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Top 4 Latin American Catholic Miracles of the Eucharist

Latin America: 4 Astonishing Catholic Miracles in the Region Recognized by the Vatican That You Probably Didn't Know

Here are some of the most well-known Catholic miracles in Latin America recognized by the Vatican.

Semana Santa in Mexico: The Celebration of Holy Week in the Latin American Country

Mar 28, 2023 08:56 AM EDT By Mary Webber

In Mexico, Semana Santa is considered one of the most important holidays in the Catholic Church.

Nicaragua Bishop Who Refused Exile Sentenced to 26 Years in Prison, Stripped of Citizenship

Nicaragua Sentenced Catholic Bishop to 26 Years in Prison, Stripped of Citizenship After He Refused Exile to the U.S.

Feb 10, 2023 11:04 PM EST By Rick Martin

Bishop Rolando Alvarez, head of the Matagalpa diocese, is making a heroic stand to stay in Nicaragua after the government deported more than 200 political prisoners to the United States.

Nicaragua Police Arrest Prominent Roman Catholic Bishop Critical of President Daniel Ortega

Aug 20, 2022 03:34 AM EDT By Rick Martin

Police in Nicaragua have raided the residence of Bishop Rolando Alvarez, head of the Matagalpa diocese, and arrested him, along with several other priests.

Nicaragua Continues Crackdown on Government Critics; Roman Catholic Bishop Under Investigation

Aug 06, 2022 03:58 AM EDT By Rick Martin

The investigation launched against Roman Catholic Bishop Rolando Alvarez is reportedly part of a growing crackdown on opposition leaders and government critics in Nicaragua.

Nicaragua Continues Media Crackdown, 6 Catholic Radio Stations Shut Down

Aug 02, 2022 11:49 PM EDT By Rick Martin

Nicaraguan President Daniel Ortega continues his crackdown on independent media and the opposition. This time, however, he went after radio stations belonging to the Roman Catholic Church.

Pope Francis Responds Positively After Intestinal Surgery

Jul 05, 2021 10:21 AM EDT By Jess Smith

A day after his three-hour operation that involved the removal of half of his colon, the Vatican stated Monday that Pope Francis was already alert, breathing on his own, and in good condition.

Pro-Abortion Joe Biden Does Not See His Catholic Faith Through ‘Political Prism,' Jen Psaki Says

Pres. Joe Biden Does Not See His Catholic Faith Through ‘Political Prism,' Jen Psaki Says

Jun 22, 2021 03:01 AM EDT By Mary Webber

White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki said Monday that pro-abortion President Joe Biden does not see his Catholic faith "through a political prism."

Mexican Catholic Priest Accused by 19 of Sexual Abuse, Activist Estimates as Many as '100 Victims'

Jun 02, 2014 10:48 AM EDT By Scharon Harding

On May 30, 19 people stepped up and filed criminal complaints in the state of San Luis Potosi accusing Eduardo Cordova, a suspended Roman Catholic priest from Mexico, of sexual abuse. The alleged victims also claim that the archdiocese of the Roman Catholic Church in Mexico helped keep the abuse a secret.

UN Committee Finds Vatican Responsible for Its Bishops, Priests Worldwide: Catholic Church Did Not Properly Report Abuse Charges

May 24, 2014 05:54 PM EDT By Shawn Raymundo

A new United Nations report regarding torture and sexual abuse concluded that the Vatican exercises control of its bishops and priests worldwide and did not fully comply with the U.N.'s global anti-torture treaty.