Paul Keenan“It will be another milestone of historical importance not only in the relations between Israel and the Holy See, but also between the Catholic Church and the Jewish people. All Israelis, regardless of their religious affiliation, are looking forward to greeting Pope Francis and his delegation with an open heart and most warmly. He will be an honoured guest. He will be welcomed as a true friend of the Jewish people.”
Dr Zion Evrony, Israel’s Ambassador to the Holy See, speaking ahead of the Pope’s trip to the Holy Land.
"We are confident that the Church around the world will pray for Iraq, but the West and its governments seem to have forgotten the tragedy of its people.”
Chaldean Archbishop Shimoun Emil Nona of Mosul, Iraq, speaking of the mood within the country where violence remains an everyday reality.
“Gosnell’s horrific crimes stand as a stark reminder that there is no such thing as a safe abortion.”
American Congresswoman Diane Black speaks on the first anniversary of the murder conviction of abortionist Dr Kermit Gosnell.
“We tried dialogue and it didn’t work; the government used force and it didn’t work. At this stage, what we need to do is to pray.”
Archbishop Ignatius Kaigama of Jos, Nigeria, sums up his country’s failure to tackle Boko Haram.
“From the events experienced in the past two years, I have drawn benefits that have made me mature spiritually, and which have grown my faith. Yes, I think this now, more than ever before.”
Ettore Gotti Tedeschi, former head of the Vatican Bank makes his first public comments since his March acquittal of all wrongdoing while leading the troubled institution.
"How sad to hear the news of children who are killed. Authors of these crimes are completely overwhelmed by evil. A child inspires tenderness, respect, affection. It is impossible to believe we have reached this point [where] one has closed the door to Christ and opened the door to evil.”
Cardinal Oscar Rodriguez Maradiaga of Honduras reacts to news of the executions of three youngsters who had refused to work for a street gang in the country.