by Joseph Fahey Pax Christi USA Ambassador of Peace Although Blessed Pope John XXIII wrote Pacem in Terris as an urgent response to the Cuban Missile Crisis of 1962, in fact his vision for peace began when he served in the Italian Army in WWI. WWII also had a great impact on Pope John and … Continue reading PACEM IN TERRIS: Peace in “Pacem in Terris” and Vatican II
REFLECTION: Vatican II’s golden anniversary
by Tony Magliano One of the most important events in the modern history of the Catholic Church will soon reach a historical milestone. On Oct. 11, 2012 the 50th anniversary of the opening of the Second Vatican Council will be celebrated by the church throughout the world. On Oct. 11, 1962, Blessed Pope John XXIII … Continue reading REFLECTION: Vatican II’s golden anniversary