: same-sex unions ‘sinful’. Eskom says five years of load shedding. Prince William’s message. Elon has a new job title. All the Oscar nominations. Pippa Middleton gives birth.
What Priests Hear Most Often During Confession
Confessions are just between you, the priest, and whoever reads a new book just released in France.
I Want One – Enjoy The Vatican’s New ‘Click To Pray’ eRosary [Video]
Tech-savvy Catholics can now up their game with the ‘Click to Pray’ eRosary from the Vatican. Yes, this is a real thing.
Pope Francis Really Doesn’t Want You To Kiss His Ring [Video]
Welcome to #RingGate, where a grown man refuses to let a line of strangers kiss his ring and the internet goes wild.
War Between Rival Pubs In Durban Drags Catholic Church Into The Mix
A war is raging between two Durban pub bosses over who does and doesn’t deserve a liquor licence, and they’ve dragged the local church into the mix.
Married To Christ – Everything We Know About Consecrated Virgins
For the last 50 years, it’s been possible to buy a dress, a ring and a veil, and get married to Jesus in the Catholic Church.
Why The Endless Sex Abuse Scandals Can’t Topple The Catholic Church
The Catholic Church is once again embroiled in a sexual abuse scandal, with more than 300 priests involved in the latest report. How does the Church bounce back?
Not A Good Look – If You’re A Catholic Priest You Shouldn’t Snort Cocaine On Video In A Room Full Of Nazi Memorabilia
There’s a certain decorum one is expected to uphold when becoming a priest, which certainly doesn’t include drugs and a hankering for Nazi goods.
WATCH: They Reckon The Pope Just Performed A Miracle [Video]
What act did Pope Francis perform that can only be explained as the work of a higher power? Water to wine, healing the blind, it must be something exceptional right?
Let’s Chat About When The Pope Used To Be A Bouncer
If you were to list the jobs you might think Pope Francis had growing up I’m pretty sure bouncer would be right down the bottom. Alas, we know he likes to spring a surprise on us now and again.
An Update Of The Pope’s Latest Pearlers He’s Been Throwing Around
This Pope Francis doesn’t mind saying something a little controversial. Some of his comments have angered many in the Catholic Church, get up to date here.
This Is What 6 Million People Attending Mass Looks Like
Pope Francis has proven rather popular in the Philippines this last week, with Sunday’s mass pulling in a ridiculous number of religious revellers.
The Pope Is a Big Fan Of Public Breastfeeding
A high-profile figure has come out in support of breast-feeding in public, and whilst he may seem a somewhat unlikely advocate it isn’t the first time he has made his views known.
People Are Going Nuts Over Pope Francis’ Latest Statements About Evolution
Pope Francis has taken a stand for evolution, saying that God is not a “magician with a magic wand”. Check out his full statement here…
A Message For All Atheists From The Pope: It’s Cool
The Independent is reporting that Pope Francis has stated that non-believers would be forgiven by God if they followed their consciences. Here’s exactly what he said:
Is The Pope Actually A Christian?
The actions of Pope Francis seem to have startled many, from washing the feet of prisoners, women and Muslims to his Homily including the comment that “the Lord has redeemed all of us… even the atheists”. He sent words of wisdom to Italy’s Muslim immigrants before the commencement of Ramadan.
Holy Cash: Understanding The Finances Of The Vatican
Pope Francis is the new leader of 1,2 billion Catholics. But he’s also the man in charge of the Vatican’s finances. Former pope, Benedict made progress in reforming the Vatican Bank by replacing the president and creating a financial-intelligence committee after allegeations of abuse and mismanagement spanning decades. Recent controversy Modern controversy surrounding the bank […]
Can We Expect A Dark Confession From Pope Francis?
We’re only a few days into Pope Francis’ papacy, and already red flags are being raised, linking the Pope, and the role played by the Catholic Church in the brutal military dictatorship of Argentina. Both the Catholic Church and Pope Francis have been accused of complicit silence during the “dirty war” that was waged on the […]
Why Pope Francis Is The Best Cardinal For The Job
According to odds given by Paddy Power, the election of Jorge Mario Bergoglio of Argentina for Pope was highly unlikely, with the Irish bet makers offering a 33-1 stack on Jorge becoming Pope. But Bergoglio is the hero the Catholic church needs, even if no one cares whether they deserve it or not. Pope Francis […]
The Criminal Priest – Marcial Maciel Degollado’s Secret Lives And Lies
Marcial Maciel Degollado, a priest from Mexico is a walking contradiction. He was the greatest postwar fundraiser for the Catholic Church, and its greatest criminal. Pope Benedict XVI described Degollado as “A life … out of moral bounds,” and a “wasted, twisted life.” In the 1940’s Degollado founded the religious order, The Legion of Christ. Degollado […]
Faux Father Tries To Enter Secret Pope Talks At Vatican
A German by the name of Ralph Napierski attempted to walk into secret talks to discuss the succession of resigned Pope Benedict XVI on Monday at the Vatican. Napierski was wearing a makeshift bishop’s cloak, had his own entourage of fake clerics, and to make the whole thing seem authentic, posed for photos with real bishops […]
Tata Ma Chance, Tata Ma Cardinal
Ghanaian Cardinal Peter Turksan is the front runner to replace Pope Benedict from the the bookmaker’s point of view. If elected, Turkson would lead 1, 2 billion members of the Roman-Catholic church, this would be the first time in a millennium that the Catholic church would be under the headship of a non-European. Paddy Power […]
Would Jesus Have Been Your Facebook Friend?
According to Archbishop Robert Zollitsch, head of the German Catholic Church he would have been. The Son of God would have retweeted, liked and pinned his love for you apparently. The Archbishop said nothing about whether Jesus Christ would have used Google plus or not.