May 26th, 2006 · Pope Benedict XVI continues his visit to Poland in Krakow, where his friend and predecessor John Paul II spent much of his life as priest, bishop and cardinal. Benedict will stop at Auschwitz this weekend, stressing his commitment to improved relations with Jews and fighting anti-Semitism.
May 19th, 2006 · Cardinal Theodore McCarrick, who's retiring as Washington's archbishop, speaks with Renee Montagne. He served as archbishop for five years, forging a reputation as a centrist mediator. He is credited with bridging the gap between partisans on issues surrounding abortion rights, sexual abuse by priests and immigration.
Apr 19th, 2006 · One year ago, Cardinal Joseph Ratzinger appeared on the balcony of St. Peter's Basilica and was introduced to the world as the next Pope. He took the name Pope Benedict XVI. The former German cardinal has reshaped the papacy, and its relationship with American Catholics.
Mar 29th, 2006 · Some American church leaders are concerned new immigration laws could interfere with their religious work in immigrant communities. Roman Catholic Cardinal Roger Mahony, The archbishop of Los Angeles, has been an outspoken critic of some immigration reform proposals, especially those that would make illegal immigrants felons. Madeleine Brand talks with the cardinal about why immigration is such an important issue for his church.
Mar 24th, 2006 · Pope Benedict XVI installs his first group of new cardinals. The 15 join an exclusive group of papal advisers. What do the pope's choices say about the direction in which he will lead the church?
Mar 5th, 2006 · Cardinal Roger Mahony of Los Angeles says an immigration bill under consideration in Congress would put serious limits on the church's ability to serve illegal immigrants. He called for priests to defy the law if it passes. Liane Hansen speaks about the issue with Kevin Appleby, director of migration and refugee policy for the United States Conference of Bishops.
Aug 5th, 2005 · From member station KWMU, Tom Weber reports on Thursday's announcement that, after 52 years, the St. Louis Cardinals will no longer have their games broadcast on radio station KMOX.
Jul 17th, 2005 · Recent comments by two Roman Catholic cardinals have some scientists wondering if the church is changing its position on evolution. For more than half a century, the Vatican has said evolution is compatible with Catholic theology. But now what was thought to be settled doctrine doesn't seem so settled.