The Vatican has voiced concern over the loss of life in Libya, the targeting of peaceful protesters and “the indiscriminate use of force.”

The country now stands on the brink of achieving the “dream” of a democratic system, the patriarch of Alexandria said.

Cardinal Sean P. O’Malley reportedly will tell the pope that the church in Ireland is “on the edge” of collapse because of the abuse scandals.

The archbishop of Milwaukee issued a statement on Feb. 16 that came down squarely in favor of workers’ rights.

The Catholic Church’s example for development holds valuable lessons, said one prominent economist.

Three archdiocesan priests and one lay teacher have been charged with rape, assault and other felonies related to the abuse of children.